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AMERICAN SOCIETY OF ADDICTION MEDICINE INC

Manager/Senior Manager, Communications

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF ADDICTION MEDICINE INC, Rockville, Maryland, us, 20849


The Manager/Senior Manager of Communications will be a dynamic and experienced communications professional who can advance ASAM's communication efforts, igniting momentum and amplifying the organization's voice and impact. The Manager/Senior Manager will collaborate with the Chief Advocacy Officer to strategize and execute communication plans, media relations, grassroots and digital advocacy initiatives, and messaging. The Manager/Senior Manager will be a strategic thinker with a strong background in public affairs, preferably within the healthcare, nonprofit, or government sectors.Responsibilities/Duties:Strategic Communications Planning

Develop, implement, and evaluate strategic communication plans to support ASAM's initiatives, engaging stakeholders, media, policymakers, and the public on key addiction issues.Propose proactive strategies to address emerging issues in addiction and effectively communicate the potential impact on ASAM, its members, and their patients.Messaging

Craft compelling messages that resonate with diverse audiences and ensure consistency in the messaging across various communication channels (e.g., press releases, social media, the advocacy e-newsletter, and website content).Draft and/or edit press releases, statements, media pitches and talking points, advocacy webpage content, social media posts, op-eds, Congressional briefing materials, and letters to the editor.Assist with synthesizing complex public policy information into clear and concise communication materials, such as briefs, white papers, legislative one-pagers, and reports, aimed at raising awareness and influencing decision-makers.Coordinate with ASAM's marketing team to integrate messaging into ASAM's marketing strategy.Media Relations

Cultivate relationships with media outlets, reporters, and influencers to raise awareness of ASAM's priorities and promote coverage of key issues and initiatives.Field media inquiries, research the reporter's history, identify media source reach, make arrangements (coordinate scheduling and logistics) for interviews with ASAM subject matter experts.Provide daily morning news clips to key ASAM leadership and continuously monitor for and circulate media coverage.Identify and draft media pitch opportunities to enhance ASAM initiatives.Research, build, and maintain targeted list of select reporters and media outlets that cover addiction for targeted pitching.Research new opportunities for media placement.Maintain a list of ASAM media coverage related to addiction, including story name, date, link, media type, and impressions for monthly reporting purposes.Grassroots & Issue Advocacy

Develop and manage online advocacy campaigns to support federal advocacy topics.Report on metrics from grassroots campaigns.Support letter to editor and in-district meeting campaigns for grasstops members related to federal policy priorities.Assist in the planning and execution of advocacy events, including congressional briefings, lobby days, and stakeholder meetings.Position RequirementsRequired Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public health, public policy, political science or a related field.Minimum 2 years of demonstrated experience in public affairs.Knowledge of healthcare policies, regulations, and the broader healthcare landscape.Experience working on Capitol Hill or with professional societies or associations.Skills and Abilities:Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong attention to detail and accuracy.Demonstrated ability to develop and implement successful communication strategies.Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, social media platforms, and content management systems.Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively, efficiently, and professionally with individuals at all levels of the organization.Resourcefulness and creativity are valued.Team player with a positive attitude, enthusiastic energy, perseverance, and ability to have fun while working hard with team members.Relationships with Capitol Hill health policy reporters considered a substantial plus.ASAM is proud to be honored with the Sloan Award for Excellence in Workplace Effectiveness and Flexibility for its use of flexibility and other aspects of workplace effectiveness as a workplace strategy to increase business and employee success. ASAM was one of eight organizations and the only association to be recognized in the state of Maryland.ASAM provides equal opportunity to all staff. No person shall be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, physical handicaps, marital status, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, political affiliation, or any other category that is protected by federal or state law.Full-Time/Part-Time:

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Manager/Senior Manager, CommunicationsExempt/Non-Exempt:

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7/16/2024About the Organization:

Make sure to apply quickly in order to maximise your chances of being considered for an interview Read the complete job description below.The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) is a medical professional society of more than 7,000 members with a total staff of 50+ and a $10M annual operating budget. It is an energetic, fast-paced organization with multi-faceted opportunities in the area of addiction medicine.EOE Statement:

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.This position is currently accepting applications.

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