International Assn. for the Study of Lung Cancer - Chief Marketing & Membership Officer (CMMO) at International Assn. for the Study of Lung Cancer

Job Summary: 

The Chief Marketing and Membership Officer (CMMO) is  a dynamic, strategic, and globally minded leader who will advance how  the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) connects  with and grows its worldwide community. Guided by our mission, vision, and  strategic plan, the CMMO will drive innovative marketing and membership approaches  that elevate the IASLC visibility and brand resulting in membership expansion and  enhanced member value across the globe.

As a key member of the executive leadership team, this  role offers the opportunity to shape the organization’s global impact in  thoracic oncology.  The Chief Marketing & Membership Officer reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and has supervisory and budget responsibility. This full-time, exempt position is based in our downtown Denver, Colorado office on a hybrid work schedule. 

Essential Functions:

• Lead  strategy development for global marketing/communications and membership  growth, setting the overarching  direction, priorities, and performance goals that drive increased visibility,  engagement, and member value that aligns with our three strategic pillars of  Collaborative Science, Global Education and Promoting Access to Multidisciplinary  Care with tailored approaches for high-priority regions, LMICs, early-career  professionals, and underrepresented disciplines.
• Provide  leadership and supervision for Marketing & Communications, Membership, and  Journals with a focus on building and sustaining departments of excellence. 
• Align  and integrate membership,  marketing/communications, and journal initiatives to strengthen the IASLC  brand and enhance the overall member experience worldwide.
• Provide strategic stewardship of departmental budgets, ensuring prudent  financial management, effective resource allocation, and alignment of  marketing and membership investments with organizational priorities.
• Ensure that all departments follow organizational  procedures and adhere to Board-approved budgets.
• Guide  and empower the department heads to  execute and be accountable for high-quality, data-driven programs and  campaigns, ensuring alignment with IASLC’s strategic objectives.
• Oversee measurement and accountability, defining  departmental success metrics and  evaluating outcomes to continuously refine strategy and performance.
• Manage  external contracts and consulting relationships, including contracts and consultants providing services to both medical  journals, Journal of Thoracic Oncology (JTO) and JTO Clinical and  Research Reports (JTO CRR).
• Champion  innovation and collaboration across  all IASLC departments to ensure marketing and membership strategies support  broader organizational goals in education, science, and global policy.
• As a member of the executive leadership team, contribute  to organizational strategy, long-range planning, and decision making that  strengthen the IASLC’s future growth and expansion as our global vision is  realized.
• Serve as a role model, setting high standards  of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork that inspire staff and advance  organizational goals.
• Lead, mentor, empower, and evaluate the performance  of a high-performing, professional team.
• Build and promote a culture of mutual respect,  grounded in the IASLC Mission and Core Values, that supports and rewards  collaboration, learning, accountability, and initiative.
• Ensure that the IASLC adheres to best business practices  and operates in compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and  standards.
• Represent  the IASLC, serving as a  key spokesperson and cultivating connections that expand the organization’s  reach and reputation.
• Represent the IASLC at official functions and events as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 10+ years of professional management experience with  at least 5 years of executive experience in a high-performing organization, preferably  a nonprofit organization or association.
• Graduate degree in Business, Marketing, Communications,  Nonprofit Management, Healthcare Marketing, or a related field.
• Expertise in marketing and communications,  including digital strategies and global campaigns.
• Experience in developing and executing membership  growth and retention strategies.
• Proven ability to effectively build, lead, and manage  high-performing teams.
• Strong interpersonal  and cross-cultural communication skills and experience working with diverse,  international stakeholders.
• Executive-level communication and influencing  skills with the ability to listen effectively, resolve issues, build consensus  among groups of diverse internal/external stakeholders, and skillfully  negotiate and mediate conflict.
• Expertise in financial management, managing complex  budgets, and leading at the executive level.
• Exceptional personal integrity demonstrated strong  work ethic, and proactive customer/member service approach.
• Ability to  travel domestically and internationally in support of IASLC scientific and  educational activities and meetings as required.
   

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Previous work in a global medical society, nonprofit association, or  mission-driven organization strongly preferred. 
• Familiarity with field of oncology or  medical/scientific terminology.
• Certified Association Professional (CAE)  certification would be advantageous.
• International business experience.
• Multilingual skills.
   

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• A deep commitment to the mission of the IASLC and  compassion for those living with a lung cancer diagnosis.
• Alignment with the CEO’s vision for the  organization with the ability to communicate, operationalize, and realize  strategic goals.
• Ability to lead organizational change with a keen  sense for achieving enduring results and through a process that strengthens  trust and relationships.
• Proven ability to lead by example with an open,  inclusive, collaborative management style.
• Demonstrate a strong sense of collegiality,  cooperation, perceptiveness, and agility in a changing environment. 
• Innovative, flexible, and open to new perspectives,  with an ability to thrive in an environment of change and growth.
• Business acumen and short and long-range planning  skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills  that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple assignments seamlessly  with excellent follow-through and attention to detail
• Intercultural sensitivity and communication skills.
• Ability to build meaningful connections and strong  collaborative relationships with stakeholders at all levels across a global  organization.
• Excellent presentation public speaking, verbal  communication skills; superior writing skills.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit at computer/desk for extended  periods.
• Multiday travel to domestic and international  locations as required.

Work Environment:

• Moderate noise level.
• Extensive use of computers, virtual conferencing,  and telephone.
• Hybrid work schedule. In office 3-4 days per week.

Benefits: 

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, long- and short-term disability, EAP, flexible spending accounts, paid vacation and sick time,12 paid holidays, professional development.

Compensation: $200,000-210,000 annually commensurate with related experience

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