Senior Manager, Health Communications; Texas

Position: Senior Manager, Health Communications (Texas)
Description

Please note:

This role is contingent upon a contract award. While it is not an immediate opening, we are actively conducting interviews and extending offers in anticipation of the award.

** The Work*
* At ICF Next, we are fearless in finding new ways to solve problems, relentless in making sure it pays off for our clients and committed to making a positive change in the world. Join our community of mission-driven creatives, communicators, strategists, and technologists to challenge the status quo.

Are you passionate about bringing bold ideas to life through strategic communication and marketing campaigns? We're looking for a  
** Project Manager
** who thrives at the intersection of creativity and organization within public health. In this role, you'll lead high-impact projects that amplify our brand, engage diverse audiences, and deliver measurable results. From concept to execution, you'll be the driving force behind seamless collaboration, innovative storytelling, and flawless delivery. If you love managing details while keeping an eye on the big picture, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

** Job Location**  **:
** Candidates must reside in Texas and be available for on-site work. Preference will be given to those located in Austin, though applicants from other locations will also be considered.

* If you accept this position, you should note that ICF does monitor employee work locations blocks access from foreign locations/foreign IP addresses and prohibits personal VPN connections.

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* What You Will Do:

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* + Oversee a multi-disciplinary team of communications professionals and subject matter experts (SMEs) supporting a high-profileindustry-led publicawareness campaign.  

+ Serve as the lead point of contact for the client responsible for executing requests and managing overall program delivery. 

+ Work collaboratively with team leads and SMEs responsible forcampaignstrategy anddeliveryand evaluation; work closely with managers to develop and administer budgets, commitments, plans and schedules, staffing, and other contract management requirements. 

+ Advise the client on strategic planning forintegrated marketing efforts,ensuring alignment withclientobjectivesand priorities.

+ Manage relationships with senior-level clients and industry stakeholders to ensure programmatic success, buy-in, andclient satisfaction, adjusting course when needed andmaintainingan agile approach to program execution.

+ Oversee and review deliverables andcampaignmaterial to ensure quality control and alignment with the client's vision. 

+ Launch andmonitorcampaignpulses across multiple channels, including digital marketing, social media, paid media, and public relations.

+ Provide regular updates to stakeholders, including team members, clients, or management, on campaign progress and key performance indicators.

+ Prepare post-campaign reports, including detailed analysis of results, lessons learned, and recommendations for future campaigns.

** What You Will Bring*
* ** With*
* ** You:*
* + Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, ora relevant field. 

+ At least 7 years of experienceleadingpublic healthmarketingand communicationsefforts,managing large-scale campaigns,outreach and engagement programs

U.S. Citizenship required(required byour clients for the position)

** What We Would Like You*
* ** To*
* ** Bring*
* ** With*
* ** You:*
* + Ability and experience communicating effectively (speaking and writing) to diverse audiences to conveypublic health-related processes, problems, and solutions.

+ Project Management Professional (PMP) or related certifications 

+ Master's degree in communications, public health, social sciences, business, or associated disciplines a plus 

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Experience with public health program/project management (with a focus on topics such as maternaland childhealth, emergency services, program member recruitment and retention,substance abuse prevention, mental health support, andXYZ

+ Knowledge of Texas Health and Human Services Commission and Texas Department of State Health Servicesculture and processes 

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Experience with earned media and press operations, issues management

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Experience with media…