Executive Director for Marketing, Communications, & Public Relations

About the Company

Highly regarded organization fighting cancer with innovative treatments

Industry
Non-Profit Organization Management

Type
Non Profit

Founded
1971

Employees
201-500

Categories

• Non-Profit & Philanthropy

Specialties

• cancer care
• research
• education
• and clinical trials

About the Role

The Company is seeking an Executive Director for Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations to play a pivotal role in advancing its mission to combat cancer through patient-centered care, innovative research, and community engagement. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive marketing and communications strategy that aligns with the goals of the cancer center. This includes strategic leadership to ensure the center's image and impact are enhanced, stakeholder engagement with a focus on cultivating relationships with leadership, patients, caregivers, donors, and the media, and brand management to maintain a consistent and compelling presence across all channels. The role also involves public relations, marketing campaigns, internal communications, and a strong partnership commitment with the enterprise marketing and communications division.Applicants for the Executive Director position should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with a Master's degree preferred, and a minimum of 8 years' experience in leadership roles within marketing, communications, and public relations. Experience in healthcare, particularly in cancer centers or medical research institutions, is highly desirable. The ideal candidate will possess strong strategic thinking, excellent written and verbal communication skills, proficiency in digital marketing and social media strategies, and a background in crisis communications and media relations. Knowledge of cancer research and healthcare industry trends is a plus, and a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment is essential. The role also requires the ability to manage a high-performing team and effectively promote research findings to the public and medical community.

Hiring Manager Title
Director of the Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center and the Associate Vice President of Strategy and Marketing in the Enterprise Marketing and Communications (EMC) division

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Non-Profit Management
• Marketing