Corporate Director of External Affairs and Government Relations, Ontario, California

An established healthcare organisation is seeking a Corporate Director of External Affairs and Government Relations in Ontario, California, to lead and manage the company’s governmental policies, public affairs, and community relations. This pivotal role requires a strategic leader to liaise with elected officials, regulatory bodies, and key stakeholders to ensure effective communication of the organisation’s legislative priorities. The successful candidate will provide timely policy updates to the executive team and drive grassroots engagement across multiple sites.

Corporate Director of External Affairs and Government Relations Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary representative of the organisation to elected officials, regulatory agencies, and other external stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain influential relationships with policymakers to support legislative strategies and increase political influence.
• Provide regular legislative summaries and public policy updates to the executive leadership team.
• Manage reputation and communications with key stakeholders, including civic groups, industry bodies, and community leaders.
• Collaborate with hospital CEOs, marketing managers, and communications teams to build and sustain key contact lists at national, state, and local levels.
• Coordinate and disseminate regular informational communications highlighting organisational achievements and policy positions.
• Develop and implement grassroots advocacy activities across hospital sites.
• Support community presence initiatives by establishing and maintaining connections with civic leaders and community organisations.
• Assist in the development and execution of political contribution strategies and candidate research.
• Represent the organisation in state and national industry associations to coordinate policy positions.
• Collaborate closely with industry partners and government affairs managers to align efforts on key issues.
• Undertake other duties as required to support the organisation’s external affairs goals.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Extensive experience and knowledge of marketing and government affairs, particularly as they relate to healthcare regulations and practices.
• Strong proficiency with computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain influential relationships with policymakers and community leaders.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proven track record in managing public policy or government relations initiatives.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders to achieve organisational objectives.
• Experience in grassroots advocacy and community engagement is highly desirable.

If you are a strategic, proactive leader with a passion for healthcare public affairs and government relations, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please get in touch with our team including a copy of your CV as soon as possible via the form below.

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