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Communications Manager
CLIENT ASSOCIATION: American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion, ABCP
POSITION(S) REPORTS TO: Senior Certification Manager, ABCP
POSITION(S) THAT REPORT TO YOU: N/A
EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT EMPLOYEE STATUS: Exempt (Minimum of 37.5 hours/week)
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) is one of EDI's certification clients. As Communications Manager, you will play a key role in shaping the organization's external presence and internal communications strategy alongside a small team of dedicated professionals. This position is responsible for developing and manage comprehensive communication plans and timelines to serve both the perfusion community and ABCP certificants. You will write on behalf of ABCP leadership, oversee website strategy and content, submit timely articles and announcements, and track the impact of communications initiatives. This role also includes the preparation of presentations for Board members and other stakeholders, strengthening engagement through purposeful and strategic messaging.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES (Minimum of 37.5 hours/week):
- Create, manage, and execute a comprehensive communication plan with timelines, objectives, and measurable outcomes;
- Write and edit communications on behalf of ABCP leadership, including statements, announcements, and articles;
- Lead website content strategy: generate new content, guide development initiatives, ensure timely updates, and monitor performance;
- Develop and submit articles, announcements, and updates to relevant publications or partners;
- Coordinate and prepare presentations and speaking points for Board of Directors members and leadership team;
- Track, analyze, and report on the impact of communications campaigns and digital engagement initiatives;
- Maintain and update Booklet of Information and Policies & Procedures in conjunction with the Board of Directors and committee chairs
- Explore and research methods to improve engagement within the perfusion community;
- Plan logistics and contracts for Board meetings including hotel, registration, transportation, technology and audio visual (this is handled by Ellie, should we keep this on this role?)
- Provide general administrative support and serve as a staff liaison for assigned committees including scheduling conference calls, drafting agendas, minutes, maintaining computer and paper files, drafting letters, preparing mass communications;
- Assist ABCP with annual board election process including the solicitation of nominees and providing nominee information to the current board
- Create and administer annual electronic survey and assess feedback
- Maintain calendar of events with CEU approved meetings
- Liaise with state licensing organizations and verification requests;
- Assist with certificant phone and email inquiries and requests;
- Assist with in maintaining ABCP certification and committee databases;
- Attend designated in-person board meetings and take meeting minutes;
- Maintain systems for use by committees and Board;
- Handle invoices and payments, after Executive Director's signed approval; (handled by Ellie)
- Provide backup for the Senior Certification Manager when needed;
- Other duties as assigned.
AMOUNT OF TRAVEL REQUIRED:
Approximately 3-7 days per year.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent professional experience in related field. Certification, marketing and/or communication experience preferred. Oral, written, organizational and proofreading skills essential.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Lifting 20 - 30 lbs. may occasionally be required
*This position is located in downtown Milwaukee, WI and a minimum of two days onsite in the office (including Wednesday as an all-staff-in-office day) are a requirement of the role.
*Please apply to the role that best aligns to your experience and qualifications. We'll discuss your interests and possible opportunities during an initial phone interview. (No need to apply to multiple opportunities.) |
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