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This is a remote, home-based position. candidates from all US geographies will be considered.

Under the direction of the VP, National Roundtables & Coalitions, the strategic director provides thought leadership and strategy development for the American Cancer Society National Breast Cancer Roundtable (ACS NBCRT) in breast cancer care delivery and innovation. In addition to strategy development, the strategic director oversees planning, implementation, and evaluation of ACS NBCRT priority initiatives and projects that span the breast cancer continuum from screening, diagnosis, treatment, and supportive care.

The strategic director provides leadership support to the volunteer-led roundtable and facilitates and supports strategic decision-making by working with and through the ACS NBCRT Tri-Chairs and Steering Committee as well as providing leadership support to the ACS NBCRT priority task groups, standing committees, and ad hoc committees. The strategic director recruits, cultivates, and manages high-level volunteers including leading clinical and scientific subject matters experts and leaders of academic institutions, cancer centers, community cancer centers, patient advocacy organizations, governmental agencies, private sector organizations, and corporations. This position identifies emerging science and trends, translating applied research, formulating science-based public health strategies, and builds external partnerships to advance the ACS mission, across the breast cancer continuum.

This position will provide strategic direction, collaborating with ACS and ACS CAN team members, managing a team, and oversees implementation of breast cancer activities related to the ACS NBCRT and its national strategic plan. The strategic director represents ACS externally through collaborative initiatives and national, regional, and state conferences, workgroups, and meetings. The strategic director work closely with the VP and ACS development colleagues to establish cases for support and present funding opportunities to support the development of this portfolio of work.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops strategy and programming to advance breast cancer priority initiatives and projects for the roundtable.
• With key ACS and roundtable leaders, develops and ensures the implementation of the roundtable’s strategic plan and communicates progress on the implementation of the plan.
• Recruits and manages key leadership volunteer roles of the roundtable including the Tri-Chairs, Steering Committee, priority task group chairs, and standing committees as well as organizational and corporate member representatives.
• Oversees the roundtable’s membership recruitment and management processes.
• Supervises, directs, and evaluates the work of the NBCRT Program Manager.
• Ensures the development and implementation of a communications plan to keep roundtable leaders, members, funders, and other key stakeholders informed of the roundtable priority initiatives and impact. Develops and maintains website and communications systems as needed.
• Works with and across the Business Unit on data collection, tracking and reporting of the Pillar Metrics and in support of the roundtable evaluation plan.
• Oversees the planning and implementation of in-person and virtual events and committee/task group meetings ranging in size from 12 to 200 attendees.
• Monitors science and trends, emerging issues, and best practices across the breast cancer care continuum.
• Monitors the external landscape in breast cancer screening, diagnosis, and care delivery to inform strategy development and new opportunities.
• Builds relationships across the Patient Support, Discovery, and Advocacy Pillars as well as with Development team members to ensure alignment and coordination.
• With ACS development team members, develops and writes cases for support and proposals for sponsorship and grant funding.
• With NBCRT leadership volunteers and enterprise team members, develops scientific publications, position papers, and policy documents. Develops and delivers professional presentations.
• Works closely with the Patient Support Business Operations team to manage and oversee the NBCRT budget.
• Conducts special projects and initiatives as needed.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

FORMAL KNOWLEDGE:     

• Master's or PhD in health-related field, including MPH or clinical degree (MSN, MSW) [preferred] or requisite experience in health care delivery settings with related undergraduate degree (e.g., RN, BSW). Experience in breast cancer science, clinical delivery, administration, public health work, or research preferred.
• Robust experience in planning and implementing collaborative initiatives.  
• Formal breast cancer knowledge and related work experience strongly preferred.
• Established network within the breast cancer community.

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS:   

ACS Leadership Competencies:

• People-First Mindset: Demonstrates genuine care of ACS's people by providing meaningful work, offering opportunities for progression and professional development, and valuing work-life balance for all team members. Works to ensure every employee feels respected and that the organization cares for them individually.
• Leadership Courage: Stepping up to address tough organizational issues and delivers messages clearly, directly, and respectfully; Demonstrates conviction and courage to do what's right.
• Organizational Savvy: Demonstrates a clear understanding of organizational culture and effectively navigates comfortably through complex company dynamics and champions organization initiatives.
• Strategic Mindset: Leverages the organization’s capabilities to deliver impactful results, seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies.
• Business Knowledge: Applying business knowledge and industry best practices to advance the organization’s goals and inform data-driven decision making.
• Accountability: Holds self and team accountable for outcomes and achieving high standards; Proactively communicates status of work progress.

Other Skills:

• Demonstrated skill in developing and implementing strategy through coalitions and other high-level collaborations.
• Demonstrated skill in agenda development and meeting facilitation, both in-person and virtual settings.
• Demonstrated skill in directing and managing programs, team members, and volunteers.
• Demonstrated skill in managing complex budgets with multiple funding sources.
• Ability to manage internal and external stakeholders and partners.
• Outstanding interpersonal, relationship management and communication skills, including public speaking, written communication, and proposal development.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.
• Ability to effectively manage and facilitate committees, task groups.
• Ability to effectively manage staff.

SPECIAL MENTAL OR PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Remote work location with required travel for in-person meetings and events.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/GIVEN

DIRECT SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

VP, National Roundtables and Coalitions

DIRECT SUPERVISION GIVEN: 

Program Manager, National Breast Cancer Roundtable

CONTACTS

INTERNAL CONTACTS:

ACS Team Members in Patient Support Pillar, ACS CAN, development, marketing and communications, finance and strategy

EXTERNAL CONTACTS:      

ACS NBCRT Tri-Chairs, Steering Committee, Priority Task Groups, member organizations, corporate sponsors, CDC, NCI

The starting rate is $100,000 to $110,000. The final candidate's relevant experience/skills will be considered before an offer is extended. Actual starting pay will vary based on non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education.

The American Cancer Society has adopted a vaccination policy that requires all staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (except where prohibited by state law).

ACS provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills. Further details on our benefits can be found on our careers site at: jobs.cancer.org/benefits. We are a proud equal opportunity employer.