Director – Policy and Advocacy

Cancer Support Community

Director of Policy and Advocacy leading CSC’s strategy on regulatory and legislative priorities. Collaborating with stakeholders and managing state-based strategies to improve policies affecting cancer patients.

Posted 7/19/2026full-timeWashington • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $120,000 - $132,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in public policy development and strategic analysis, with a strong focus on oncology and healthcare consumer advocacy. Proven ability to lead teams, manage state-based strategies, and effectively communicate with stakeholders.

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Public Policy ExperienceLeadership SkillsOncology KnowledgeAdvanced Degree (MPH, MHA, MPP, JD)Stakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Strategic Policy AnalysisResearch SkillsReport WritingMethodology DisseminationProject Management

Soft Skills

CoachingMentoringCommunication

Industry Keywords

Public Interest LawHealthcare AdvocacyLegislative PrioritiesCoalition MeetingsPatient Representation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement CSC’s overall strategy related to regulatory and legislative priorities
Serve as a public face of CSC and Cancer Policy Institute at coalition meetings, with policymakers and funders
Lead coordination and development of activities around CPI meetings and convenings
Manage and oversee specific state-based strategies
Effectively disseminate methodology and results of CSC projects and services
Identify, track, and monitor emerging public policy issues
Conduct strategic policy analysis, research issues and draft reports
Coach and mentor staff in the development of capabilities within the department

Requirements

What you’ll need

A minimum of 5 years of experience in public policy, public interest law or related field
3-5 years of experience leading people
Advanced degree preferred (MPH, MHA, MPP, JD)
Oncology experience preferred
Experience representing patients, caregivers, and/or healthcare consumers preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salary
Statutory benefits required by law