Summary
Description
The IASLC is committed to use its unique position to promote comprehensive public health policies – locally, regionally, and internationally – to reduce the rising impact of lung cancer on people and societies around the world. The Director, Global Policy and Programs leads the IASLC’s expanding portfolio of global health policy initiatives, designed to transform lung cancer outcomes worldwide. In this role, the Director will work closely with IASLC leadership, volunteer experts, and international partners (WHO, UICC, ministries of health, regional societies, and NGOs) to translate science into evidence-based policies, expand public policy advocacy efforts, and implement impactful programs that reduce the global burden of lung cancer.
The Director, Global Policy and Programs reports to the Chief Development Officer. This full-time, exempt position has supervisory responsibility and works a hybrid schedule based at our Denver, Colorado office. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
In this role, you will:
- Work closely with IASLC leadership, members, external partners, and other collaborators to develop and implement global health policy strategy and policy advocacy initiatives that advance the mission of improving lung cancer outcomes worldwide.
- Serve as the primary staff liaison to the IASLC Global Policy and Partnerships Committee, whose purpose is to identify strategic opportunities, develop actionable policy priorities, and implement global health policy initiatives that address critical issues across the lung cancer care continuum.
- Support committee members as they translate IASLC scientific research and health policy reports into actionable public policy priorities, create lung health advocacy tools, and develop global engagement strategies.
- Monitor global health policy developments relevant to lung cancer, oncology and public health systems, and identify opportunities for IASLC engagement.
- Support the development and dissemination of position statements, public health policy briefs, reports, and policy advocacy resources to inform policymakers and health system leaders around the world.
- Oversee the launch and ongoing management of the Global Council, a new opportunity to broaden international representation in the IASLC, in close collaboration with the Global Programs Coordinator.
- Manage and expand the IASLC’s society partnership program, including partnerships with national and regional thoracic oncology societies and related cancer or public health organizations, global policy advocacy groups, and other strategic partners aligned with the IASLC’s mission.
- Supervise and mentor the Global Programs Coordinator to ensure excellent performance, effective collaboration, accountability, and career development.
- Facilitate effective collaboration with internal teams and committees to integrate policy priorities into IASLC conferences, publications, committee initiatives, and global programs.
A successful candidate will have the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in public policy, public health, global health, international relations, or a related field required.
- At least seven (7) years of direct experience in public policy, global health, advocacy, managing strategic partnerships, or nonprofit program leadership.
- At least three (3) years of management experience, including hiring, training and managing staff.
- Previous experience in developing or executing public health policies.
- Positive and proactive leadership, project management, strategic planning, and team management skills.
- Demonstrated experience developing and managing strategic partnerships or collaborative initiatives.
- Professional written and verbal communication skills, including experience writing or producing public policy or health advocacy materials, policy statements, and reports.
- Strong diplomatic, facilitation, and cross-cultural communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships and work effectively with a broad range of people from different levels and diverse cultures and backgrounds.
- Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, as needed.
- Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
- Multilingual literacy/fluency and/or international work experience a plus.
What makes the IASLC the place for you?
- A meaningful mission. Your work will support global efforts to find effective treatments for lung cancer, one of the most prevalent and deadly forms of cancer worldwide.
- Opportunity to work with leading physicians and researchers. You will meet and promote the activities of the world’s brightest minds in the field of thoracic oncology and exciting new scientific advancements.
- A positive work culture. Our people make the IASLC a special place to work. We are committed to living out our company values at all levels on a daily basis.
- Belong to a collaborative team. Our small team creates a lot of magic through our collaborative approach to work. Your work will provide many opportunities to work cross-functionally across the organization.
- Great employee benefits. Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance benefits. We also offer a generous 401(k) match, paid vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and other perks. In addition, some positions will have opportunities to travel domestically and internationally.
- Compensation. $110,00-120,000 annually, depending on applicable work experience and education.
- Hybrid work schedule. Employees are based in our Denver office and are allowed to work remotely 3 days per week.
We believe the best solutions come from diverse teams. We strive to have an environment where everyone has an opportunity to be successful regardless of any lawfully protected status.
TO APPLY: Applications must be submitted via our website, www.iaslc.org at IASLC Careers. Cover letter and resume or CV are required for consideration. Complete job description available on IASLC website.
