The National PACE Association (NPA) provides leadership and support for the growth, innovation, quality and success of the PACE model of care. PACE is a program that allows older adults who need nursing home care to continue living in their homes as long as possible. 

Our vision is for the PACE model of care to be recognized among consumers, health care providers and government leaders as the most innovative, accessible, valuable and effective model of care promoting the highest level of independence for individuals with significant health care needs.

NPA is currently seeking a Chief Policy and Advocacy Officer (CPAO). Consistent with NPA’s strategic plan, the CPAO leads the association’s policy and advocacy priorities and strategies; oversees the association’s policy and advocacy activities, inclusive of federal legislation, regulation and payment as well as support of NPA members and state PACE associations related to state issues; develops and sustains successful grassroots programs to support NPA’s direct (staff) led advocacy with Members of Congress and the Administration; manages a staff of policy and advocacy professionals with responsibility for setting and achieving the association’s policy objectives. 

Responsibilities

  • Assesses and analyzes federal and state policy issues to develop NPA’s policy and advocacy strategy 

  • Establishes strong relationships with Congressional and Administrative offices to advance understanding of PACE and promote PACE policy objectives 

  • Develops, tracks and adapts NPA’s federal policy agenda and advocacy plan to achieve NPA’s legislative, regulatory and payment objectives 

  • Works closely with State PACE Associations to coordinate federal and state policy-related advocacy 

  • Manages team of subject matter experts in Congress, federal administration, state policy and payment 

  • Leads NPA’s Public Policy Committee to obtain member guidance and communicate NPA’s policy objectives and strategies 

  • Establishes and develops strategic federal policy partnerships and coalitions 

Education 

  • Bachelor’s degree in political science, public administration, health policy or related field (Master’s degree preferred); or equivalent experience 

Experience  

  • A minimum of 12 years of experience in a similar role, including 5 years of leadership experience, an extensive level of subject matter expertise and non-profit experience.5+ years’ experience working with health care legislators, regulators, and providers (12+ years preferred) 

  • 5+ years’ experience in health care policy issue analysis and development (12+ years preferred) 

  • 5+ years’ experience establishing internal and external partnerships and teams  

  • 5+ years’ experience in customer or membership services, preferably in an association setting 

  • 5+ years’ experience managing a team of senior professionals 

Working Conditions

Flexible, fully remote work arrangement, including telework, offered; Small, fast paced team environment with moderate noise levels. Normal sitting and standing activities for an office environment. Use of phones and computers for extended periods of time. Utilize office equipment and communication technologies for conference calls and teleconference meetings/webinars.

 

Applications should be submitted by Friday, May 30, 2025. Due to the large volume of resumes expected to be received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If you need assistance or accommodations submitting your application materials, please contact us at hiring@npaonline.org.

 

NPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

NPA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We strongly encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply.

This position has been filled.