Employment Opportunities

• Senior Analyst, Global Health Benefits Institute
  
• Executive Assistant, Center for Prevention and Health Services
  
• Vice President, Center for Prevention and Health Services
  
  

Senior Analyst
Global Health Benefits Institute

• Write issue briefs, prepare toolkits, and produce other resources/publications (including web-based) for member companies that address employers' global health and health benefits needs. Responsibilities include researching, summarizing and/or translating global health information for multi-national employers and non-US employee audiences.
• Manage a wide range of assigned projects from concept to completion with minimal -moderate supervision and disseminate the most promising culturally competent solutions to members.
• Assist in planning quarterly Board meetings and project conference calls that involve collaborators from outside the US. Work with GHBI staff and the Business Group Senior Meeting Planner on meeting arrangements, materials and logistics.
• Identify potential new GHBI deliverables.
• Develop familiarity with the Pandemic Planning initiative of the Business Group, which is overseen by the GHBI Director, and provide support as needed.
• Contribute high quality deliverables through effective collaboration with other staff in the Institute and across the organization as necessary.
• Display high professional standards in all aspects of work and handle sensitive information confidentially.
• Assist with the day-to-day activities of the Institute.
• Research and formulate answers to member questions/needs, working with functions across the organization as needed.
• Represent the Institute and the National Business Group on Health at meetings and ensure appropriate follow up.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the Director of the Institute.
• Provide member support as requested by the President and Vice President of Member Services

• Masters Degree in public health or related field, required (concentration in global health preferred).
• 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience in global health. Experience working in a corporate global benefits department a plus.
• Superb writing and editing skills with extensive writing experience.
• Skilled in issues of diversity and cultural competency particularly in the ability to adapt to the health related needs of a global workforce.
• Knowledge of employer-based health benefits and employer-sponsored health plans.
• Knowledge of employer-based wellness and health promotion programs.

• Experience with projects that implement solutions is preferred over experience in research.
• Exceptional ability to set goals, measure progress, and meet deadlines, while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• High degree of self-motivation, organization, attention to detail, judgment, and problem solving ability.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new subject matter quickly and become conversant in it.
• Excellent internal & external customer service skills and able to work collegially across the organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. A writing sample will be required from top candidates.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively not only independently but also with a multi-faceted internal team and a diverse external community.
• Highly computer literate, with a strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite software.
• Strong work ethic.
• International travel is not required; domestic travel is minimal.

• Knowledge of programs, strategies and organizations in global health and/or global benefits.
• Fluency in a second language, preferably Spanish.

Executive Assistant
Center for Prevention and Health Services

The Executive Assistant (EA) supports the Center for Prevention and Health Services (the Center) and a Business Group Vice President. This position serves as an integral part of operations by contributing to programs and providing administrative support for all projects. The EA handles daily logistics and telephone inquiries for two Vice Presidents, and is responsible for contract tracking and monitoring within the Center. The EA has administrative responsibility for the logistics of multiple advisory boards, meetings and committees. The EA reports directly to the Vice President of the Center for Prevention and Health Services with accountability to a second Business Group Vice President. The EA will be evaluated by both.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintains both Vice President's calendars and schedules appointments as needed
• Assists with travel arrangements and logistics of speaking events for both VP's
• Maintains contract calendars for all Center projects and oversees invoicing, reporting deadlines, and contract modifications ensuring timely filings
• Submits travel expenses for invoicing and reimbursement both internally and externally in a timely and consistent manner
• Assists with presentations, especially PowerPoint, and correspondence with members
• Provides support to the various Committees and Advisory Boards of the Center:
  • Provides logistical support for all meetings hosted by the Center including arrangements for travel, meeting space and food ordering in coordination with the Business Group's Meeting Planner
  • Compiles meeting materials and prepares and sends out Board and Committee books and other various documents as needed
  • Maintains updated contact information and lists for all Board and Committee members
  • Schedules and maintains Board committee meetings
• Assists members as needed by both Vice Presidents
• Assists in the coordination, production and distribution of the Center's publications
• Assists with administrative duties as needed, including processing both of the Vice Presidents credit card receipts and expense reimbursements
• Coordinates with the public relations consultant to schedule media inquiries and obligations for both Vice Presidents and Center projects in a timely manner
• Organizes and maintains files (electronic & hardcopy) for the Center and Vice Presidents
• Other projects and duties as assigned by the Vice Presidents

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent related experience
• Experience as an Executive Assistant
• Experience working in a corporate environment

Desired Skills:

Individual should:

• Be extremely well organized, detail oriented and thorough
• Have excellent internal & external customer service skills and needs to be able to work across the organization with all levels of personnel as well as with member and potential member companies
• Be proficient in MS Office Suite software and an expert in Outlook and the corresponding calendar functions
• Have the ability to work effectively on team projects and be self-motivated and experienced in making independent judgments within the context of established policies and procedures
• Have a demonstrated ability to handle multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment
• Possess excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Possess a strong work ethic

Vice President
Center for Prevention and Health Services

The Vice President reports to the President, is a member of the Leadership Team and leads a team of professionals in the Center for Prevention and Health Services (The Center). He or she will provide leadership in identifying, developing and deploying solutions to employer member health and healthcare benefit issues. The Vice President works with government, private foundations and other funders to develop tools and resources that improve the health and productivity of employees, retirees and dependents. The Center focuses on a broad array of issues ranging from maternal and child health, preventive services, women's health, public/private healthcare partnerships, racial and ethnic health disparities, health services research translation, and employer guidelines. The Vice President works with the Vice President of Finance and Administration and the Vice President, Strategy and Development to obtain funding and develop and deliver programs to the Business Group membership.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide vision and leadership for the Center's programs
• Provide day-to-day supervision and oversight of Center staff
• Work with federal agencies, other partners and Center staff to develop toolkits, programs and approaches to solving employers' critical healthcare issues
• Manage translation projects of research-to-practice and evidence based medical guidelines to be used by employer members
• Work with staff to develop healthcare programs that serve as models for employer members including wellness, employee assistance, disease management, and medication management
• Serve as a consultant to employer members concerning disease prevention and health services
• In coordination with the Vice President of Finance and Administration, is responsible for managing contracts, budgets, internal staff and external consultants in developing and producing associated deliverables
• Work with the Leadership Team to identify both private and public funding opportunities
• Represent The Business Group at relevant conferences, meetings, and professional associations
• Understand and develop health care services associated with employer healthcare benefit models. These services include: medical/surgical care, mental health care, dental, vision and pharmacy care. They also include wellness, employee assistance and health promotion.
• Maintain communications with current member companies and provide member services as needed
• Other duties as assigned by the President

Qualifications

• Masters Degree (Doctorate preferred) in public health or related health services field
• Fifteen (15) years experience in a health related field, including a minimum of five years experience in a leadership position. In addition, five (5) years experience working in a corporate benefits department or medical department is preferred.
• Contract procurement and management experience with Federal, foundation, and other funding sources. Experience with the Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is preferred.
• Knowledge of employer-based healthcare benefits, healthcare plans, wellness and health promotion programs
• Strong leadership skills and at least seven (7) years supervisory experience
• Position Location: Washington DC

Desired Skills:

Individual should:

• Possess excellent project management skills
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Have the ability to work independently and as a team member
• Have excellent internal & external customer service skills and needs to be able to work across the organization with all levels of personnel as well as with member and potential member companies
• Be proficient in all MS Office Suite software