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Vice President for Health and Behavioral Health

Anat Gerstein, Inc. is a full-service communications firm that exclusively works with nonprofit and government organizations that support and enrich the lives of people and communities. 

We are seeking a vice president for our Health and Behavioral Health practice. Candidates must have at least 10 years of relevant experience, an understanding of New York and national health policy, experience telling health care related stories, and relationships with reporters and editors who cover health and behavioral health.

We are looking for a seasoned creative strategist who is high-energy, enthusiastic, and deeply driven to help nonprofits achieve organizational goals.  Specifically, the VP must:

• Be a seasoned strategist who can provide sound guidance to senior-level nonprofit executives
• Have experience working in or with health sector nonprofits
• Have excellent oral and written communications skills
• Possess a broad network of media contacts and have expertise in generating media coverage (stories, interviews, op-eds, etc.) and owned stories that move various audiences – including participants, donors/funders, and policy makers – to action
• Be a coach who loves to support the professional growth of teammates
• Be highly organized and capable of leading multiple accounts simultaneously
• Be a responsible storyteller who values diverse experience and is committed to asset framing
• Shares our values  

Pluses: government or agency experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership: Lead the Health and Behavioral Health practice, ensuring all accounts receive great service and results, and that the firm continues to build expertise in the area.

Client Service: Maintain the highest levels of customer service across all accounts in the practice area; develop and oversee the implementation of strategies to build the reputation, reach, and impact of clients (e.g. press and messaging strategies, strategic guidance on the use of various communications tactics, and thought leadership).

Executive Presence: Represent anat. publicly; be the face of the company.

Business Development: Grow the practice area by bringing in new business, and ensure retention of the current client base.

Management: Coach and supervise staff and accounts, and ensure the production of high-quality deliverables, accountability, and professional growth; manage budgets across accounts and track staff hours; lead thinking on future resource needs and strategies across the practice area.

SALARY

$135K-$160K, commensurate with experience, plus commission for new business. Bonuses may also be awarded depending on individual and firm performance.

Job Type: Full-time, hybrid with 3 days in the office required. This job is based in New York City.

BENEFITS

• 100% coverage of base Health insurance, 50% coverage of base Dental insurance, and affordable Vision insurance monthly premiums 

• Employer-funded Short Term Disability Insurance
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Mental health assistance with company-sponsored memberships to Talkspace
• Access to Healthcare advocacy and support with Health Advocate
• Membership to One Medical to use for on-demand Primary, Mental and Virtual Care, and access to One Medical offices nationwide; virtual Urgent Care with TeleDoc Health
• Kindbody – a gynecology, fertility, and family-building benefit
• Peloton – access to thousands of fitness and wellness classes on the Peloton App
• Eligible to participate in the firm’s 401K Plan after 6 months of the vesting period
• 44 days total of PTO, inclusive of general PTO, wellness days, personal days, 7 paid bank holidays, 3 floating holidays, and the office is closed the last week of the year
• Ability to work fully remote for up to 2 weeks annually; all other weeks are on a hybrid basis
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Membership to Work Advantage and Perks At Work for discount tickets to concerts, theme parks, vacation packages, etc.
• Company mobile phone with data and minutes.

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter to yiming@anatgerstein.com that tells us what it is about our work that has inspired you to apply for this position.

PUBLIC RELATIONS SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE, ADVOCACY PRACTICE

Anat Gerstein, Inc. is a full-service communications firm that exclusively works with nonprofit and government organizations that support and enrich communities across New York City and beyond. We are rapidly growing and regularly recognized as one of the top communications firms serving nonprofits and supporting good causes. Our firm and staff have been named a leading nonprofit consultant,  a top political PR power company, Crain’s Notable Business and Notable Leader in PR, Communicators of the Year, and more.

We are looking for a creative, high-energy, self-starter with experience working on city or state public policy issues through government, political campaigns, advocacy, public affairs, or journalism, along with excellent oral and written communications skills and experience with traditional and social media. Candidates should have a demonstrated interest in government and advocacy, and understand how strategic communications can advance policy goals and influence public debate.

This position may be based in either our New York City office or remotely in Albany. Candidates should be able to work from one of these locations on a regular basis.

JOB REQUIREMENT:

Work with colleagues to formulate and execute communications programs for a variety of clients. Specific responsibilities include:

• Providing strategic communications guidance.
• Drafting press materials (e.g., press releases).
• Managing press interviews and events.
• Developing stories and pitching reporters.
• Helping to maintain social media accounts.
• Drafting newsletters, op-eds, testimony for government hearings, website copy, and speeches.
• Drafting donor and participant communications.

JOB QUALIFICATION:

• 5+ years of relevant professional experience in one or more of the following: state or local government (including working for an elected official or government agency), journalism (covering politics and/or government), political campaigns or public affairs communication. Experience working on New York City or New York State policy, advocacy, or political issues is strongly preferred.
• Creative, strategic thinker, always on the lookout for innovative ways to promote a client, program, or story.
• Motivated, detail-oriented, and organized self-starter capable of managing multiple projects and ensuring successful execution.
• Team player willing to support a team of professionals to consistently improve service and outcomes.
• Experience developing and executing successful multi-channel communications programs with measurable goals.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong multitasker who thrives under tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated understanding of how advocacy campaigns influence public policy through communications, media relations, coalition-building, and engagement with government stakeholders.
• Values diverse experiences.
• Outstanding relationship-building and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong familiarity with and interest in New York City and New York State news media.
• Strong understanding of New York City and/or New York State government, policymaking, and the legislative process.
• Experience managing and growing social media accounts.
• Existing relationships with reporters, policymakers, advocates, or other stakeholders in New York City’s or New York State’s government, politics, and public policy ecosystem are a plus.

SALARY

$85,000-$120,000 per year, commensurate with experience.

BENEFITS

• 100% coverage of Health insurance, 50% coverage of Dental insurance and affordable Vision insurance monthly premiums 

• Employer funded Short Term Disability Insurance
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Mental health assistance with company-sponsored memberships to Talkspace
• Access to Healthcare advocacy and support with Health Advocate
• Membership to One Medical to use for on-demand Primary, Mental and Virtual Care and access to One Medical offices nationwide; virtual Urgent Care with TeleDoc Health
• Kindbody – a gynecology, fertility, and family-building benefit
• Peloton – access to thousands of fitness and wellness classes on the Peloton App.
• Eligible to participate in the firm’s 401K Plan after 6 months of vesting period
• 34 days total of PTO, inclusive of general PTO, wellness days, personal days, 7 paid bank holidays and 3 floating holidays and the office is closed the last week of the year.
• Ability to work fully remote for up to 2 weeks annually; all other weeks are on a hybrid basis.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Membership to Working Advantage and Perks At Work for discount tickets to concerts, theme parks, vacation packages, etc.
• Company mobile phone with data and minutes.

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter to yiming@anatgerstein.com that tells us what it is about our work that has inspired you to apply for this position.