National Health Law Program

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Position: Reproductive Health Project Manager Reports to: Senior Director of Sexual and Reproductive Health Status: Full-time Exempt (term-limited to 36 months) Start Date: March 2026 Location: Primarily remote with the ability to travel to occasional in-person meetings and attend in-person NHeLP and external meetings and conferences. THE ORGANIZATION The National Health Law Program (NHeLP) protects and advances the health rights of low-income and underserved individuals. NHeLP engages in national, state, and local advocacy efforts, including analyses of federal and state laws, policy advocacy, litigation, continuing legal education, and individual technical support. We work with lawyers and advocates, community-based entities, federal and state policymakers, researchers, health care providers, and clients. NHeLP is committed to health equity—ensuring that everyone has access to the resources they need to be healthy—and to cultivating an internal environment that empowers an exceptional and diverse staff. For more information, see our Equity Stance. THE TEAM NHeLP’s Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) Team works to build a future in which all people in the United States have equitable access to the full range of reproductive and sexual health services, free from discrimination. While not a reproductive justice organization, NHeLP approaches SRH work through that lens. The Project Manager facilitates collaboration across NHeLP staff, external partners, and other community stakeholders. This role will involve skilled project management that requires coordinating teams and meetings, the administration of logistical and financial processes, and ensuring the completion of the Project within budget and scope. Success will mean well-coordinated external and internal engagement, timely and accurate stipend administration, and steady progress toward project milestones. THE POSITION This is a project-based, 36-month position. The Project Manager will oversee day-to-day operations of the Medicaid and Reproductive Health Policy Agenda, a complex, multi-stakeholder initiative. This role will be responsible for coordinating meetings, managing financial and administrative processes, ensuring deadlines are met, and supporting external and internal collaboration. The Project Manager will work closely with NHeLP’s finance, development, and program teams, as well as with external partners and consultants. Success in this role will mean that project activities are efficiently managed, stakeholders are engaged and informed, and the project achieves its grant-supported objectives. RESPONSIBILITIES Project Coordination & Oversight (40%) Lead the development and management of project plans, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and milestones are met. Track progress and provide updates to project leadership and funders. Stakeholder Engagement & Meeting Support (30%) Plan, coordinate, and facilitate multiple external stakeholder meetings. Develop and circulate agendas, meeting materials, and follow-up action items. Support effective communication and collaboration across partners. Financial & Administrative Management (20%) Work with finance and development teams to process stipends and project-related payments. Monitor budgets, expenditures, and compliance with grant requirements. Documentation & Reporting (10%) Prepare summaries, progress reports, and other documentation for internal and external audiences. Ensure consistent recordkeeping of project activities and deliverables. QUALIFICATIONS B.A. from an accredited college or university. At least 5 years of experience in project management or related roles. Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Experience coordinating financial processes (stipends, contracts, or budgets). MUST-HAVE SKILLS & EXPERIENCES Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Prior experience with grant-funded project management. Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines. Experience working with finance teams on payments and budgets. Attention to detail. Advanced proficiency in project management platforms (e.g., Asana, Salesforce, MS Project). NICE TO HAVE SKILLS & EXPERIENCES Familiarity with nonprofit or advocacy organizations. Experience preparing grant-related reports and documentation. Demonstrated support for health care and reproductive rights. COMPENSATION The compensation range for this position is between $75,523 and $81,187 annually. Compensation is competitive, commensurate with experience, and aligned with internal equity. Generous benefits are available, including employer-paid medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, pre-tax savings plans, and a retirement savings opportunity. NHeLP also offers generous paid time off, including holidays, sick time, paid family and medical leave for eligible employees, 150 hours (20 days) of vacation per year, and more. LOCATION This position is primarily remote, with some need to travel for in-person team retreats, convenings, and other events. HOW TO APPLY: Qualified applicants should submit an application with a cover letter and resume on our careers page. No phone calls, direct emails to staff, or LinkedIn requests please, except for reasonable accommodation requests. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us at: jobs@healthlaw.org or at 202-289-7661. DEADLINE: January 31, 2026 (Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis). NHeLP advocates to advance the health rights of many populations that have traditionally lacked legal protection, such as women, people of color, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disabilities, and people with limited English proficiency. To promote social justice and best achieve our mission, NHeLP is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace in which differences are acknowledged and valued. We make our employment decisions based on merit. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, and we do not discriminate based on race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For more information, please visit: www.healthlaw.org.