The American Hospital Association (AHA) is a national organization that represents and serves all types of hospitals, health care networks, and their patients and communities. The AHA has two main offices, located in Washington, D.C. and Chicago. We are currently seeking a Senior Associate Director, Media Relations, for our Washington, DC office. This position is a hybrid role (three days in the office, two days working remote).
Starting base salary = $95,000 – $118,000 a year (commensurate with related experience).
The Senior Associate Director, Media Relations creates and implements a variety of media relations and communication strategies in support of the Association’s efforts in advocacy and representation. The incumbent is part of a collaborative team working with all departments of the AHA to enhance public awareness of the AHA, its members and work.
- Serve as a spokesperson on behalf of the Association’s members. Respond to numerous inquiries from the media in an accurate and timely manner, exercising good independent judgment and discretion at all times.
- Take initiative to propose, write and edit clear, concise, and effective communications via statements, releases, talking points, op-eds, digital content and other thought leadership to advance AHA’s advocacy efforts.
- Think strategically and creatively to develop communications to proactively tell the hospital story to different external audiences including media, influencers and consumers.
- Plan and implement strategies for communicating AHA’s legislative and regulatory priorities and reporting on the media coverage around it.
- Prepare AHA senior staff, board members and members for media interviews.
- Build and maintain relationships with reporters. Work with state association public relations executives to support major media issues and initiatives.
- Manage projects and issue areas with independence.
BENEFITS
We offer an excellent total compensation package, which includes medical/dental coverage (PPO/HMO), vision care, life insurance, short and long-term disability plans, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, paid vacation/holidays/sick days, wellness programs and more!
The American Hospital Association (AHA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We will provide reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call (312) 422-3000 and ask for the Director, Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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