Senior Vice President, Government Affairs

Senior Vice President, Government AffairsAbout the CompanyEsteemed organization dedicated to advancing the art & science of medical practice in local communitiesIndustryNon-Profit Organization ManagementTypeNon ProfitFounded1912Employees51-200Specialtiesmedical licensing examination (usmle)credentialing verificationphysician data centeruniform application for physician state licensureand advocacy and policyAbout the RoleThe Company is in search of a Senior Vice President, Government Affairs to lead its federal and state public policy strategy. The successful candidate will be responsible for shaping and advancing advocacy priorities, fostering strategic partnerships, and overseeing regulatory monitoring and reporting. This executive will be a key member of the leadership team, working closely with the Board of Directors, member state medical boards, and various external stakeholders. The role demands a confident, relationship-driven leader with a proven track record in government relations, strategic advocacy, and policy leadership. The SVP will also serve as the organization's primary advocate, representing it on the national stage and driving legislative, regulatory, and advocacy efforts. The ideal candidate for the Senior Vice President, Government Affairs position at the company will be a dynamic and distinguished executive, team-oriented, agile, and aligned with the organization's values-driven culture. They must be a polished, credible spokesperson, and a strategic, disciplined manager capable of building and managing high-performing teams. While candidates from various healthcare-related backgrounds will be considered, strong knowledge of federal and state healthcare policy, legislative processes, and regulatory frameworks is strongly preferred. The role requires a leader who is creative, politically astute, extroverted, and an engaging public speaker, with strong analytical and strategic thinking skills. The SVP will also be responsible for managing the government relations team, overseeing internal and external engagement strategies, and thought-leadership initiatives in line with the company's strategic priorities.Hiring Manager TitleChief Public Affairs OfficerTravel PercentLess than 10%FunctionsOperations