Director, State Affairs & Policy
National Conference of State Legislatures, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Hybrid/Northeast/Mid Atlantic (Massachusetts to Virginia)
The Director of State Government Affairs will provide direction, coordination and execution of State Policy and Government Affairs initiatives, and advocacy efforts, related to Organon’s U.S. objectives. Direct responsibility for policy and advocacy in states in the Northeast and other key areas. Providing analysis and engagement with the U.S. commercial organization, the Global Government Affairs and Policy team, the broader Global External Affairs organization.
Responsibilities
The Director of State Government Affairs & Policy will lead and execute Organon’s U.S. state policy and advocacy strategy, with primary responsibility for the Northeast and other key states. This highly visible role partners closely with U.S. Commercial, Federal Policy, Global Government Affairs, Market Access, Communications, and Legal teams to advance Organon’s business and public policy objectives. What You’ll Do Develop and implement state public policy and legislative strategies aligned with Organon’s priorities. Represent Organon before state legislators, executive branch officials, regulators, and key external stakeholders. Manage state-level advocacy across multiple regions, with flexibility based on business needs. Oversee external consultants, policy initiatives, budgets, and political engagement programs. Ensure compliance with all state lobbying, ethics, and campaign finance requirements. Represent Organon in trade associations and external coalitions. Qualifications
Experience & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred. 10+ years of experience in state government affairs or health policy, including 5+ years in biopharma. Proven success developing and executing state legislative and advocacy strategies. Strong understanding of state healthcare policy, coverage, and reimbursement. Excellent communication, relationship‑building, and analytical skills. Why Join Organon This role offers the opportunity to influence healthcare policy in key U.S. markets, collaborate with senior leaders, and make a real impact on patient access—while growing your career within a purpose‑driven, collaborative organization. Preferred Location: Northeast / Mid‑Atlantic (Massachusetts to Virginia) About the Organization
Organon delivers ingenious health solutions that enable people to live their best lives. We are a $6.5 billion global healthcare company focused on making a world of difference for women, their families and the communities they care for. We have an important portfolio and are growing it by investing in the unmet needs of Women’s Health, expanding access to leading biosimilars and touching lives with a diverse and trusted portfolio of health solutions. Our Vision is clear: A better and healthier every day for every woman.
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The Director of State Government Affairs & Policy will lead and execute Organon’s U.S. state policy and advocacy strategy, with primary responsibility for the Northeast and other key states. This highly visible role partners closely with U.S. Commercial, Federal Policy, Global Government Affairs, Market Access, Communications, and Legal teams to advance Organon’s business and public policy objectives. What You’ll Do Develop and implement state public policy and legislative strategies aligned with Organon’s priorities. Represent Organon before state legislators, executive branch officials, regulators, and key external stakeholders. Manage state-level advocacy across multiple regions, with flexibility based on business needs. Oversee external consultants, policy initiatives, budgets, and political engagement programs. Ensure compliance with all state lobbying, ethics, and campaign finance requirements. Represent Organon in trade associations and external coalitions. Qualifications
Experience & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred. 10+ years of experience in state government affairs or health policy, including 5+ years in biopharma. Proven success developing and executing state legislative and advocacy strategies. Strong understanding of state healthcare policy, coverage, and reimbursement. Excellent communication, relationship‑building, and analytical skills. Why Join Organon This role offers the opportunity to influence healthcare policy in key U.S. markets, collaborate with senior leaders, and make a real impact on patient access—while growing your career within a purpose‑driven, collaborative organization. Preferred Location: Northeast / Mid‑Atlantic (Massachusetts to Virginia) About the Organization
Organon delivers ingenious health solutions that enable people to live their best lives. We are a $6.5 billion global healthcare company focused on making a world of difference for women, their families and the communities they care for. We have an important portfolio and are growing it by investing in the unmet needs of Women’s Health, expanding access to leading biosimilars and touching lives with a diverse and trusted portfolio of health solutions. Our Vision is clear: A better and healthier every day for every woman.
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