Job Overview
Remote Program Strategist (United States)
Nava is a public benefit corporation dedicated to making government services simple and effective. Since we’re expanding our impact, we’re actively seeking a remote program strategist to join our team in the U.S. You’ll partner with federal, state, and local agencies to build modern, user-friendly digital services that are both compliant and impactful. As a program strategist, your work will directly influence how people interact with critical public services.
In this role, you will be the critical link between government policy and product development. For instance, you will translate complex statutes and regulations into actionable insights for engineers and designers. Conversely, you’ll communicate the possibilities and limitations of technology to policy and operations experts. Ultimately, your work as a government program strategist will transform regulatory challenges into opportunities for improving service delivery.
Advancing Our Mission as a Remote Program Strategist
You’ll also play a key role in our partnerships and evaluation efforts, helping us identify new opportunities for Nava to create a positive impact. To that end, you will perform in-depth analysis of public programs, research trends in technology and public service design, and make concrete recommendations to improve government operations. This is a great opportunity for a skilled policy analyst to make a significant difference.
The ideal candidate is a strategic, outcomes-oriented thinker who can analyze complex information and make thoughtful decisions. Furthermore, you have a deep understanding of government programs and a passion for improving how they serve the public.
Remote Program Strategist
Responsibilities and Qualifications for Our Program Strategist
What you’ll do:
- Analyze federal and state statutes for benefit programs like Medicaid, Paid Family Leave, and WIC.
- Translate policy requirements into technical recommendations for product architecture and delivery teams.
- Create clear, plain-language policy documentation and artifacts to support project decision-making.
- Propose solutions to regulatory constraints that maintain compliance while supporting user-centered design.
- Distinguish between policy mandates and operational decisions to streamline program processes.
- Track legislation and policy reforms to identify risks and new opportunities for Nava.
Required Qualifications:
- At least 5 years of experience in policy analysis, or a combination of relevant graduate-level education and experience.
- Hands-on experience analyzing, interpreting, or implementing Medicaid policies.
- Strong ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external partners.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both technical and policy contexts.
- Self-directed and comfortable working independently.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience implementing government program policy changes in technology contexts.
- Familiarity with agile project management and human-centered design.
- A graduate degree in public policy or a related field.
- Availability to work during Pacific Standard Time (PST) business hours.
This is a full-time, remote position with a salary range of $109,800 – $121,500 per year. As a key member of our team, the Program Strategist will find this role both challenging and rewarding.
Important Details for Applicants
Location:
This is a remote position for residents of the contiguous United States only. You must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship. We are currently hiring in the following states: AL, AZ, CA, CO, DC, FL, GA, IL, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NV, NC, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TX, TN, UT, VA, WA, WI.
Apply here: https://unjobs.org/vacancies/1753233298431
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is this a remote position? A: Yes, this is a fully remote role for candidates who reside in one of the states listed.
Q: What is the salary range for this position? A: The salary range for the Program Strategist role is $109,800 – $121,500 per year.
Q: Do I need a graduate degree to apply? A: A graduate degree is desired, but not required. We will accept a combination of a first-level degree and relevant experience.
Q: Does Nava provide visa sponsorship? A: No, work authorization that doesn’t require current or future visa sponsorship is a requirement for this role.
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