Position Summary:
The Senior Associate is a ‘people person,’ creative thinker, relationship builder, manager and problem solver. This position will support our work with multiple clients in health policy, government relations, strategic partnerships, and advocacy efforts. The Senior Associate reports to a Director or higher.
Responsibilities:
*Prepare written materials, including explanations of policy issues, Congressional testimony, blog posts, presentations, comments on proposed legislation or regulations, newsletter articles and other materials.
*Conduct outreach to Capitol Hill and federal agencies on relevant legislation and rulemaking on behalf of clients.
*Build and maintain relationships with key points of contact in the field (e.g., Member of Congress, Congressional staff, federal agencies, thought leaders, third party validators, health policy and advocacy professionals).
Identify, stay abreast and contribute to the knowledge base of current health policy and legislative landscape, best practices, and trends.
*Serve as a relationship manager to maintain existing and build new relationships to facilitate public-private partnerships at the state and local level on behalf of clients.
*Supporting new business development and firm growth by assisting the team as needed on writing and research for proposals.
*Promoting Pyxis through professional network in pursuit of new opportunities and leads.
*Develop and maintain project plans and manage specific workstreams for multiple clients.
*Assist team members in developing client reports about activity and impact by conducting research and developing tools and resources to advance client goals.
*Mentor team members. Promote positive interactions among staff and participates as an active team member.
*Serve in a “leadership by example” role.
*Provide support to the Executive Team as needed, particularly the Principal, overseeing the policy, government relations, and advocacy practice.
*Lead the group’s intern and fellow program.
*Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
*Bachelor’s degree (Master’s a plus) and a minimum of 3 years’ of professional experience in government relations, health policy, and/or patient advocacy roles.
*Capacity to think strategically to solve problems, improve or develop new processes and make decisions and recommendations to managers; learning to develop and display sound judgement and project management skills.
*Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
*Experience working seamlessly and successfully as part of a fast-paced, matrixed team where collaboration, communication and teamwork is essential.
*Ability to deliver high-quality work products with limited oversight.
*Ability to effectively communicate the Pyxis Partners value proposition, services, and processes.
*Bring a flexible and problem-solving mindset to client work that demonstrates thought leadership and improves processes or services.
*Proven track record of meeting measurable goals to develop and sustain high-level stakeholder relationships.
*Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
*Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet tight deadlines and deliverables.
*Thrive in an agile and adaptable culture that is focused on client, organizational and staff growth.
*Strong analytical ability, sound judgment, and capacity to think strategically and multi-dimensionally to solve problems and make decisions and recommendations to Pyxis leadership.
About Pyxis Partners
Pyxis Partners is a public affairs and engagement firm specializing in health, science, and technology to drive meaningful improvements in health outcomes. We help clients engage key communities, navigate complex policy landscapes, and catalyze change in healthcare, research, and innovation. Pyxis Partners is certified by the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce and the Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD) as a District of Columbia Certified Business Enterprise (CBE).
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Pyxis Partners is an equal opportunity employer affording all employees and job applicants’ fair and equal treatment. Pyxis Partners complies with the letter and spirit of all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination, including discrimination based on race, age, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, family responsibilities, sexual orientation, veteran status and disabilities.
Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Schedule: 40 hours per week, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Remote work on Mondays and Fridays, Work from the Office Tuesday-Thursday. Business necessities dictate work schedules and occasional nights, weekends and travel are required.
Location: Washington, DC corporate office, unless otherwise approved by management.
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience, $67,000-$85,000
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