Associate Director, Communications & Content Marketing

MISSION:

Medicines360 is a nonprofit pharmaceutical organization whose mission is to catalyze equitable access to medicines & devices through product development, policy advocacy, and collaboration with U.S. and global partners.

ABOUT MEDICINES360:

Based in San Francisco, Medicines360’s focus is on expanding access to quality medicines for all women, regardless of socioeconomic status, insurance coverage or geography. Our approach starts with understanding women’s unmet health needs and gaps in access, developing quality women’s products to fill those gaps, and engaging in values aligned collaborations and partnerships to help distribute and market these medicines in the US and globally. Revenues from commercial partnerships are then reinvested into advocacy, education, and research and development of other products to further expand access. Medicines360 is proud to be a leader in expanding access to quality medicines for women. We believe that by supporting the products and partnerships we develop, everyone can play a role in expanding access to quality medicines and make a difference in the lives of women, everywhere.

Position Title: Associate Director, Communications & Content Marketing

Reports To: VP, Corporate Communications and Marketing

FLSA Status: Full-time, Exempt

Location: Flex-SF

In Office Presence: 20-40% or less if remote

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Associate Director of Communications will partner with departments across the organization and an agency partner to build the recognition of Medicines360 as a nonprofit pharmaceutical organization and industry thought leader. This position will help elevate the brand by leading the development of content that helps cultivate and sustain relationships with and awareness among key constituencies/stakeholders: including funders, policymakers, potential partners, media, and internal stakeholders.

Reporting to the Vice President, Corporate Communications and Marketing, this role will lead the development of compelling content that delivers against an overarching brand strategy, and partner with other members of the team to ensure flawless execution in digital and printed materials, events, and public relations which consistently articulate and reinforce Medicines360’s vision, mission, activities, accomplishments, and impact.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assess communications opportunities and liaise with key staff to execute annual communications plans in support of departmental, organizational and brand objectives.
• Lead content development to engage key audiences systematically and meaningfully.
• Proffer insight into audience strategy, cadence, platform relevancy and frequency of organizational messaging.
• Partner with other team members on the development, distribution, and maintenance of print and electronic collateral including, but not limited to annual reports, research and policy briefs, presentation decks, blog posts, brochures, Op-Eds, and our websites, medicines360.org.
• Support public relations activity and develop content that enables internal staff to spotlight and position M360 as subject matter experts in arenas that include but are not limited to Op-Eds, speaking opportunities, contributed editorial content, and press releases.
• Collaborate on the planning, development, and execution of holistic, integrated, and sustained communications campaigns, including thought leadership, media relations, executive visibility, as well as corporate and issue-centric storytelling.
• Support Executive visibility strategy and implementation of annual schedule of domestic and global conferences and thought leadership opportunities by working with cross-functional teams.
• Develop high-quality written materials that conveys the nonprofit pharma narrative across a host of media including digital, web, press releases, blogs, Q&As, speeches, editorials, and social posts.
• Ensure consistent storytelling and strategic alignment around paid/earned/owned and social content and programs.
• Complete required training and ensure compliance with industry regulations, Medicines360 values and standards of ethical behavior, company policies and procedures, and commercial partner requirements. As needed, track and conduct Veeva submissions.
• Other: Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, professional training and experience that provides the individual with the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for the job.
• Seven or more years of communications experience, including long form content creation, website development, events, newsletters, and donor communications.
• The ideal candidate is a storyteller with strong verbal and written communication skills that enable effective interactions with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Previous experience will reflect an ability to convey complex information through thoughtful, written articulations. Submission of writing samples is highly encouraged.
• Displays critical attention to detail and deadlines with solid analytical, organizational, and implementation skills and an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Communications experience in women’s health desired but not required.
• Demonstrates flexibility and ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, deadline-oriented environment.
• High level of enthusiasm, self-motivation, and capacity to overcome obstacles
• Experience collaborating and ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Office applications including MS Word, Excel, SharePoint, MS Teams, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated passion for advancing organizational DEI objectives and influencing others to approach work through an equity lens. Promotes processes and communication style that encourages organization-level cultural competence and inclusion.
• A “roll-up your sleeves” disposition and willingness to get work done at any level, with the ability to serve as a unifying force and position brand and communications discussions at both strategic and tactical levels.
• Travel occasionally meetings and conferences

Medicines360 offers the following competitive benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K program with employer contribution
• Life and disability insurance
• Sick pay and medical leave
• Parental leave
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Education Assistance
• Flexibility at work

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/MISC:

• Ability to sit at a workstation for an extended period (in-office or remote)
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may need to, stand, sit, stoop, walk; talk, hear, reach and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard

Effective October 1, 2021, Medicines360 requires all staff, contractors, and consultants to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination or a valid medical or religious exemption is required prior to commencement of employment.

Medicines360 is committed to a diverse workplace and is committed to equal opportunity employment for all job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Medicines360 complies with all applicable local, state and national laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

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