Title: Division Communications Manager
Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid)
Job Number: NTL #2223-103
Type: Full-Time
Department: Marketing and Communications
The American Lung Association has an excellent opportunity for a Division Manager, Communications – Eastern. Working as a member of the Marketing and Communications department, you will join an outstanding group of professionals dedicated to our mission: to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through research, education, and advocacy.
The Division Manager of Communications will collaborate with the Division Senior Director of Communications to manage and execute the day-to-day communications functions for media relations and communications plans throughout the year. Develops content and manages creation for the promotion of events, programs and advocacy campaigns and other communications projects (e.g., media materials, public relations materials, other resources to support local markets). Assists the Division Senior Director of Communications with development and management of other creative projects as needed.
Responsibilities:
- Build and develop media relations partnerships, actively looking for new ways to further promote the American Lung Association through earned media opportunities.
- Work with Division Senior Director of Communications on specific ad hoc and ongoing marketing assignments.
- Participate in staff meetings.
- Responsible for writing and developing a variety of communication materials, including news releases, marketing materials and newsletter content.
- In coordination with the Division Senior Director of Communications, work with markets and offices on the development and execution of communications plans and materials to promote special events, mission-related programs and advocacy awareness activities.
- Build and manage media plans, media lists and media monitoring reports.
- Work with local staff on writing and submitting local newsletter content.
- Stay up to date on communication trends and media strategies.
- In coordination with the Division Senior Director of Communications, work to ensure association communication activities build the American Lung Association brand, and seek opportunities to put brand top-of-mind for our key audiences across platforms.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related required
- Three to five years of highly relevant experience in media relations and communications
- Health education and non-for-profit experience a plus.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with strong PowerPoint and Excel skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong copywriting and editing skills, including writing concisely and persuasively for diverse audiences, in various mediums/channels, adhering to brand guidelines/tone and voice, proofreading and self-editing, editing and consolidating feedback from multiple stakeholders.
- Strong work ethic and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.
- Self-motived, highly organized and detail oriented.
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills.
- Ability to work individually or on a team with limited direct supervision. Strong, analytical, and problem- solving skills with a common sense and practical solutions orientation.
- Keen understanding of current marketing trends.
- Ability to travel 15% of the time for meetings and conferences, as well as the flexibility to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends with some overnights required.
- Consistent with its mission, the American Lung Association maintains a smoke-free workplace; all employees must abstain from tobacco use in any form, including vaping.
Note: Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. The target hiring range for this position is between $57,000 and $70,000 per annum.
The Lung Association provides staff a generous paid leave package including Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees. Additionally, we offer medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits as well as a telecommuting option for staff.
The American Lung Association is dedicated to a diverse workforce.
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
American Lung Association
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