The American Heart Association (AHA) has an excellent opportunity for a DIRECTOR OF MULTICULTURAL INITIATIVES to cover both DADE AND BROWARD counties and the position will be based out of AHA’s HOLLYWOOD, FL office. The primary focus will be related to implementing targeted multicultural initiatives and executing against defined business priorities that support the Multicultural Markets strategic plan.
The DIRECTOR OF MULTICULTURAL INITIATIVES will develop and implement a robust market plan to build health equity based on the association's health impact and engagement goals for cardiovascular health, including strategies for eliminating health disparities and improving cultural competency and minority initiatives. The MCI Director will position the American Heart Association as a trusted partner to external customers and serve as the primary contact for executing against diversity-related initiatives for the territory covered. External customers include faith-based entities, urban housing facilities and strategic partners (such as HBCU, fraternities/sororities and civic organizations).
- Competency in oral and written communication.
- Bilingual (written and oral fluency in both English and Spanish) applicant preferred
- Previous experience with fundraising or executing against sales metrics/goals
- Previous experience with developing, creating or implementing business plans or strategic plans
- Minimum of 3 years demonstrated experience in each of the following areas: minority public health education, community programs and outreach related to health issues, including disparities across multiple acculturation levels and socio-economic groups; expertise in health equity platform; marketing and development outreach; and building alliances with community stakeholder groups.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in volunteer recruitment and management to drive health impact and development goals
- Ability to productively participate in a multi-disciplinary team environment and manage large projects ensuring deadline compliance with minimal supervision
- Highly effective organization, multi-tasking, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and collaborate daily with staff from various teams
- Ability to work, as needed, outside standard business hours and travel within territory served, including some overnight travel, and daily commuting to both Dade and Broward counties for business appointments.
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