Job Title: Communications Manager, Writer and Editor

Location: Binaytara Foundation, Bellevue, WA

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $72,500 to $78,000. (Actual starting pay will vary based on non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, skills, experience, education, and specialty.)

About Binaytara Foundation:

Binaytara Foundation is a leading global oncology nonprofit, dedicated to reducing cancer health disparities around the world. Our mission is to improve access to cancer care, enhance continuing medical education, and foster implementation science research in hematology and oncology, thereby reducing the global burden of cancer. As the largest cancer conference organizer in the US, we impact thousands of doctors and oncology/hematology practitioners who attend our conferences to stay current on cutting-edge treatments for their patients. As a leader in global oncology, we have partnered with local government and health organizations in Nepal to operate the only cancer hospital in Madhesh Province, deliver cervical cancer screenings, provide nurse training and establish the first bone marrow transplant center in the country. In India, we have partnered with government institutions to establish a palliative care program in Madhya Pradesh. We are beginning construction in 2024 on a comprehensive 200-bed cancer center in Janakpur, Nepal that will dramatically improve access to cancer care in Nepal and surrounding communities.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Statement

Binaytara Foundation (BTF) is an impact-focused organization working to improve health equity and minimize disparities in cancer care. BTF collaborates with diverse employees, volunteers, partners, and supporters to realize its vision of creating a world where every human has access to evidence-based healthcare that improves their quality of life.

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced and visionary Communications Manager, Writer and Editor to lead our content strategy and production. This individual will be responsible for creating, overseeing, and editing compelling content that communicates Binaytara Foundation’s mission, projects, impact, and thought leadership in global oncology. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional writing and editing skills, a strong understanding of cancer or healthcare, and a talent for impactful storytelling.

Key Responsibilities:

• Writing and Editing – Content Creation:
  • Develop written communications that increase Binaytara Foundation’s brand awareness, thought leadership in global oncology, and reputation as an impactful leader in minimizing cancer health care disparities.
  • Write and edit various types of content, including blog articles, press releases, media pitches, newsletter articles, project impact reports, fact sheets, key webpages, and impact stories.
• Editorial Management:
  • Manage the editorial calendar to ensure timely and consistent content delivery.
  • Maintain high editorial standards, ensuring all content is clear, compelling, and scientifically accurate.
  • Conduct thorough fact-checking and editing to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Collaborate with, interview, and collect content from cross-functional teams as well as external stakeholders, including patients, caregivers, and healthcare practitioners to produce and review content.
  • Translate complex scientific concepts into accessible and engaging narratives for diverse audiences including patients, donors and healthcare practitioners.
• Analytics and Optimization:
  • Utilize feedback and performance metrics tools to measure the effectiveness of content and make data-driven decisions for optimization.
  • Regularly review and assess content performance, making adjustments to improve reach and engagement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field. 
• 5-8 years of professional experience in writing and editing, with at least two-years in a content management role.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills demonstrated by prior publications
• Track record of communicating technical or complex topics.
• Experience creating content with a lens for diversity, equity and inclusion, as well as for a global audience of stakeholders including patients, caregivers, and healthcare practitioners.
• Ability to translate complex scientific information into clear, engaging, and accessible content.
• Must be a team player with excellent project management skills, organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to monitor engagement patterns, measure performance, and to make improvements as needed for optimum output.
• Commitment to Binaytara Foundation’s mission and values.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in writing about health-related topics.
• Network within the scientific and healthcare communication community is a plus.
• Experience collaborating with graphic designers to ensure photography, infographics, data and other design elements elevate the written content.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the job title in the subject line by August 15. Binaytara Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Join us at Binaytara Foundation and lead the charge in creating impactful content that drives our mission to improve cancer care equity worldwide.