Links Global seeks a highly skilled and motivated Project Manager with extensive experience in marketing communication and social sciences research, with a focus on health communication.
The Project Manager will lead and oversee all aspects of a marketing communication project, including project design and execution, on-time delivery, and adherence to quality standards.
The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of managing complex projects to effectively communicate with diverse audiences, and experience managing federal agencies or organizations focusing on health communication projects.
The position offers an opportunity to make a lasting impact by supporting public awareness, education, and outreach efforts to promote the prevention and treatment of diseases such as obesity and type 2 diabetes.
Qualifications: At least 7 years of project management experience in marketing communications, with a focus on disease prevention and management.
Demonstrated expertise in managing diverse and complex marketing communication, and social sciences research projects involving multiple stakeholders.
Strong understanding of marketing principles, social sciences research, audience segmentation, data-driven optimization, digital and social media marketing, and health communication strategies.
Key Responsibilities and Tasks: Develop and execute comprehensive communication plans aligned with project objectives.
Direct behavioral and social communication research.
Oversee the development of marketing communication materials, ensuring they meet quality standards and are culturally and linguistically appropriate for diverse audiences.
Coordinate media buy and knowledge dissemination activities.
Lead cross-functional project teams, providing guidance, direction, and support to ensure successful project execution.
Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement appropriate mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
Liaise with clients and stakeholders to understand project requirements and provide regular updates on project status and performance.
Collaborate with subject matter experts, content creators, and designers to develop impactful marketing materials.
Establish and maintain effective communication channels with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth project coordination.
Examples of Relevant Employment History and Accomplishments: Led successful marketing communications campaigns promoting disease prevention and management.
Proven achievements that resulted in behavior change.
Managed federal government marketing communications contracts, achieving high-performance marks and meeting or exceeding all contract deliverables.
Coordinated and executed complex events and public outreach activities, reaching diverse communities and underrepresented populations.
Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Social Sciences Research, Public Relations, or a related field.
Master's degree preferred.
Skills: Excellent project management skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong leadership and team management capabilities to lead cross-functional teams effectively.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with diverse audiences and stakeholders.
Proficiency in social sciences research, marketing communication principles, data analysis, digital marketing strategies, media placement, knowledge dissemination, dissemination and stakeholder engagement.
Detail-oriented and organized approach to project planning and execution.
Provide Sample Work of Marketing Communication Experience: Non-communicable disease prevention and management campaigns targeting.
Health awareness initiatives.
Social science research studies.
Messaging and strategic communication targeted to the prevention and management of non-communicable diseases such as obesity and type 2 diabetes.
Communication materials and products.
Strategic communication plans.
Media placement plans and reports, for both paid and earned media Provide Samples of Relevant Expertise Communicating with Diverse Audiences: Developing culturally and linguistically appropriate communication materials for diverse populations.
Messaging plan targeted to audience segments.
Stakeholders engagement plans and achievement reports.
Note: Please submit a detailed resume (a minimum of 3-5 pages), provide contact information for professional references, and include a cover letter stating interest and commitment/availability in the position good at least through December 30, 2023.