Legislative Affairs Analyst Supporting ARPA-H

The position is hybrid, with occasional onsite work at the client site in Washington, DC. All applicants must be U.S. citizens and live in the Washington, DC area.

Spire is a full-service communications firm supporting innovative programs in government, technology, healthcare, and science. We seek a full-time, highly skilled professional to provide support for the ARPA‑H’s (Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health) legislative affairs department. Candidate will exhibit familiarity with and knowledge of the legislative and regulatory process.

In this position, you would be responsible for monitoring and reacting to the status of health research‑related legislation, hearings, and floor actions. You will also prepare agency staff for congressional hearings and respond to congressional inquiries. You will provide summaries of ARPA‑H engagements with Congress, upcoming hearings, and active legislation for agency leadership. You will write background papers, talking points, and written and oral statements for leadership and agency employees when preparing for Congressional briefings.

What You’ll Do

• Support the day‑to‑day activities of the ARPA‑H legislative affairs office
• Manage visits from Congressional staffers
• Manage processes for creating legislative briefings and responses
• Coordinate visits with members on the Hill
• Track regulatory documents relevant to ARPA‑H and educate agency leadership
• Research and write background papers, talking points, and verbal and written statements / responses
• Synthesize complex information into clear understandable written formats

What You’ll Bring to Spire

What We Offer

If you meet the qualifications above, please submit your resume for consideration.

About ARPA‑H

The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA‑H) is a research funding agency that supports transformative biomedical and health breakthroughs – ranging from the molecular to the societal – to provide health solutions for all.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other

Industry

Public Relations and Communications Services

Spire Communications is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veterans’ status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.

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