Policy Analyst

Planned Parenthood of South, East and North Florida (PPSENFL) believes that reproductive self-determination and the right to privacy are core human freedoms. Our mission is to provide comprehensive sexual health care through the provision of education, advocacy and clinical services that are affordable, accessible and available to all people in the community, regardless of the individual's income, race, marital status, religion, sexual orientation or residence. 

If you love the idea of making an impact on the community with a strong mission oriented organization, we want to hear from you!  You will be an integral part of our culture which fosters a commitment to our workplace values:  respect, caring, support, teamwork, collaboration, accountability and responsibility.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Policy Analyst is responsible for researching strategies to advance the policy interests of Planned Parenthood in Florida. This includes policy monitoring and analysis. They monitor legislation, regulations and policy initiatives to protect and promote access to reproductive health care and sexual health education. The position is remote and does not require travel.

• Conducts primary research of legislative, regulatory, and other policy information.
• Conducts basic assessments of applicability and reliability of collected information and obtains relevant information as needed.
• May communicate and/or conduct follow-ups with policy makers to collect project-related information as needed.
• Conducts background research and literature reviews to support project development and analytic activities.
• Drafts analysis, presentations and reports.
• Supports the qualitative and quantitative analysis of policy information and other research activities.
• Represents Planned Parenthood’s mission and policy positions when speaking to external audiences.
• Monitors legislative development and activities and provides Planned Parenthood affiliates with the latest information regarding legislative activity.
• Assists the Director in monitoring state health policies, rules and regulations and working collaboratively with operations teams to identify impacts to Planned Parenthood business in Florida.
• Drafts initial policy analyses, summaries and talking points on Planned Parenthood issues for members of the legislature, their staff, affiliates and coalition partners.
• Ensure compliance with the conditions of 501(c) (3) guidelines for approved activities and all other legal compliance and reporting requirements.
• Protects the confidentiality of Planned Parenthood clients, donors, board, and all areas of operation.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred from an accredited college or university in Women’s Studies, Political Science, Public Policy or another closely related field.
• A minimum of 1-year relevant work experience.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience creating and executing detailed work plans and coordinating multiple stakeholders.

• Eligible for all applicable benefits effective the first of the month following 60 days from your hire date.
• Paid Time Off, accrues immediately but can't be taken until after 90 full days of employment : 3 weeks of paid time off, 10 recognized Holidays in addition to PTO, 1 personal day, and birthday.

DIVERSE CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Planned Parenthood of South, East, and North Florida is a Drug Free workplace and an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment, and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.  Planned Parenthood is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.