International Society of Travel Medicine ISTM · 2 days ago

Executive Director

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Remote

Director/Executive

$175K/yr - $195K/yr

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Responsibilities

Partner closely with the Executive Board to provide consistent guidance and stability through changes in Executive Board leadership, ensuring continuity in strategic vision and priorities.

Enable the Board to focus on high-level decision-making by proactively identifying emerging issues, delivering in-depth information and analysis, and facilitating discussions that lead to clear, actionable outcomes with timely follow-up.

Collaborate with the Executive Board to develop and implement a comprehensive strategic plan that positions ISTM for sustainable growth. Oversee the execution of strategic priorities across all levels, ensuring initiatives are well-coordinated and aligned with ISTM’s mission and positioning in the field.

Serve as the staff liaison to key committees, including the Nominations Committee, Research Awards Committee, and the Fellows of ISTM Committee. Review the strategy and alignment of staff liaisons for all eleven committees, three professional groups, and eight special interest groups. Oversee accreditation requirements and reporting.

Oversee the annual budget and manage existing revenue streams while actively identifying and cultivating new, diversified funding sources to secure ISTM’s long-term financial health. Continuously assess the travel medicine landscape to identify and capitalize on key gaps and opportunities.

Lead the development of new initiatives that balance financial performance with mission impact, anticipating and adapting to the evolving needs of the travel medicine community and adjacent sectors to foster sustainable growth and resilience.

Provide leadership and hands-on efforts in the planning, direction, and management of the biennial conference; working with the Scientific Program Committee to maintain ISTM’s high standards and best practices, anticipating future trends, needs, and requirements, and adapting plans responsive to internal and external opportunities and challenges.

Embrace a broader view of travel medicine and expand ISTM’s global presence by attracting diverse membership and fostering non-member engagement from all regions of the world.

Demonstrate curiosity and cultural sensitivity to understand and address the varied needs and expectations of international members, recognizing regional differences in travel medicine practice and research that may offer opportunities as well as challenges.

Pursue initiatives to engage and support audiences in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) where travel medicine is emerging, with sensitivity to economic and cultural differences.

Oversee efforts to understand and address the unique needs of those who deliver pre- and post-travel care across various settings and regions of the world.

Guide the development of targeted messaging and valuable resources, including events, educational tools, and relevant credentialing opportunities, to ensure members see clear value in ISTM membership and are equipped to deliver improved care.

Drive strategies that enhance the member experience, positioning ISTM as a trusted professional home, fostering loyalty, and encouraging continued engagement.

Lead ISTM’s dedicated professional office staff by fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. Identify and implement team engagement strategies, including the potential for periodic in-person retreats to strengthen team connection and mission alignment.

Mentor the team, clearly defining roles and responsibilities, establishing a performance review process, and providing opportunities for professional growth and development.

Guide the team in implementing strategic initiatives, setting clear expectations, and cultivating a culture of accountability, adaptability, and continuous improvement.

Identify, cultivate, and sustain relationships with mission-aligned partners across the travel medicine sector, adjacent fields (the travel industry, travel insurance, evacuation services, etc.), the broader nonprofit community, and government agencies, leveraging both public and private collaborations to drive revenue through sponsorships, philanthropic support, memberships, and events.

Serve as a strategic advocate and ambassador for ISTM, actively working to elevate the organization’s visibility and influence within the field and positioning ISTM as a leading voice in global travel health.

Qualification

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Required

Proven experience as a senior leader (C-suite, VP, CEO, or Executive Director) within a membership society in fields such as healthcare, medical science, infectious disease, travel health, clinical education, or related research, ideally within a global or cross-cultural organization.

Demonstrated experience leading initiatives in international or cross-cultural contexts, with an understanding of diverse regional needs and practices.

In-depth knowledge of core functional areas, including governance, membership growth, event management, sponsorship development, and strategic partnerships, with a record of success in achieving growth in these areas.

Proven ability to lead and develop a remote team of 8-9 members, fostering a high-performance culture and optimizing team resources to achieve organizational objectives.