Manager, Executive Communications
Tracking Code
8262-415
Job Description
Are you ready to join an organization where you can make an extraordinary impact every day?
Imagine all Americans enjoying ideal cardiovascular health free of heart disease and stroke. At the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association, we get to work toward that goal every day. Is it easy? No. Is it worthwhile? Absolutely.
This is satisfying and challenging work that makes a real difference in people's lives. We are where you can achieve professional growth with personal fulfillment. We are where you can connect people to making a lifesaving impact. We are where you can partner with individuals, schools, lawmakers, healthcare providers and others to ensure everyone has access to healthier lifestyle choices and proper healthcare. The American Heart Association is where you can make an extraordinary impact.
The American Heart Association (AHA) has an excellent opportunity for a Manager, Executive Communications in our National Center office located in Dallas, TX .
The Manager, Executive Communications is responsible for crafting and executing strategic internal and external communications that represent the voice of the American Heart Association’s CEO including, but not limited to: speeches and scripts, weekly newsletter, presentations, social media, blogs, talking points, videos, PowerPoint development, personal correspondence and other related materials for AHA Board members and Office of CEO (OCEO) executives. Additional responsibilities include developing relationships across the organization to write compelling narratives that ladder up to the OCEO storytelling agenda. Looking for utility player who has an interest in the emerging healthcare industry and the blend of science and technology to improve patient outcomes. Fast paced and innovative work environment.
Essential Job Duties:
- Responsible for writing speeches and messaging for a regular cadence of industry events, thought leadership platforms, weekly newsletter, blogs, etc.
- Research and develop speeches, announcements and a multitude of supporting materials including PowerPoints for large-scale events including Scientific Sessions, Gold Heart Awards, Go Red for Women, Quarterly Board Meetings, International Stroke Conference, etc.
- Collaborates across the organization to Initiate and draft responsive communication for regular CEO correspondence such as thank you notes, donor recognition and employee engagement.
- Collaborate regularly with OCEO team, specifically liaising with Director of Digital Communication to align and work together on social media content, PowerPoint presentation development and execution.
- Create content and PowerPoints in support of AHA Officer touchpoints including President’s Report, Affiliate visits, Council Meetings, etc.
- Liaise with leaders across the organization to ensure successful integration into OCEO channels and platforms and maintain organized account of all materals on the OCEO Sharepoint site.
Want to help get your resume to the top? Take a look at the experience we require:
Required Experience
- Advanced Degree in English, Communications, or a related field of study.
- Minimum of eight (8) years professional experience in speech writing and content/message development.
- Prior experience working in Executive Communications.
- Must have extensive knowledge of Healthcare, Science & Technology.
- Expert skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of both Macintosh and PC platforms, and the ability to work in and convert files on both platforms.
- Strong knowledge of grammar and composition rules required for editing and proofreading material.
- Attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy and quality, and a critical eye in terms of aesthetics
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to prioritize work to balance multiple projects and deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as exceptional customer service skills.
- Must be able to travel overnight approx. 5% of the time.
So, are you ready to work for the largest voluntary health organization dedicated to fighting heart disease, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases? Click on “New Resume” (or “Existing Resume” if you have previously applied to AHA positions) to submit your online application. Only those candidates deemed most qualified by the hiring manager will be contacted to interview.
At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity applies to both our workforce and the communities we serve as it relates to heart health and stroke prevention.
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Job Location
Dallas, TX, United States
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Job Category: Marketing/Communications
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