Health Policy Analyst

The Health Policy Analyst provides ongoing documentation, communications services, and policy expertise to support various initiatives of the Office of the Health Insurance Commissioner (OHIC).

What You Will Do

The Health Policy Analyst will meet with OHIC staff and other stakeholders, coordinate, schedule, and provide staff support for various OHIC public meetings, conduct policy and regulatory research and analysis, educate and engage various OHIC stakeholders, and support OHIC's internal and external communication.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a combination of education and skills to effectively carry out responsibilities and assignments, including a Bachelor's degree and at least three years' experience with healthcare and/or health insurance policy in Rhode Island, or similar/related fields.

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of RI's healthcare system
• High level of interpersonal skills and excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to convey complex information in a clear and understandable manner
• Organizational skills to include managing multiple activities; ability to prioritize projects of varying complexities; ability to meet required timelines
• Ability to effectively work independently and in collaboration with multiple staff and programs
• Proficiency in computer and internet navigation (online documents, search engine, government websites), proficient in Microsoft products and graphic design software, as well as computer skills to maintain and update program-related materials, reports and database
• Ability to effectively carry-out the mission and philosophy of RIPIN and a willingness to work cooperatively and collaboratively with multiple constituents
• Ability to present to small and large audiences that include consumers, stakeholders, and professionals
• A combination of education and skills to effectively carry out responsibilities and assignments; Bachelor's degree preferred
• At least three years' experience with healthcare and/or health insurance policy in Rhode Island, or similar/related fields
• Personal experience navigating social, healthcare, and/or education systems and services for self or family member highly desired
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to RIPIN's programs, mission and vision
• Experience working with funders and/or with government agencies