State Affairs Analyst at NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR CARE AT HOME – Alexandria, Virginia

The National Alliance for Care at Home (the Alliance) seeks a State Affairs Analyst to support the organization’s mission by conducting substantive, high-quality qualitative and quantitative research and analysis, tracking regulatory and policy developments, and interpreting complex state and Medicaid information into clear, useful guidance that informs organizational strategy and decision-making. Reporting to the Vice President of Medicaid Advocacy & Programs, the Analyst serves as an important member of the Policy, Regulatory, and Compliance team and contributes directly to shaping the Alliance’s advocacy positions and ensuring the Alliance’s remains a trusted resource for Medicaid and state policy expertise. The Analyst will directly impact policy decisions, member education, and advocacy outcomes.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain subject-matter expertise in state-level Medicaid programs, labor, and regulatory policy.
• Conduct in-depth, advanced qualitative and quantitative research to support advocacy and member guidance.
• Develop clear summaries and written analyses that inform strategic and operational decision-making by leadership.
• Draft and refine comment letters, toolkits, presentations, and educational materials.
• Analyze data, trends, and qualitative inputs to identify risks, opportunities, and emerging issues; surface insights proactively to keep work moving forward.
• Plan and manage projects, ensuring deliverables and deadlines are accurate and timely.
• Support cross-functional meetings by preparing materials, capturing key insights and decisions, and tracking action items to ensure timely follow-through.
• Present research findings and regulatory insights in a clear, professional manner.
• Independently manage analytical tasks and projects within established guidelines, demonstrating strong ownership, accuracy, and accountability.
• Maintain exacting standards for data integrity, documentation, and execution across all deliverables.
• Other responsibilities as needed. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree OR relevant work experience + High School diploma.
• 3+ years of experience in regulatory analysis, healthcare advocacy, or related field.
• Strong understanding of regulatory processes (Medicaid experience strongly preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex information and synthesize it into clear materials.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Strong written and verbal professional communication skills.
• Must have integrity and discretion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and collaboration tools (SharePoint, Teams, Zoom, Adobe).

Occasional extended working hours may be required during peak periods. Periodic travel may be required.

Preferred Skills and Personal Characteristics 

• Demonstrated ability to succeed in a fast-paced, evolving work environment while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, actionable insights.
• Experience working in a mission-driven nonprofit or association environment is preferred.
• Genuine passion for improving the lives of older adults and expanding access to high-quality care.

About Us:

The National Alliance for Care at Home (the Alliance) is the leading authority in transforming care in the home.  We represent providers of home care, home health, hospice, palliative care, and other health care services delivered in the home. The Alliance is an inclusive thought leader, advocate, educator, and convener and a unifying voice for those providing and receiving healthcare through all stages of life. 

Compensation & Benefits 

This position is classified as a full-time, exempt position with a base salary range of $75,000 and $85,000. The Alliance offers an excellent benefits package, which includes medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, short-and long-term disability plans, retirement, tuition reimbursement, EAP, generous leave and more! 

To Apply: 

As part of the application process, the Alliance will ask candidates to complete a personality survey. Candidates will not move forward in the screening process without a completed and submitted survey. Please complete the survey here: https://go.cultureindex.com/p/ecNRKUkW4wD

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled; however, preference will be given to applications received by the close of business on February 27, 2026. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquiries, please. 

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.  

The National Alliance for Care at Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The organization provides equal employment opportunities to qualified persons without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact HR.