Policy Fellow

Position Summary:
Methodist Healthcare Ministries is excited to announce the opportunity for a Policy Fellowship, a 12-month program based in San Antonio, designed to cultivate the next generation of public policy and health care advocates.

This fellowship aims to enhance advocacy and research skills among individuals who are either currently enrolled in or have completed a graduate or doctoral program within the last two years.

The Policy Fellow will contribute to all stages of the legislative and regulatory processes, from research and policy development to lobbying and implementation.

This role is perfect for driven individuals eager to apply academic insights to real-world policy challenges in public health, affordable housing, or public infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will have strong research, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights and have demonstrated interest in public policy, healthcare advocacy, and legislative processes.

Salary:
$58,656 (plus benefits)

Essential Duties:

Public Policy & Advocacy:


* Engage in the drafting of advocacy documents used with organizations and legislative offices, including fact sheets, advocacy alerts, reports, position papers, presentations, newsletters, and coalition letters.


* Monitor and track legislative hearings, regulatory agencies, and coalition meetings, developing timely notes, summaries, reports, and briefs.


* Conduct outreach to community partners, healthcare stakeholders, and elected officials on healthcare issues, meetings, and events.


* Perform comprehensive, detailed research and statistical analysis focused on specific policy area(s) to inform public policy recommendations, priorities, best practices, and current and future programs.


* Assist with the organizing of the Bexar Health Coalition, including the development of coalition charter, drafting operating principles, and develop a policy coordination framework.

Fellowship Capstone:


* Design and conduct a research project focused on creating a legislative or regulatory solution to an issue within the chosen public policy priority.


* Analyze and review existing and new research, applying quantitative and/or qualitative methods to develop final recommendations.


* Present research findings and final recommendations to the senior leadership team.

Administrative:


* Adhere to document storage protocols for all research and education materials.


* Develop content for multiple channels and follow brand / communication standards in all publications.


* Assist with the scheduling and planning of legislative and advocacy meetings and events.


* Assist the team with day-to-day logistics, including administrative responsibilities related to policy and advocacy work.


* Attend MHM mandated events and Policy & Advocacy Department sponsored events.

Operational Excellence:


* Travel to Washington, DC for...