Government Affairs Associate (Health Team)

FGS Global, a leading strategic communications and government relations consulting firm, is seeking an organized and detail-oriented junior professional. This position will be based in our Washington, D.C. office.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Administrative support for Partners in Government Affairs, including:

• Coordinate internal and external meeting scheduling


• Take notes during client and internal meetings


• Coordinate and handle travel

Support general client work and new business efforts, including:

• Prep for regular client and internal meetings and draft agendas to guide those meetings


• Assist in drafting FGS proposals and decks


• Research for documents and meeting preparation


• Draft memos and letters for clients


• Draft weekly or biweekly newsletters for clients


• Cover hearings, note key developments in real time and complete write ups


• Track key issues and developments for clients in real time

Key issue areas include:

• Provider/Payer issues


• Public health


• Medical device issues


• Health care appropriations


• Health care technology


• Women’s health care and related issues

ATTRIBUTES

• Bachelor's degree


• Demonstrated interest in health care policy


• Previous internship experience in government affairs/communications field is desirable


• Excellent writing, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills


• Solid knowledge of MS Office Suite, especially PowerPoint


• Ability to become a strong communicator and analytical thinker


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines


• Genuine interest in policy and politics generally 

FGS is an equal opportunity employer and seeks qualified candidates regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, national origin or age.