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Under the direction of the VP, National Roundtables & Coalitions, the strategic director provides thought leadership and strategic development for the American Cancer Society National Prostate Cancer Roundtable (ACS NPCRT) in prostate cancer care delivery and innovation. In addition to strategic development, the strategic director oversees planning, implementation, and evaluation of ACS NPCRT priority initiatives and projects that span the prostate 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 NPCRT Tri-Chairs and Steering Committee as well as providing leadership support to the ACS NPCRT 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 prostate cancer continuum.
This position will provide strategic direction, collaborating with ACS and ACS CAN team members, managing a team, and oversees implementation of prostate cancer activities related to the ACS NPCRT 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 prostate 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 NPCRT 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 prostate cancer care continuum.
• Monitors the external landscape in prostate 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 NPCRT 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 NPCRT 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 prostate cancer science, clinical delivery, administration, public health work, or research preferred.
• Robust experience in planning and implementing collaborative initiatives.
• Formal prostate cancer knowledge and related work experience strongly preferred.
• Established network within the prostate cancer community.

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS:
Demonstrates 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:
Vice President, National Roundtables & Coalitions
DIRECT SUPERVISION GIVEN:
Program Manager, National Prostate Cancer Roundtable
CONTACTS
INTERNAL CONTACTS:
ACS Roundtables & Coalitions Business Unit, PS Pillar, Fundraising partners, ACS CAN
ACS finance and grants management staff, business operations teams
EXTERNAL CONTACTS:
ACS NPCRT Executive Leaders, Steering Committee, Priority Task Groups, member organizations, corporate sponsors, CDC, NCI, to name a few.
The starting rate is $XX to $XX. 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.