Vice President, Communications

VP Communications

Full-Time Exempt-Salaried Remote

Are you ready to transform your career into a powerful catalyst for change For almost 30 years ZERO Prostate Cancer (ZERO) has been at the forefront of the battle against prostate cancer providing essential support to patients and families touched by this disease. ZERO is the nations leading prostate cancer organization and the number one provider of prostate cancer resources programs and services. We are on a mission to improve and save lives from prostate cancer through advocacy awareness education and support.

Consistently recognized as one of the Best Nonprofits to Work for by the Nonprofit Times we take pride in our unwavering commitment to our team and community. Our culture is founded on the principles of growth inclusivity and camaraderie which we uphold with passion and purpose. Our vision is a world where prostate cancer detection is early support is unwavering and care is accessible to all. When you join ZERO you become part of an extraordinary community with strong core values: Courage Ambition Inclusion Empathy and Integrity where each individual motivates and inspires one another advancing your career while making a meaningful impact in the fight against prostate cancer. Seize this opportunity to be more than just an employeebecome an essential part of a movement that truly matters!

ZEROs Communications Objectives Include:

1. Protect and increase awareness of ZEROs brand legacy as the nations leader in prostate cancer advocacy with the distinction of having successfully advocated for the establishment of the Prostate Cancer Research Program at the Department of Defense which has unlocked billions of dollars in public funding for the discovery of new treatments
2. Increase awareness of ZEROs leadership in prostate cancer advocacy education and patient support - advancing early detection access to care and reducing the pain and suffering of prostate cancer for patients (and their families) with a focus on health equity amplifying the mens health conversation and addressing the needs of high-risk populations: African Americans Military Veterans and rural populations
3. Improve internal communications process and messaging to ensure executives and staff are informed and well-equipped to deliver brand and mission messaging to key stakeholders supporters partners and constituents and increase executive presence by developing a robust thought-leadership strategy
   

The Vice President Communications will work closely with both Mission and Development VPs to lead the successful execution of a Media Relations strategy that expands our reach and earned media around our national mission and development initiatives including our annual Advocacy Summit in Washington D.C. signature Blitz the Barriers and other patient support programs key corporate partner and development activities and a strategy for local media relations support of the regions with opportunities to elevate local storytelling to national interest/media placement.

The successful candidate will also be responsible for establishing building and maintaining national and local media relationships and alliances across broadcast media cable news public media outlets publications online media outlets and influencers. The candidate will also manage ZEROs robust ambassador program of global talent from the entertainment health fashion and media industries. The candidate will serve as the primary point of contact for all press releases and media outreach and as backup to ZEROs Chief Marketing & Communications Officer and Executive Leadership Team in representing ZERO in the media.

The responsibilities include developing a media strategy reporting results creating materials handling correspondence and preparing executives for meetings and public appearances. The VP will also manage a Health Communications Manager and a highly successful and powerful media relations firm to deliver on media pitching placement and tracking of results.

Further the position will monitor reputational risk issues of concern in partnership with ZEROs Operations and Legal department creating a sound crisis management process and drafting communications as necessary to ensure brand reputation is upheld despite any unforeseen circumstances or threats that may arise and impact the organization.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Strategic Leadership:
  • Develop and implement organization-wide communication strategies aligned with business objectives
  • Provide strategic counsel to C-suite executives and VP counterparts on communication matters
  • Lead crisis communication efforts and reputation management
• Internal Communications:
  • Oversee internal communication initiatives to foster employee engagement and alignment
  • Develop and maintain effective communication channels within the organization
  • Ensure consistent messaging across all departments and levels
• External Communications:
  • Manage media relations and support the Chief Marketing & Communications Officer as the primary spokesperson for the organization
  • Oversee public relations efforts including press releases media events and interviews
  • Develop and maintain relationships with media key stakeholders supporters partners and community leaders
• Brand Management:
  • Ensure consistent brand messaging and visual identity across all communication channels
  • Oversee the development and implementation of brand guidelines
  • Monitor and protect the organizations brand reputation
  • Manage the brand ambassador program
• Digital Communications:
  • Lead the development and execution of digital communication strategies including social media website content and online marketing
  • Ensure effective use of digital platforms to engage with target audiences
• Agency Management:
  • Lead and advise an agency of media relations expert consultants and professionals
  • Manage the communications budget and resources
  • Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the team
• Measurement and Reporting:
  • Develop and implement metrics to measure the effectiveness of communication initiatives
  • Provide regular reports on communication performance to senior leadership
• Travel as needed to media events in-state advocacy events conferences and run/walks
  

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Communications Public Relations Journalism or related field: Masters Degree preferred
• Ten years of experience in senior communication roles with a proven track record of success in delivering high-value media placement and increased brand awareness
• Experience in health industry communications
• Experience with nonprofit and for-profit brands and working with influencers across entertainment and media preferred
• Exceptional at building relationships with established national and local media relationships to build upon
• Media savvy and excellent verbal and written communication skills including poised public speaking presentation and business acumen
• Strong people management skills
• Demonstrated experience in crisis management
• Proficiency in digital communications tools and platforms
• Strong understanding of communication channels and best practices
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations with a calm and capable demeanor
• Outstanding humble team player who displays the utmost professionalism at all times with a passion for making an impact through extensive collaboration and cooperation with teammates across the organization

Preferred Qualifications

• Existing strong national and local media relationships with major outlets
• Experience managing talent influencer and/or ambassador programs
  

Physical Requirements

• Constant use of a computer and other office productivity equipment such as a computer.
• Prolonged periods of a stationary position at least 50% of the time.
• The ability to recognize details at close range for extended periods of time.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas effectively so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
  

One of many reasons to join the ZERO team is because we offer great benefits!

• Flexible (Unlimited) PTO upon completion of probationary period
• 403(b) retirement plan matching
• Employer-paid benefits include: Medical Dental Vision Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability insurance
• FSA/HRA

This role will report directly to the Chief Marketing & Communications Officer to support ZEROs mission and goal of saving lives from prostate cancer.

This position is based remotely and candidates may live in any area within the United States. This position will require nationwide travel approximately 10% of the time.

If youre passionate about our mission and believe you can make an impact we encourage you to applyeven if you dont meet every qualification. We value diverse perspectives and would love to hear from you!

ZERO Prostate Cancer is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees. We encourage BIPOC Veterans individuals with Disabilities and those affected by prostate cancer to apply. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing the application interviewing completing any pre-employment testing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process please direct your inquiries to Human Resources at emailprotected.