American Public Health Association (APHA) is seeking for a policy associate to work with APHA staff to support state affiliate advocacy activities. Responsibilities will include, monitor Affiliate legislative initiatives and policy efforts and draft a wide range of documents. Interpret and review existing APHA policies; prepare updates related to policy priorities and state affiliate advocacy; conduct research for inquiries, correspondence and interviews. Update web content as needed and assist with administrative duties. Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of professional experience. Grassroots organizing experience desirable. Strong communications skills and working knowledge of health policy and issues impacting the public health community. Excellent research and quantitative skills (i.e., understanding of and experience with research processes and/or statistical analysis) and the ability to work well in a highly collaborative, team-based environment.

Please submit cover letter and resume along with salary requirements to: Director of Human Resources/PAAA, APHA, 800 I Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001-3710. Fax to: 202-777-2418 or e-mail to: resume@apha.org (please send document via Microsoft Word only).

EEO/AA. APHA is strongly and actively committed to diversity in its workplace.

SOURCE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL 8/5/09