Overview

The Grassroots and Legislative Affairs Manager (GLAM) is responsible for operations of TMA’s member legislative engagement activities, fundraising to the TMA political action committee (TMAPAC) and management of various coalition group within the legislative relations area of TMA.

The Manager shall perform TMA PAC Committee staff work and prepare fundraising reports. It is critical for the position to get to know and interact with TMA members in order to get them active in legislative affairs and to contribute to TMAPAC. It is also vital that the GLAM have a strong background in written communications and presentation skills. Marketing and fundraising experience required. Knowledge and interaction with the Tennessee General Assembly preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the activities and operations of the TMA Political Action Committee

Create and execute annual fundraising and marketing plan for TMAPAC

• Work directly with Marketing Dept to produce marketing and communications material to promote TMAPAC activities, solicit donations
• Create and implement TMAPAC events to assist in fundraising
• Coordinate fundraising training for PAC board
• Manage corporate donor efforts with assistance from TMAPAC Committee Members
• Organize Corporate Donor Dinner Semi-annually

TMA PAC operations management

• Track donors and donations
• Produce monthly fundraising reports and state filings
• TMAPAC Committee Management - communications, minutes, scheduling

Manage various coalitions to enhance TMA legislative affairs

Continued development and management of projects and programs that require coordination between TMA, TMA PAC and other allied professional organizations

• Coalition for Coordinated Care - CCC
• Healthcare lobbyists’ group

Engage TMA members in legislative action

Coordinate advocacy activities on behalf of the organization

• Coordinate Doctor of the Day program and appointments
• Assist in the planning and facilitation of annual lobby day for physicians
• Event promotions
• Working with Marketing department to provide necessary information to create collateral materials
• Collaborate with lobbyists to communicate key issues with members in electronic and printed communications
• Help identify and assist physicians to give legislative testimony

Advocacy promotions and communication duties

• Attend local medical society meetings and events to promote PAC and present TMA legislative updates
• Help draft and disseminate legislative information and news
• Collaborate with other staff on Social Media opportunities
• Coordinate and attend regional legislative dinners

Maintain our Grassroots network activities

• Recruit statewide volunteer physician and non-physician advocates to serve as local legislative contact physicians for TMA issues
• Maintain a key contact list
• Help train volunteer advocates in effective advocacy skills and political communications
• Coordinate in district visits between key medical practices and key lawmakers.

Details & How to Apply

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Application Question(s):

• Do you have relative experience working with or for the Tennessee General Assembly or comparable entities?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Government affairs: 2 years (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

 

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OVERVIEW

The Tennessee Medical Association seeks an experienced Assistant Director of Programs to manage physician leadership and education initiatives, including the Ingram Institute for Physician Leadership and grant-funded education programs. This management-level position oversees program operations, supervises staff, and collaborates with senior leadership on program development and fundraising. The ideal candidate brings strong project management skills, experience with educational programs, and a passion for physician leadership development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Ingram Institute for Physician Leadership and multi-year grant-funded education programs
• Supervise Program Operations Coordinator and guide program implementation
• Oversee program budgets, logistics, recruitment, evaluation, and compliance reporting
• Lead participant recruitment and develop strategies to strengthen program enrollment
• Coordinate with marketing team on promotional campaigns and program visibility
• Compile program evaluations, analyze data, and prepare reports for boards and grantors
• Support fundraising efforts including donor engagement and alumni relations
• Contribute to program design improvements and pilot initiative development

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 5 years progressive experience in program management, education, or related field
• Experience supervising staff and managing teams
• Proven ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously including budgets and deliverables
• Strong communication skills and experience working with external stakeholders
• Highly organized with excellent project management abilities
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Nonprofit or association experience preferred

BENEFITS

Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits including health and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, generous paid time off, and 401(k) retirement plan. Occasional evening and weekend work required.

TO APPLY

Submit resume and cover letter through our online application. Questions? Send email to tfqph@tnmed.org.

Location: Nashville, Tennessee
Reports to: Senior Director of Leadership Programs and Education
Position Type: Full-time, exempt

 

OVERVIEW

The Tennessee Medical Association seeks a Development Coordinator to provide comprehensive fundraising and administrative support for the Tennessee Foundation for Quality Patient Healthcare (TFQPH) while serving as primary administrative support for the Senior Director of Leadership Programs and Education. This dual-focused position combines foundation development work with administrative coordination. The ideal candidate brings nonprofit fundraising experience, strong organizational skills, and excellent communication abilities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate TFQPH Board meetings including scheduling, materials preparation, minute-taking, and follow-up
• Manage donor relations including gift processing, acknowledgements, database maintenance, and stewardship activities
• Support fundraising campaigns, solicitation mailings, and annual giving initiatives
• Track fundraising metrics and prepare campaign performance reports
• Coordinate grant reporting to funding sources and maintain compliance documentation
• Monitor foundation budget and coordinate financial reporting with accounting department
• Collaborate with marketing staff on fundraising materials and communications collateral
• Provide comprehensive administrative support to Senior Director including calendar management, meeting coordination, and travel arrangements
• Support organizational board and committee meetings with logistics and materials preparation
• Maintain donor database and generate reports on fundraising performance

 

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-3 years work experience, preferably in nonprofit or fundraising environment
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail
• Ability to handle confidential donor information with discretion
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively while meeting deadlines
• Proactive team player with collaborative approach
• Experience with donor databases or CRM systems preferred

 

BENEFITS
Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits including health and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, generous paid time off, and 401(k) retirement plan. Full-time position with occasional evening and weekend work.

TO APPLY
Submit resume and cover letter through our online application. Questions? Please email us at tfqph@tnmed.org.

Location: Nashville, Tennessee
Reports to: Senior Director of Leadership Programs and Education
Position Type: Full-time, exempt