Requisition ID 43614BR
Title Public Affairs Strategy & Public Policy Fellows (contingent)
Job Category Student & Internship
Job Description Public Affairs Strategy & Public Policy FellowsOver the course of the fellowship, participants will have an opportunity to obtain hands-on experience within the Novo Nordisk Public Affairs Strategy & Public Policy Department, meet key stakeholders in the organization, and gain a broad exposure to the overall business operations. At the end of the program, participants will have an understanding of the importance of public-private partnerships, the role corporations play in the public policy debate and the evolution of health policy from theoretical to practical application. Participants will also take key diabetes policy and bio-industry learnings with them when they return to their respective universities and/or move on to full-time employment in their respective fields.

Because we believe that earlier detection and better treatment extend and improve the lives of people living with diabetes, the main goal of the Public Affairs Strategy & Public Policy team is to monitor, inform and influence health policy and implementation and reform of the Affordable Care Act. This is done through collaborations with federal agencies, policymakers, and advocacy organizations, and through active engagement with both internal and external stakeholders. We believe that when prevention and treatment efforts are translated into better public policy, we can save and improve lives.

Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to Amy Wotring at awot@novonordisk.com.

Job responsibilities may include:

* Coordinating official Novo Nordisk Public Policy internal communications and draft materials for use in lobbying activities and outreach
* Analyzing the impact of specific public policies on Novo Nordisk and our key stakeholders
* Developing advocacy briefs for the Government Affairs, Public Policy Department and the Diabetes Advocacy Alliance
* Drafting regulatory comment letters for states to consider appropriate diabetes care as they implement and consider reforms to ACA; drafting comment letters to federal agencies on behalf of the Diabetes Advocacy Alliance
* Creating various materials to be used to educate internal audiences on proposed reforms to the ACA
* Drafting thank you letters for Members of Congress who support legislation pertaining to diabetes advocacy.
* Attending conferences, meeting, and webinars pertaining to implementation of and reform to the ACA, and healthcare policy.

Requirements:

* Currently enrolled in a masters or other graduate school program, pursuing an advanced degree in a government-related and/or health policy field
* Be available to work a 15-week term; 20 – 40 hours per week on-site at the Novo Nordisk Government Affairs office in Washington, D.C. or Novo Nordisk Headquarters in Plainsboro, NJ;
* Interest in a career in government affairs, health policy, politics or government service;
* Mastery of the Microsoft Suite (ie. Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
* Good knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator – able to complete basic photo editing and manipulation and create graphics (or willingness and aptitude to quickly learn);
* Superior communication skills (ie. oral, interpersonal, presentation, etc.);
* Strong analytical reading, writing, and research skills and the ability to gather, evaluate, and interpret data to identify issues and opportunities;
* Organized, self-starter with a willingness to handle team-support requests;
* Ability to work both independently and as a key team member;
* Ability to prioritize and work effectively to meet deadlines;
* Personable and eager to learn.

Department Government Affairs
Position Location US – Washington, DC
City Washington, DC
State/Provinces US – DC

At Novo Nordisk, we know that driving change on a global level and improving treatment outcomes for people with diabetes and other chronic diseases begins here at home. That’s why we make an unmatched commitment to our employees, our families and our communities. That means outstanding rewards, industry-leading training programs, and an environment that supports you to achieve your goals at every level. It’s all part of the Novo Nordisk Way. It includes our Vision and our commitment to the Triple Bottom Line principle – helping us find the right balance between compassion and competitiveness

With a career at Novo Nordisk, you’ll feel a difference right from the start. It’s a sense of inspiration and mobility that comes from a shared belief in driving positive change for people, families, and communities everywhere. Congratulations on taking your first step!

Novo Nordisk is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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