Manager, Leadership Communications

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We are a purpose-driven nonprofit with a dynamic staff culture. With a meaningful purpose, motivated staff, and excellent benefits, working here will definitely have you smiling! The ADA’s headquarters is located just steps from Chicago’s Magnificent Mile and close to public transportation. With more than 400 colleagues, the ADA Staff are some of the most talented people in the Chicago, Washington D.C., and Maryland area.

We were named a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune in 2019 and 2021! Come join our team!

Job Responsibilities:

The Manager, Leadership Communications drives, defines, and develops the ADA’s thought leadership communications platform to amplify the voices of ADA key opinion leaders and advance the ADA’s reputation as a trusted leader in global health care. This role strategically spearheads the end-to-end execution of communications strategies, plans, and materials in support of a multi-year thought leadership program to raise brand visibility and increase the organization’s credibility and global presence with stakeholders in oral and overall health.

This is a high-profile, high-volume role that works with leaders across various levels of the organization but has a keen focus on one-on-one content support for the ADA President, President-Elect, and Executive Director. This role also manages special communications campaigns targeted to ADA volunteers and governance bodies, along with tripartite executive leadership.

Must Have:

• BS/BA in communications, journalism, or related field
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in/with corporate, government, non-profit, or association communications, including at least two years of executive-level speechwriting and/or ghostwriting experience; OR 9 years’ experience in lieu of degree
• Excellent speechwriting and written communication skills
• Strategic thinking and tactical expertise along with project management, creative thinking, storytelling, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of digital and social media landscape
• Ability to contribute as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and key staff, direct successful leadership communication campaigns, translate strategy along with technical information into clear and engaging communications across multiple channels
• Ability to take initiative, work autonomously as needed, collaborate with colleagues with accountability and follow-through, plus an ability to juggle multiple priorities and projects in a deadline-driven environment
• Ability to adapt to fast-moving situations and be well-prepared with materials to support busy executives who have complex travel schedules
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and communicate with tact, diplomacy, and confidence
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Some evening/weekend work: attend officer speaking engagements as occasionally assigned.

Nice to Have:

• Experience in dentistry, health care, or science-based professions
• Agency or client-oriented work experience
• Public relations background

Just a Few of the Benefits Offered to Employees:

• Promotes Work/Life Balance
• Hybrid Work Schedule (2-3 days from home)
• Health insurance/ dental reimbursement plan
• Ample Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Pension
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Student Loan Refinance
• 2 days off to work at a charity event of your choice

The American Dental Association is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

The American Dental Association is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [email protected].

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(a) in response to a formal complaint or charge,
(b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or
(c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
41 CFR 60-1.35(c)