The Heart Failure Society of America is seeking a creative and innovative manager to provide oversight on marketing and communications activities and manage processes to help HFSA achieve its strategic goals. The Manager, Marketing and Communications will support the development and execution of campaigns for all HFSA activities including meetings and events, educational programs, patient programs, scientific statements, and more. HFSA is an exciting, growing organization and you and your career will grow along with the association.

This is a virtual position and affords maximum flexibility for work-life balance.

The ideal candidate has a creative marketing background with an interest in multidimensional marketing campaigns and podcasts. The ideal candidate is eager to jump in and take the lead where needed and has a desire to explore new channels or platforms and bring new ideas to the table to create a greater impact. An ability to manage multiple priorities and balance both independent and collaborative projects are requirements of this role.

Duties include:

• Execute and oversee critical marketing campaigns, incorporating relevant channels, platforms, and media, from start to finish, working with MarCom team members, other HFSA staff, and external vendors and consulting firms. This can include creating and editing messages for email, blogs, or social media; managing campaign calendars; designing emails in Real Magnet platform; scheduling or publishing content; creating and coordinating mailing of printed materials
• Support production of two podcasts (one monthly, one bi-monthly) from idea creation to post-production and episode release (HFSA utilizes Resonate Recordings for editing and production)
• Contribute to Heart Failure Awareness 365 campaign including researching patient-friendly resources and tools related to the monthly theme, drafting blog posts, creating social media posts, etc.
• Create graphics for promotional campaigns, and edit marketing collateral and graphics such as meeting agendas, programs, flyers, etc. using graphic design software (Photoshop, Shutterstock editor, InDesign, Illustrator, Canva, etc.)
• Assist with the Social Media Catalyst program and committee projects
• Develop and coordinate Twitter Chats and other social media engagement activities
• Support additional marketing activities including automated email campaigns (membership renewals and cart abandonment campaigns); website editing including assisting on various HFSA virtual platforms; developing and sending press releases; and printing and mailing brochures or other collateral
• Assist with HFSA’s advertising program
• Oversee work of marketing firm on HF Awareness 365, HF Awareness Week, Annual Scientific Meeting, and Patient and Caregiver Day

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Two (2) to five (5) years of related experience; Knowledge of medical industry a plus
• Proficiency with email platforms (especially Real Magnet), social media tools and scheduling platforms
• Experience with Drupal and other website content management systems
• Skilled in graphic design software such as Photoshop, InDesign, Shutterstock editor, PDF editor, etc.
• Ability to create and edit video clips for sound bites, or “Pearls of Wisdom,” is a plus
• Knowledge of Google Analytics, Twitter Analytics, and other metrics tools
• Ability to rapidly learn new software and platforms; knowledge of Impexium or similar association management membership database 
• Enthusiasm for trying new things and bringing fresh ideas to the table

Location, Travel and Additional Information

This is a virtual position and affords maximum flexibility for work-life balance. Travel to the Annual Scientific Meeting is required (under suitable conditions). Additional travel may be required for staff retreats or other activities.

HFSA offers a very competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability, group life and AD&D, 13 paid holidays, paid time off starting at 15 days per year, 7 paid sick-leave, and a 403(b)-retirement plan with an employer paid match up to 4% of wages.

To apply for this position, please forward your resume with cover letter to LPoko@hfsa.org.  Please provide your preferred salary requirements.