Job Description
Director of Communications and Marketing (Winn Awards) Benefits of working at VCU All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU's robust benefits package that includes: comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefit,retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more. Learn more about VCU's benefits here.
Job Code Recruitment Pool All Applicants
Posting Number req5974
Unit Massey Cancer Center MBU
Department Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center
Department Website Link Location VCU
Address 907 Floyd Ave, Richmond, VA 23284 USA
Duties & Responsibilities Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center "To improve the lives of all Virginians by delivering cutting-edge cancer care through patient-centered prevention and treatment; high-impact, innovative research; community input and engagement; and education and training of the next generation of researchers and healthcare professionals."
Robert A. Winn Diversity in Clinical Trials Award Program
The Robert A. Winn Diversity in Clinical Trials Award Program was established in 2020 by the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation (BMSF) as a bold program to increase diversity in clinical trials and transform the clinical research landscape. This initiative is comprised of the Robert A. Winn Career Development Award (Winn CDA) for early-stage investigator physicians who are underrepresented in medicine or who have a demonstrated commitment to increasing diversity in clinical research, and the Robert A. Winn Clinical Investigator Pathway Program (Winn CIPP) for medical students underrepresented in medicine.
The goal of the Winn CDA is to train and develop a new generation of Community-oriented clinical trialists (COCT) who have the knowledge, skills, and commitment to become effective partners with communities to design and conduct clinical trials that will yield new treatments that are effective in all populations. The Winn CDA is a 2-year program designed to support the career development of early-stage investigator physicians to become independent clinical trial investigators who are engaged in advancing health equity through their research and mentoring.
The goal of the Winn CIPP is to build a pathway of community-oriented clinical trialists of diverse backgrounds who are committed to increasing inclusion, equity, and diversity in the conduct of clinical and translational research. The program provides medical students a 6-week summer service-learning externship in community-based clinical research sites where they benefit from exposures to clinical research, community engagement experiences, and leadership development.
Position Primary Purpose and General Responsibilities
Eligible for remote work arrangements.
Reporting to the Executive Director of the Robert A. Winn Diversity in Clinical Trials Award Program (Winn Awards), the Director of Communications and Marketing will provide leadership, strategic direction, management and coordination for all aspects of the Winn Awards' communications and marketing efforts. The Director has primary responsibility for
strategic planning, brand management, public relations, advertising, and promotional activities designed to enhance the Winn Awards by increasing public awareness, driving engagement, and fostering meaningful connections with stakeholders. The Director of Communications and Marketing will lead a team and work collaboratively across departments to ensure consistent and impactful messaging.
Duties of this position are as follows:
Strategic Planning: Develop and implement a comprehensive communications and marketing strategy aligned with the program's goals and objectives.
Brand Management: Ensure consistent brand messaging, visual identity, and tone of voice across all communication channels and materials. Develop and maintain brand guidelines to be followed by internal teams and external partners.
Public Relations: Build and maintain relationships with the media, stakeholders, and the public to manage the organization's reputation and handle crisis communications when necessary. Act as a spokesperson for the Winn Awards when required, handling media inquiries and interviews.Content Development: Create compelling and informative content, including press releases, articles, blog posts, social media posts, videos, and more. Ensure content is accurate, engaging, and aligns with the organization's mission and messaging.
Advertising and Promotion: Create and execute advertising campaigns, both online and offline, to effectively reach the target audience and drive brand awareness.
Digital Communications and Marketing: Oversee the Winn Awards digital presence, including the website, social media platforms, and email campaigns. Develop and implement strategies to increase online engagement and expand the Winn Awards' digital reach through effective digital marketing initiatives, including social media management, content creation, email marketing, and search engine optimization (SEO).
Collaboration and Leadership: Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., fundraising, programs, advocacy) to align communication efforts with broader programmatic objectives. Lead and manage a team of communication and marketing professionals, setting clear goals, providing guidance, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Networking: Build and maintain relationships with industry partners, influencers, and relevant stakeholders to enhance the Winn Awards' visibility and credibility.
Metrics and Analytics: Establish, track, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and impact of communication and marketing initiatives, using data-driven insights to make informed decisions.
Budget Management: Manage the communications and marketing budget, allocating resources effectively to achieve maximum impact.
Qualifications Minimum Hiring Standards
- Demonstrated commitment to racial and health equity
- Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 5 years professional experience in communications, marketing, public relations, or closely related field, including a minimum of 3 years of direct supervisory and management experience
- Proven experience in managing complex, multi-faceted programs in a dynamic operating environment
- Proven experience managing multiple and diverse staff, stakeholders, and funders
- Excellent planning, prioritization, and problem-solving skills; detail-oriented and able to adapt/adjust priorities and timelines based on changing operating environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; experience communicating with diverse groups; ability to craft and tailor messages and compelling narratives to diverse audiences
- Demonstrated experience working in a virtual and geographically dispersed environment
- Experience leading public relations efforts for national programs
- Strong technical skills, including experience with database/CRM tools (e.g., Airtable), website editors (e.g., WordPress), email communication platforms (e.g., MailChimp), social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram) and design platforms (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud)
Preferred Hiring Standards
- Excellent time management and prioritization skills; ability to work well and remain collegial under pressure while meeting tight deadlines
- Website development/management experience strongly preferred
- Comfortable with digital-based work, especially digital project management, collaboration tools, and video conferencing
- Experience translating technical or jargon-heavy information into plain language
- Experience with crisis communication and managing sensitive issues
FLSA University Employee
Job FTE 1
Exemption Status Exempt
Restricted Position No
E-Class UF - University Employee FT
Job Category University Employee
ORP Eligible Salary Range Commensurate with experience, starting at $100,000
Compensation Type Salaried
Target Hire Date 9/3/2024
Contact Information for Candidates Massey Cancer Center
masseyhr@vcu.edu
Documents Needed to Apply ResumeCover letter Virginia Commonwealth University
Job Tags
Holiday work, Full time, Summer work, Remote job,