Director – Health Communications

A BA/BS degree in a related field and 10-12 years of relevant communications experience, preferably within the health sector
Experience with crisis or issues management and comfort with complex engagements
Experience with developing and managing integrated communications campaigns, drawing from multiple disciplines including media relations, government relations, advertising, and public opinion research, in-house or at a public relations agency
An ability to distill complex technical, legislative, regulatory, legal or other issues into compelling content is essential
Experience working with coalitions and advocacy groups is a plus
Experience working with reporters and established media contacts
A self-starter with a passion for expanding their knowledge and skills
Strong strategic thinker with understanding of how larger business and public policy landscape impacts clients’ communications abilities and needs
Experience and ambition for successfully leading efforts to obtain new business is a plus
A demonstrated capacity for leadership, communication, adaptability, resourcefulness, teamwork and collegiality within a tight-knit team

Serve as day-to-day client contact on diverse health team accounts
Develop, write and present persuasive strategic plans, messaging and collateral materials tailored to a variety of stakeholders
Account and project management, including workplans, setting and meeting deadlines, managing colleague contributors, and monitoring of account budgets and needs
Generate media outreach strategies and pitch stories on a regular basis. Cultivating trusted media relationships is a baseline expectation
Display keen understanding of the health sector and policy environment or significant parts of it, an excellent grasp on healthcare reporting trends, and desire to expand into new areas
Demonstrate excellent client relations– be responsive, professional, and helpful
Maintain awareness of emerging issues relevant to clients
React quickly and prioritize appropriately in response to urgent client requests or developments in the media
Contribute to new business proposals and pitches
Collaborate across teams to deliver services in collaboration with other FGS divisions (government relations, advertising, content development, public opinion research, creative design and development)

Experience working with coalitions and advocacy groups is a plus
Experience and ambition for successfully leading efforts to obtain new business is a plus