[Hiring] Senior Managing Advisor @Chartis

Role Description

Jarrard is seeking a Senior Manager Advisor (SMA) to help lead key client projects, largely focused on philanthropy, with the nation’s most prominent healthcare brands. The work requires a strong communications foundation, excellent donor-facing writing skills and demonstrated project management experience. This role is also essential in guiding internal teams to meet our clients’ needs in high-stakes moments of change, challenge and opportunity.

In some instances, the SMA will lead the client entirely, with guidance from a Vice President/Practice lead. At other times, the SMA will partner with practice leadership on complex clients, spearheading the execution of program tactics and the development of materials. At all times, the SMA will drive the day-to-day work for clients while assuring high quality and a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• CLIENT SERVICE
  • Partner with client leader (VP or Practice lead) to drive the execution of program tactics and the hands-on development of program materials (such as interviewing clinicians and scientists, drafting fundraising proposals and co-leading client workshops), leading the day-to-day strategy and execution of project work.
  • Develop client strategy and program plan against objectives and strategies of the client.
  • Lead clients to realize full potential, meeting all project objectives on time with the highest quality work.
  • Lead communications and client partnership to ensure steady flow of information and client satisfaction; present key client updates and plans with confidence.
  • Establish and maintain strong client relationships, helping to resolve issues that may arise.
  • Write and review work, ensuring the work is client-ready.
  • Actively explore opportunities to organically grow existing client relationships.
• INTERNAL CLIENT TEAM MANAGEMENT
  • Identify opportunities for continuous quality improvement within the team.
  • Daily team advising and supervision.
  • Monthly/weekly staff planning/tracking including timely communications to internal leaders.
• BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
  • Grow current client business by identifying additional needs we can serve well.
  • Participate in new business development and pitches, as appropriate.
  • In collaboration with Practice leadership, contribute to pitch strategy and proposal development for targeted opportunities.
  • Ensure appropriate colleagues are brought into organic growth opportunities.
• FIRM MANAGEMENT
  • Capture and transfer best practices in key client management.
  • Actively participate in appropriate firm management meetings and/or discussions.
• PEOPLE DEVELOPMENT
  • Demonstrate and nurture Jarrard Vision, Mission and Values.
  • Provide team mentoring and professional development, including career development for teammates; as appropriate, directly supervise younger team members.
  • Help identify qualified talent to join the team through networks, affiliations, etc.
  • Participate in Jarrard Academy, the firm’s venue for training and development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s a plus) in communications, public relations, journalism, or related field.
• Proven expertise in working within a health-related fundraising operation required.
• At least 5-7 years’ experience in a preferred combination of a Communications role in fundraising, professional services firm (healthcare focus is preferred) and/or journalism.
• Ability to work remotely.

Requirements

• High stakes work that makes healthcare better.
• An inclusive and collegial workplace with understanding, innovative co-workers who care as much as you do about getting the work right.
• Encouragement to ask probing questions and openness to new ideas.
• Creative problem solving alongside clients who see you as a partner, not a vendor.
• Investment in your growth and development via our competency-based talent development platform.
• Competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

• Salary range: $95,000-115,000, plus may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
• Medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, disability insurance, life insurance, 401(k) match, paid time off, wellness stipend, and additional voluntary benefits.