li>Experience crafting policy, rules, or legislation and working directly with lawmakers and government officials; Strong knowledge of legislative and administrative advocacy strategies and processes; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, colleagues, public officials, representatives of other agencies and organizations, community members and clients; Work well under pressure, meet multiple and often competing deadlines; Demonstrate excellent communication and networking skills, including public speaking, writing, group facilitation, and communicating cross-culturally with diverse partners, and interacting with people of all ages and cultural backgrounds; and. - Collaborates with SIHB's Executive Leadership Team and Board of Directors Policy Committee to create, lead and execute policy and advocacy strategies and maximize opportunities that align with SIHB's mission and Theory of Change;
- Develop and cultivate positive working relationships with decisionmakers from tribes, state, local and federal agencies, and community partner organizations;
- Manage SIHB's relationships with Congress, public officials, government agencies, and administrative officials.