**The World at Abt** Solving the world’s most pressing issues and improving the quality of life for people worldwide is what we do every day at Abt. Advancing data-driven innovations is no small task, but we are driven by big challenges. We are a team of 3,000+ people in over 50 countries working in unison and focused on the bigger picture. Only by sharing our commitment, energy, and innovation do we affect change and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We welcome diverse ideas, backgrounds, and viewpoints – joining Abt means access to exceptional thinkers at the top of their game. To thrive at Abt is to embrace flexibility and collaboration. Our open culture allows you to balance your work and personal life as needed to optimize personal well-being. We create value driven partnerships around the world, but our greatest focus is on empowering our employees to advance our mission. Ready to embrace rewarding and meaningful work? Now’s your chance. **The Opportunity** Abt Global seeks a Senior Associate with deep policy experience relevant to state Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) monitoring and oversight and experience in managing projects, leading teams, and building and maintaining relationships with clients. The successful candidate will have leadership roles on Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS) funded projects and also support business development opportunities within Abt’s Healthcare portfolio. They will maintain excellent relationships with federal agencies/sponsors as well as Abt partners and consultants and be regarded as a subject matter expert in Medicaid and CHIP policy. **Core Responsibilities:** + Serve as a task or workstream lead for Medicaid or CHIP managed care projects + Demonstrate and apply knowledge of state and federal Medicaid and CHIP managed care regulations, program implementation, and monitoring (e.g., reporting, quality measurement, federal authorities, capitation rate-setting, and network access and adequacy) + Oversee and monitor interdisciplinary teams within Abt, including subcontractors and consultants + Manage client relationships and expectations and ensure accuracy, timeliness, and integrity with delivery of client deliverables + Support business development efforts and contribute to proposals related to health policy implementation work, particularly in the Medicaid domain + Support the market team with strategic planning and the development of new products, operational plans/procedures, and technology solutions to be responsive to emerging client needs and to grow our portfolio of work + Coach, review and delegate work to early and mid-career staff **What We Value** + Senior Associate: Bachelor’s + 15, Masters + 13, PHD + 8 years of experience + Demonstrated commitment to principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in research approaches and interactions with colleagues. + Demonstrated experience translating research and making it accessible to practice, policy, and/or government audiences. + Strong interest in public policy research. + Effective communication in English, orally and in writing. + Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. + Experience leading large tasks/small to medium projects (e.g., multiple workstreams, complex technical teams, subcontractors) related to state and federal Medicaid/CHIP and Medicaid/CHIP managed care expertise required. + Experience and interest in leading or participating in business development opportunities/proposals. + A well-rounded interpersonal skill set with the capacity to build relationships with clients, funders, and to work effectively in a team environment. + Aptitude and interest in mentoring less-experienced staff and managing multidisciplinary teams. **What We Offer** We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits, flexible schedules, and professional development. Abt Global is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of approximately $120,000 to $193,000 and may vary by ten percent depending on candidate geographic location. Salary offers are made based on internal equity and market analysis. Disclaimer: Abt Global Inc. will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment. _\#LI-TS1 #LI-Remote #LI-Hybrid_ While working at Abt Global, you’ll be at the forefront of creating better health, and social and economic development for people locally and globally. Our health research pioneers contribute to solving some of the world’s most pressing health issues - from infectious diseases such as HIV/AIDS and influenza, to behavioral health matters such as substance use disorders and mental health. Uplifting communities with policies and programs is also where our human services and housing and asset building portfolios make an impact. Its contributions—at all government levels—have resulted in better programs on housing, community revitalization, education, workforce development, income security, food assistance, and in support of children, youth, and families.