Communications Manager

The Lymphoma Research Foundation seeks a Communications Manager to be part of a team dedicated to increasing the visibility and impact of the Foundation. The Manager will support a broad communications portfolio, including integrated digital communications, content generation as well as implementation of strategies to engage the Foundation’s constituents and donors, and bolster the Foundation's brand through various communications vehicles. The ideal candidate is a self-starter possessing strong digital communications and organizational skills, creativity, and attention to detail. This position is a great opportunity for an early career professional to learn and grow professionally in a fast-paced and mission-driven environment.

Located in New York City, the Lymphoma Research Foundation is the nation’s largest non-profit organization devoted to funding innovative research and serving the lymphoma community through a comprehensive series of education programs, outreach initiatives, and patient services. The Foundation’s mission is to realize the promise of science to eradicate lymphoma and serve the community touched by this disease.

About the Foundation

The Lymphoma Research Foundation is dedicated to finding a cure for lymphoma, the most common form of blood cancer, by funding biomedical research and supporting the next generation of lymphoma researchers. With the guidance of the Foundation’s prestigious Scientific Advisory Board (SAB), which is comprised of 45 of the world’s leading lymphoma experts, the Foundation invests in the research projects and scientists that have the greatest potential to improve our understanding of lymphomas and lead to improved treatment options for patients. To date, the Foundation has funded more than $86.4 million in research focused on the origins and treatment of lymphoma.

Through comprehensive disease guides and publications, in-person conferences, and online resources, the Foundation provides education for people with lymphoma, as well as their loved ones and caregivers. A robust suite of Foundation patient services provides direct support to people who have received a lymphoma diagnosis. These services include the national Lymphoma Helpline, a Clinical Trials Information Service, Lymphoma Support Network, and patient aid grant program. An industry leader in digital communications, the Foundation maintains a strong presence on multiple social media platforms and has won national awards for its innovative use of social media to educate cancer patients. The Foundation also provides continuing medical education programs designed to increase the knowledge, skills and performance of healthcare professionals who treat and care for people with lymphoma.

For more information about the Foundation please visit lymphoma.org.

About the Opportunity

The Manager will report to the Senior Director of Communications and Constituent Engagement and be accountable for implementing a variety of communications programs across the Foundation. Please note that the organization utilizes a flex schedule, and all New York-based staff are required to work in the office weekly Tuesday-Thursday; staff may elect to work remotely Mondays and Fridays. The salary range for this exempt position is $65,000-$68,000 annually, based on applicable skills and experience. The organization also offers a robust benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage, short- and long-term disability, and a 403(b)-retirement plan with up to a 5% employer match.

The ideal candidate for this position will be a detail-oriented professional with 2-3 years of experience in communications. This organized self-starter should be able to confidently manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of customer service and communication with external stakeholders. They will be effective working independently but comfortable communicating regularly with colleagues, donors, volunteers, and Foundation leadership. The candidate should be a natural problem-solver who proactively researches solutions to challenges and identifies new opportunities for the Foundation while valuing the experience of those around them.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development of Foundation materials and publications.
• Serve as member of Foundation Editorial Committee and Deputy Editor of Pulse, the Foundation national magazine.
• Assist in the management of the organization's editorial schedule.
• Contribute to Foundation website content, working collaboratively and proactively to create, coordinate and update content to engage and educate constituents and drive fundraising efforts.
• Develop and post content on Foundation social media channels under the direction of the Senior Director and external advisors.
• Work collaboratively with the Senior Director, other staff members and members of the Board of Directors and Scientific Advisory Board to ensure social media, communications materials, and video content is well executed in a timely manner.
• Develop strategic content and turnkey communications toolkits for Foundation staff, Board members, and key stakeholders to expand and amplify the Foundation’s presence across their personal and professional networks.
• Maintain digital editorial, communications and advertising schedules, to ensure cohesive and dynamic messaging about the Foundation’s programs, campaigns, and mission.
• Develop content and serve as project manager for all Foundation eCommunications.
• Manage collaborative efforts to monitor online activity for coverage of issues affecting the Foundation and lymphoma community.
• Support the development of video content across Foundation programs and departments.
• Identify ways to incorporate digital media and communications efforts into all Foundation programming to maximize effectiveness and reach.
• Attend Foundation programs and events to incorporate social media, extract communications content and/or manage videography.
• Partner with team members to develop metric reports using digital analytics tools.
• Assist with additional duties as necessary.
• May need to occasionally lift, carry and move materials weighing 30 pounds or less.
• This position will require some late hours or weekend work during Foundation events.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience in communications and digital environments.
• Must have experience in managing work product across multiple digital communications platforms.
• Knowledge and understanding of social media platforms and website management.
• Exposure to or experience with image libraries.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proven organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with WordPress or other CMS preferable
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva preferable.
• Experience with HubSpot or comparable CRM preferable.
• Video editing experience preferable.
• Interest in/ knowledge of the non-profit or health sectors.

How to Apply

Please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] and include “Communications Manager” in the subject line.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10005