Project Director, Nursing Home Transparency and Accountability Project

POSITION: The Michigan Elder Justice Initiative (MEJI) is seeking a full-time staff person to oversee its Nursing Home Transparency and Accountability Project. The position is funded initially through March 31, 2026 with the possibility of an extension if additional funding MEJI is currently seeking becomes available. Applicants wishing to work part-time (fewer than 30 hours/week) may be considered. All MEJI staff are based out of the Lansing office with either a hybrid or 100% remote work schedule. Candidates must reside in Michigan.

The person hired for this position will direct MEJI’s nursing home transparency and accountability project and, with the assistance of MEJI staff and contractors, be responsible for research, analysis, communications, leadership of the project Advisory Board, serving as the point person with Consumer Voice, coordination with governmental and advocacy organizations, and development and implementation of an advocacy plan.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must have strong writing, research, advocacy, and project development and management skills. Successful applicants will demonstrate the ability to be meticulous and precise in analyzing data, strategic in developing the project’s action plan, and an effective advocate for the project’s goals.  Policy and legislative advocacy experience and work with the media strongly preferred. Knowledge of nursing home or health care financing, regulation, and advocacy and public speaking experience would be particularly helpful. Required 5 years of relevant experience. 

Annual salary starting at $68,080

The position is open until filled; applications received by Feb 28, 2025 will receive priority. 

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