Marketing and Communications Project Specialist II

About The National Bleeding Disorders Foundation (NBDF)

The National Bleeding Disorders Foundation (NBDF) is dedicated to finding cures for inheritable blood disorders and to addressing and preventing the complications of these disorders through research, education, and advocacy enabling people and families to thrive. Learn more at Bleeding.org!

About the Role

As the Marketing and Communications Project Specialist II, you will play a vital role in advancing the mission of the National Bleeding Disorders Foundation (NBDF). Under the guidance of the Director of Public Relations and Communications, you will work collaboratively across the organization and with external partners to drive the successful delivery of strategic objectives and programmatic outcomes. Your work will encompass a wide range of projects, from developing communication strategies to managing marketing campaigns, all while ensuring that our internal and external messaging aligns with NBDF's values and brand guidelines.

You will be instrumental in maintaining a consistent brand image, crafting compelling content, and supporting initiatives that make a meaningful impact on the community we serve. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a cause with purpose, creativity, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities 

Project Management

• Effectively and proactively lead project planning and execution, reliably ensuring accurate and on-time delivery.
• Develop project plans, efficiently analyze, track, forecast, and report on project metrics and shortfalls.
• Report on project progress and provide regular updates to team managers.
• Anticipate communication needs and proactively work to avoid obstacles and facilitate the implementation of solutions.

Collaboration and Communication

• Coordinate and communicate effectively with departments to achieve project objectives collaboratively within established time frames, fostering cross-functional relationships.
• Serve as the coordinator of the weekly Wednesday Webinar series in collaboration with the Director of Public Relations and Communications.
• Lead team meetings, providing agendas in advance and highlighting key talking points.
• Manage and coordinate department’s correspondence.
• Support the onboarding process for department team members.

Content Development

• Develop and edit content as needed to support various communication initiatives.
• Analyze data, provide recommendations, and manage the implementation of data-driven decisions to ensure continuous improvement.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

What You Bring: To qualify for this unique opportunity, our ideal candidate should have the following experience and education:

• Minimum of 4-5 years in strategic communications within a nonprofit organization, corporation, or healthcare setting.
• Bachelor’s degree in communications or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proficient in multimedia platforms and project management tools. 
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, high-change environment.
• Excellent public speaking and writing skills, with a strong ability to quickly produce and edit compelling content. Familiarity with AP style.
• Ability to work efficiently and calmly under pressure, maintaining strong interpersonal skills.
• Capable of working professionally in a remote work setting.
• Experience with tools such as HIVE, Monday.com, Sprout Social, Zoom, Restream, Canva, Mailchimp, Drupal, etc., is a plus.

As the Marketing and Communications Project Specialist II, how results are achieved is paramount for your success and ultimately results in our success as an organization. In this role, your foundational knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal attributes are anchored in the following:

Initiative: Understanding of the value of self-motivation and initiative; ability and willingness to seek out work and the drive to accomplish goals. Voluntarily takes the first steps to identify and address existing and potential obstacles, issues, and opportunities.

Project Management: The discipline of planning, organizing, and managing resources to bring about the successful completion of a specific project. Ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources, to achieve project objectives.

Adaptability: Effectively adjusts to changes in work processes and environment and illustrates behavioral change that exhibit emotional intelligence in various settings/situations.

Continuous Learning: Seeks opportunities to learn from experience and from others. Consistently takes advantage of learning opportunities and applies newly acquired knowledge and skills on the job. 

In addition, all NBDF employees focus on aligning their behaviors to our core values known as Behavioral Standards which are Respect, Accountability, Service, and Support. 

Where You Will Work:

This position is a remote and open to candidates located anywhere in the U.S. and this role requires some travel. All NBDF Employees are required to attend and work at our annual Bleeding Disorders Conference.  

Compensation:

We have carefully considered industry benchmarks, the experience required for this position, and internal salary comparisons to determine the appropriate salary range for this role. For this position, NBDF has set a starting base salary range $64,000-$70,000 and it is non-negotiable due to our company's commitment to maintaining internal pay equity. This approach ensures that we maintain a fair and consistent compensation structure across the organization.

Research shows that candidates from marginalized populations are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications in a job description. NBDF is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization. We strongly encourage interested individuals to apply, even if they don't believe they have every quality, strength, and experience listed above. We especially encourage applicants with the lived experience of disability to apply for roles in our organization. All necessary accommodation can be provided during the interview and the on-boarding process.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. People of color, members of Tribal Nations and Native communities, LGBTQ-identified people, gender-nonconforming people, people with disabilities, veterans, and people who speak a language in addition to English are strongly encouraged to apply.

What We Offer: 

At NBDF our mission is to serve those affected by all inheritable bleeding disorders. We are committed to our employees as well as those we serve. To do so, NBDF seeks and values those qualities, both visible and invisible, that make individuals unique. We strive to be a safe place where regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, family status, national origin, race, ethnicity, or sexual orientation; you are heard, empowered, and valued because we truly believe that every person brings a unique perspective and experience to advance our mission.

In order to attract and retain a high-performance team, we offer a dynamic and rewarding work environment. In addition to a competitive salary, NBDF provides a comprehensive health and wellness program to eligible employees, family members and domestic partners. Our health and wellness programs include medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, preventative care, mental health services and an employee assistance / work-life balance program. We also offer:

• Full time employees: Three weeks (+) of vacation, four personal days, 12 sick days, 11 paid holidays, 1 Floating Holiday, and the Holidays’ week off (between Christmas and New Years’).
• We offer paid time off to Part-Time Employees. 
• Paid Short-Term Disability insurance & Life Insurance. 
• Pre-tax savings plan (including Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Transit Account).
• a 403(b) retirement plan with automatic contributions based on years of service.
• Paid Caregiver/Parental leave.