• Drive and manage the development and ongoing strategy of impactful state level advocacy outreach and communications to and on behalf of members of the AAAAI and regional, state and local member societies, particularly by encouraging and facilitating member engagement in issues impacting the practice of Allergy/Immunology and patient access to specialty care.
• Foster new and existing relationships with state-level related organizations, government agencies, relevant policy and advocacy groups, etc. Includes organization and preparation for all such meetings, teleconferences and webinars as well as capturing meeting notes, monitoring action items and facilitating other needed follow-through. This specifically includes but is not limited to engagement with the American Medical Association Scope of Practice Partnership activities. 
• Serve as liaison to various assigned committees and constituencies within the AAAAI, including the Regional, State and Local Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Assembly Board of Governors. Coordinate and facilitate meetings, Zoom and conference calls, and other activities; provide support as needed to achieve objectives.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment to advance ideas and priorities, and execute related tasks and activities to ensure alignment and coordination with our federal relations strategy.
• Produce and support colleagues in the production of high-quality materials, including legislative testimony, letters to key officials, issue briefs, language for infographics, etc. to state policymakers to support the organization’s policy positions and advocacy goals.
• Provide administrative support to team and other staff as needed. For example, preparation of annual meeting materials for the Practice & Policy Division is done by the full team working together, and this position will be responsible for some documents in that process.
• When appropriate and as assigned, represent the AAAAI and its interests as needed in various public policy and advocacy capacities.
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Outstanding interpersonal, organizational and communication skills are required. Ability to be flexible, multi-task and prioritize work with a strong attention to detail and accuracy is a must. Able to work successfully individually and in a team environment. 
• Three to five years of association management and/or advocacy and policy work is strongly preferred. Experience in a healthcare environment is a plus.

• Occasional weekend and evening work will be required.
• Travel required of up to 2-3 weeks per year.
• Attendance at the AAAAI Annual Meeting is required for this position. Exceptions may be made due to physician-approved circumstances, based on AAAAI/EDI policy or supervisor discretion.
• Other duties as assigned.

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EDI is one of the top five association management firms in the U.S., providing professional services for national and international medical, trade and scientific associations. Our 50 years of experience are a key asset to the associations we serve, with client relationships exceeding 30 years. SUMMARY OF EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS- One of the top 5 largest association management companies worldwide employing 150 professionals. EDI manages 30 clients with national and international membership bases with events held globally.- Competitive salaries in the association management industry.- Flexible, fun, challenging work environment with advanced computer and support systems.- Team work environment.- Opportunities for skill development and career advancement.- Commitment to professional development.- Updated, contemporary office space.

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