Director, External Communications & Public Affairs

aafp; Leawood (KS); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) seeks a Director of External Communications to lead strategic, multichannel public relations programs that advance the organization's mission and public trust.

You will manage a talented team, guide high-impact campaigns for physicians and the public, oversee FamilyDoctor.org initiatives, and partner with cross-functional teams to align communications with organizational priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 10-15 years of experience leading integrated communication strategies and complex, multichannel initiatives.
• 5+ years of experience managing teams, budgets and cross-functional projects.
• 5+ years of experience in media relations working with national, regional and trade media.

Responsibilities

• Lead external communications and public relations programs.
• Oversee FamilyDoctor.org and funded communication initiatives.
• Manage campaigns engaging public and physician audiences.
• Provide leadership for a team of communications professionals.

Skills

Integrated communication strategies

Team leadership

Budget management

Cross-functional project management

Media relations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) seeks a Director of External Communications to lead strategic, multichannel public relations programs that advance the organization's mission and public trust.

You will manage a talented team, guide high-impact campaigns for physicians and the public, oversee FamilyDoctor.org initiatives, and partner with cross-functional teams to align communications with organizational priorities.