Job Details
The Healthcare Leadership Council (HLC), the leading healthcare association representing all disciplines of American healthcare, is seeking a dynamic professional to serve as Vice President of Communications, an integral part of the senior leadership team. Reporting directly to the President and CEO, this position is responsible for creating, shaping, and executing a comprehensive communication strategy to drive thought leadership and raise visibility for HLC s top priorities.
This is a unique opportunity to play a leading role in transforming the communications efforts of the organization during an exciting time of growth and transformation. The Vice President of Communications will be the primary strategist responsible for communications to HLC staff, membership and key audiences including the news media, policymakers, and Administration officials.
Key Job Functions:
- Develop and lead a comprehensive communications strategy to support and advance HLC s advocacy priorities.
- Develop and proactively execute multi-channel communications including messaging and materials, member communications, media outreach, online and social media, webinars and events, and publications.
- Seamlessly integrate with policy team to identify opportunities to advance HLC priorities through strategic communications.
- Proactively identify opportunities to drive thought leadership and elevate HLC s brand.
- Serve as primary contact with media outlets, both proactively and reactively, including serving as an on-the-record spokesperson when appropriate.
- Proactively position HLC executives as thought leaders in the healthcare industry. Seek visibility opportunities. Provide media training, prepare talking points and briefing materials.
- Develop regular communications to HLC members, talking points for media interviews, public appearances and member meetings, and support the development of policy documents and member recruitment material.
- Oversee redesign of HLC website to better convey HLC s thought leadership, advocacy priorities and value proposition.
- Serve as primary steward of HLC s brand identity, ensuring accurate use and consistency throughout HLC s communications.
- Manage a team of up to two communications staff.
Qualifications and Experience:
The ideal candidate would be a dynamic, driven professional eager to modernize and transform the strategic communications function. Requirements include:
- Bachelor s degree in communications, marketing, or relevant study.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in communications including developing and executing comprehensive communications initiatives.
- Exceptional writing and communications skills.
- Experience interfacing with media outlets, including pitching news stories and responding to requests.
- Proven experience managing social media and owned online properties.
- Ability to understand legislative and regulatory processes.
- Association, legislative office, or political campaign experience a plus.
- Knowledge of health policy issues a plus.
- Enthusiastic team player.
Job Location:
This hybrid position is based in Washington, DC. Currently, staff work in the office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays and remotely Mondays and Fridays.
What We Offer:
In addition to a competitive salary, your compensation package will include participation in a 401K plan with matching employer contributions, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid vacation, and sick leave along with the opportunity to work in a central Metro-accessible location, access to a 24/7 fitness center and a professional growth experience in an innovative, team-centered work environment. Salary commensurate with experience. HLC is an equal opportunity employer.
How to Apply:
Apply to ...@HLC.org. Include resume, salary requirements, and contact information.