Senior Director of Communications
About the role
Our client, a leading healthcare innovation organization, is seeking a dynamic Senior Director, Communications & Public Affairs to lead its organizational voice, strengthen its reputation, and elevate its influence across the healthcare innovation landscape. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you'll report directly to the President & CEO, serving as a trusted advisor on executive communications, media relations, public affairs, reputation management, and stakeholder engagement. You'll shape compelling narratives, champion thought leadership, and ensure that the organization's communications and advocacy priorities work together to advance its mission. This is an exciting opportunity for a big-picture thinker who also loves rolling up their sleeves. You'll lead a talented team, collaborate with industry leaders and policymakers, and help position the organization as a leading voice in health innovation and care.
Responsibilities
- Lead Communications & Public Affairs Strategy
- Develop and execute an integrated communications and public affairs strategy that strengthens the organization's visibility, credibility, and influence.
- Shape a compelling organizational narrative that connects the mission, membership value, policy priorities, and impact.
- Align messaging across executive leadership, government affairs, member engagement, events, and thought leadership.
- Anticipate emerging issues, identify opportunities, and provide strategic counsel on organizational positioning and reputation.
- Establish measurable goals and use insights to continuously improve communications effectiveness