Vice President

Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) is a place of distinction, serving as the nation's leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. It's also a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community working today to help prepare tomorrow's leaders.

We exist to:

1. Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;
2. Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;
3. Address primary health care through programs in education, research, and service;

With emphasis on people of color and the underserved urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation, and the world.

At Morehouse School of Medicine, we're leading the creation and advancement of health equity. You will find a fulfilling career at MSM.

Posting Number: NONAC3308

Job Title: Vice President, Government Relations

Position Type: Non-Faculty

Number of Vacancies: 1

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Department: Office of Government Relations

Position Summary:

Health Equity is MSM's North Star. Our vision statement is "Leading the creation and advancement of health equity." The Commonwealth Fund reports more than half of BIPOC, particularly Latinx/o/a and Black Americans, experience poor economic challenges including mental health risks, compared to 21% of white respondents. Consequently, these same populations continue to be unduly burdened by poor health outcomes and experience greater inequities in access to quality care. To that end, MSM's bold mission is relevant and it is uniquely poised to address the health and wealth gap in the US and the world.

Under the leadership of President and CEO Valerie Montgomery Rice, MSM has established a well-functioning Office of Institutional Advancement to build partnerships and financial support to carry the institution's bold vision forward. Dr. Montgomery Rice has also launched MSM's first-ever comprehensive campaign, called IMPACT: The World Needs What We Do Best, which has secured more than $250 million to date toward its $500 million goal.

Position Accountabilities and Role Summary:

1. Researches, monitors, analyzes, and evaluates legislation and regulatory issues that may have an impact on MSM and advises the President and other senior leadership about such matters on a regular basis.
2. In coordination with the Dean/Executive Vice President of Health Affairs and the Chief Financial Officer, formulates MSM's annual legislative agenda to enhance the school's standing and funding.
3. Maintains a formal, collaborative relationship with the Office of the Dean/Executive Vice President of Health Affairs and develops and implements a communication program to keep all internal stakeholders informed about governmental issues of direct importance.
4. Drafts position papers and legislation that accurately reflect the interest of the school and assists in identifying potential state and federal level funding sources.
5. Represents the institution on public policy and legislative issues as well as monitoring legislative hearings.
6. Engages and provides oversight of consultants hired to represent various aspects of MSM's government relations functions.
7. Advocates with members of the Georgia Assembly and US Congress on issues of importance to MSM.
8. Coordinates tours and visits of the MSM campus for elected officials.
9. Works collaboratively with the President's Chief of Staff to manage and coordinate communications between the President and various stakeholders.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Significant experience in governmental and legislative affairs with comprehensive knowledge of state and federal legislative processes.
• Demonstrated success with advocacy and an ability to work collaboratively with diverse constituencies.
• A connection to the state and federal network is needed to achieve goals.
• Affinity with the overall mission of MSM.
• Eligible to register as a lobbyist per Georgia and Federal law.
• Healthcare experience is required.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to deal effectively with faculty, staff, students, and the general public.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently throughout the state, to Washington DC, and to other locations as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Work requires organizational, analytical, and communication skills normally acquired through the completion of a master's degree in healthcare administration, Public Health, Business Administration or Doctor of Law degree from a regionally accredited college or university. Minimum of seven years of experience in a senior legislative, public policy, or government relations position in the health care field.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a medical school, academic medical center or teaching hospital preferred.

Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action.

Job Duties:

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements: It is MSM's Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are required to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment.