Public Policy/Government Relations

The Hunt Institute’s mission is to provide unbiased research, technical expertise, and learning opportunities that equip and empower educators and policymakers to drive equitable reforms and become audacious champions for education.

Summary

NAMI NC’s Public Policy Specialist is responsible for advocating at (primarily, but not limited to) the state level on public policies necessary to improve the quality of life of adults, children and families affected by mental illness. The Public Policy Specialist’s focus will be on the state budget and legislation, as well as rules and regulations. The position is also responsible for advancing the use of Psychiatric Advance Directives (PADS) throughout the state and for advancing Diversity/Equity/Inclusion (DEI) within NAMI NC and through policy advocacy.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter, detail-oriented, and has strong writing, research, and multitasking skills. The Advocacy Coordinator is a full-time position based in Raleigh, NC, with the possibility of working remotely up to two days per week. This position plays a key role in the success of the Governmental Relations (GR) team.
The NC School Boards Association (NCSBA) represents all 115 local boards of education along with the Cherokee Central School. Please visit www.NCSBA.org for more information about the Association.

Position Overview

Who We Are
United States of Care (USofCare) is a non-partisan non-profit organization on a mission to ensure that everyone has access to quality, affordable health care regardless of health status, social need, or income. We champion fair and commonsense policy changes to meet people’s urgent needs: the certainty that their health care will be affordable, that their coverage will be dependable and there when they need it, that their health care is personalized, and that the system is easy to understand and navigate.