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ICF Next · 3 days ago

Senior Manager, Health Communications

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$99K/yr - $203K/yr

7+ years exp

ICF Next is a global advisory and technology services provider committed to making a positive change in the world. They are seeking a Senior Manager for Health Communications to lead high-impact projects that engage diverse audiences and deliver measurable results through strategic communication and marketing campaigns.

Marketing & Advertising

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Oversee a multi-disciplinary team of communications professionals and subject matter experts (SMEs) supporting a high-profile industry-led public awareness campaign

Serve as the lead point of contact for the client responsible for executing requests and managing overall program delivery

Work collaboratively with team leads and SMEs responsible for campaign strategy and delivery and evaluation; work closely with managers to develop and administer budgets, commitments, plans and schedules, staffing, and other contract management requirements

Advise the client on strategic planning for integrated marketing efforts, ensuring alignment with client objectives and priorities

Manage relationships with senior-level clients and industry stakeholders to ensure programmatic success, buy-in, and client satisfaction, adjusting course when needed and maintaining an agile approach to program execution

Oversee and review deliverables and campaign material to ensure quality control and alignment with the client’s vision

Launch and monitor campaign pulses across multiple channels, including digital marketing, social media, paid media, and public relations

Provide regular updates to stakeholders, including team members, clients, or management, on campaign progress and key performance indicators

Prepare post-campaign reports, including detailed analysis of results, lessons learned, and recommendations for future campaigns

Qualification

Public health marketingProject Management ProfessionalCampaign managementMedia buying strategiesPublic relationsClient relationship managementAnalytical skillsProject management toolsEffective communicationOrganizational skillsCreative thinkingTime managementAttention to detailTeam leadership

Required

Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or a relevant field

At least 7 years of experience leading public health marketing and communications efforts, managing large-scale campaigns, outreach and engagement programs

U.S. Citizenship required (required by our clients for the position)

Preferred

Ability and experience communicating effectively (speaking and writing) to diverse audiences to convey public health-related processes, problems, and solutions

Project Management Professional (PMP) or related certifications

Master's degree in communications, public health, social sciences, business, or associated disciplines a plus

Experience with public health program/project management (with a focus on topics such as maternal and child health, emergency services, program member recruitment and retention, substance abuse prevention, mental health support, and XYZ)

Knowledge of Texas Health and Human Services Commission and Texas Department of State Health Services culture and processes

Experience with earned media and press operations, issues management

Experience with media buying and paid social strategies

Experience working in an agency environment or with clients

Prior award-winning campaign experience a plus