Advocacy Communications Lead

American Heart Association; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Eine innovative Organisation sucht einen Advocacy Communications Lead, um die Entwicklung von Kommunikationsressourcen zu leiten, die die öffentlichen politischen Initiativen unterstützen. In dieser spannenden Rolle werden Sie eng mit nationalen und regionalen Teams zusammenarbeiten, um das Bewusstsein für wichtige politische Prioritäten zu schärfen und effektive Advocacy-Kampagnen zu gestalten. Sie werden die Möglichkeit haben, Ihre kreativen Kommunikationsfähigkeiten einzusetzen, um Geschichten zu sammeln und zu verpacken, die die Auswirkungen von politischen Veränderungen verdeutlichen. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für öffentliche Gesundheit und Advocacy haben, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie, einen bedeutenden Einfluss zu nehmen.

Benefits

Medizinische Versicherung

Zahnversicherung

Sehversicherung

Lebensversicherung

Pension mit Arbeitgeberbeitrag

Berufliche Entwicklung

Bezahlte Freizeit

Tuition Assistance

Qualifications

• Mindestens 3 Jahre Erfahrung in der Kommunikationsentwicklung über öffentliche Politik.
• Umfassendes Verständnis des legislativen Prozesses und der Rolle der öffentlichen Politik.

Responsibilities

• Leitet die Entwicklung von Strategien für öffentliche Politikprioritäten.
• Verantwortlich für die Erstellung von Kommunikationsressourcen und Materialien.
• Koordiniert die Produktion und Verbreitung von Materialien mit Advocacy-Teams.

Skills

Kommunikationsentwicklung

Medienbeziehungen

Präsentationsfähigkeiten

Schulungskompetenz

Grassroots Advocacy

Education

Bachelor-Abschluss oder gleichwertig

Job description

Overview

Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.

The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for an Advocacy Communications Lead, Field based out of our National Center office! This position can be remote.

This is a full-time, benefits eligible, grant-funded opportunity, current funding is through 06/2028.

Expected pay range will be $85,000 to $90,000. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials to the pay range may apply. The American Heart Association reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range.

This individual will be responsible for the development of communications resources in support of priority public policy initiatives. Works closely with Advocacy and Marketing Communications staff at the national and region levels on efforts to raise awareness of the American Heart Association’s public policy priorities. Consults on the development and execution of advocacy communications strategies and tactics to advance American Heart Association state and community advocacy campaigns working through paid, earned, owned and organic media channels.

Responsibilities

• Leads development of strategy and tactics for specific public policy priorities at the state and community levels to build support among key audiences for advocacy campaigns.
• Manages the creation of messaging, materials, toolkits, and additional resources that communicate key messages to priority audiences.
• Collects and packages real-world stories from those who would benefit from public policy change(s) to provide compelling, digital-friendly assets that drive awareness and support of evidence-based policy solutions.
• Plans and creates messaging and media training for Association staff, volunteers, and partners.
• Works directly with state and market-based Marketing Communications and Advocacy staff to provide technical assistance in support of active Advocacy campaigns.
• Serves on internal workgroups as appropriate. Represents the Association in national and regional meetings with partner organizations as appropriate.
• Coordinate materials production and dissemination with Advocacy and Marketing Communications teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• Three (3) years minimum prior related experience (5 years preferred)
• Experience developing communications about public policy at the federal, state or community level
• Experience in media relations, message and materials development, advertising, spokesperson training
• Comprehensive understanding of the legislative process and the role of public policy
• Comprehensive understanding of grassroots advocacy campaigns
• Comprehensive writing, presentation, and training skills
• Ability to work with youth and engage communities of color
• Ability to travel up to 20% local and overnight stay

Compensation & Benefits

Expected pay range will be $85,000 to $90,000. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials to the pay range may apply. The American Heart Association reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range.

The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.

• Compensation – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
• Performance and Recognition – You are rewarded for achieving success by merit increases and incentive programs; eligibility for an incentive program is based on the type of position.
• Benefits – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation.
• Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. HeartU is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
• Work-Life Harmonization – The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.
• Tuition Assistance - We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.

The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the AHA will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.

At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities. We're committed to ensuring our workforce, workplace culture and mission have a shared impact across a diverse set of backgrounds.

In accordance with local and state laws where applicable, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities