The OSUCCC James Communications and Marketing Department is responsible for the overall brand management and communications and marketing initiatives on behalf of Ohio States cancer program. This includes, but is not limited to, communication of vision, programs and services of the cancer program to faculty, staff, referring physicians, cancer researchers, donors and the public on a local, regional, national and international basis. The OSUCCC James Communications and Marketing Department works collaboratively with The Ohio State University Communications Department and The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Strategic Marketing and Communications Department to assure alignment and coordination with key messages and program initiatives.

Position Summary

The marketing consultant position supports the goals of James Development through the successful creation and implementation of marketing and communications plans. This position also supports the cancer-related goals that are a part of the larger Wexner Medical Center marketing, communications and digital strategy plan.

In collaboration with the senior marketing consultant, the marketing consultant develops and manages strategic marketing plans that directly contribute to the successful achievement of James Developments goals. The marketing plan, strategies and tactics include concepts, design, production, content development and execution of all marketing and collateral materials. In addition to managing projects, this position manages vendors, freelancers and students necessary to complete the work. This position works closely with cancer program marketing and communications colleagues to identify opportunities and to integrate the donor audience into existing marketing and communications projects. This position collaborates closely with the James Development team to determine the marketing needs for a variety of initiatives, events and programs as well as collaborates with key areas of the Wexner Medical Center marketing, communications and digital team to ensure multichannel marketing tactics are successful. This person will need to develop a thorough understanding of the entire cancer program, its product lines, business plans and James Development plans as well as the overarching Wexner Medical Center strategic plan.

This position will assist in managing the communications and marketing of multiple high-profile events such as Pelotonia, Ohio States superpeloton Team Buckeye, Breath of Hope, Block Lectureship, Block Memorial Tournament, Buckeye Cruise for Cancer, Steps for Sarcoma, Mac and Cheese Festival, Harvest of Hope and the cancer community partner groups that generate millions of dollars for the cancer program and touch tens of thousands of people annually. In addition, this position must execute plans that show the impact of the funds raised through a variety of strategies and tactics. Success in this position is demonstrated through proficiency the implementation of marketing plans and tactics that meet client objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing or related area
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in a communications, marketing or related role
• Experience working with donor groups or audiences a plus
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Detail-oriented and strong organization skills
• Strong client, project and vendor management skills

Ongoing:

• Excellent writing and communication skills with superb attention to detail
• Highly developed problem-solving and critical decision-making skills
• Proactive; self-motivated; has initiative
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload
• Ability to work cross-functionally
• Energetic creative thinker

Our Comprehensive Employee Benefits Include:

• An array of retirement plan options, each with a generous employer contribution.
• Affordable health insurance options, including dental, vision and prescription coverage that begin on day one.
• Paid vacation and sick leave, including short and long-term disability and paid parental leave.
• Get the most out of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• And much more!

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About The Ohio State University

The Ohio State University is a dynamic community of diverse resources, where opportunity thrives and where individuals transform themselves and the world. Founded in 1870, Ohio State is a world-class public research university and the leading comprehensive teaching and research institution in the state of Ohio. With more than 63,000 students (including 57,000 in Columbus), the Wexner Medical Center, 14 colleges, 80 centers and 175 majors, the university offers its students tremendous breadth and depth of opportunity in the liberal arts, the sciences and the professions.

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