Job Description

Overview

National Medical Fellowships (NMF) seeks an experienced and strategic Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join our executive team. This newly created role will lead and integrate our core operational areas: Programs, Marketing, and Alumni Engagement . Reporting directly to the CEO, the COO will ensure operational excellence, foster cross-functional collaboration, and drive the continued growth and innovation of NMFs programs. This is a remote position, with a preference for candidates located in the Northeast U.S.

About NMF

National Medical Fellowships is a nonprofit organization that advances health care workforce development so everyone has a fair and just opportunity to achieve their highest level of health. Founded in 1946, NMF has awarded over $50 million in scholarships and offers service-learning programs, mentorship opportunities, and clinical research leadership training for students and practitioners of medicine, behavioral health and related health professions. By expanding the health care workforce, NMF works to ensure everyone has access to the highest quality care from providers who understand them and share their lived experiences.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Collaborate with the CEO, Board of Directors, and senior leadership team members to develop and implement organizational strategy and enhance teamwork that advances NMF's mission.
• Provide visionary leadership for Programs, Marketing, and Alumni Engagement departments.
• Translate organizational goals into actionable departmental objectives with clear metrics.
• Represent NMF in strategic partnerships, industry conferences, and stakeholder meetings.

Program Development & Management

• Provide strategic oversight for the design, implementation, and evaluation of NMF's global programs portfolio.
• Provide strategic direction for program development, ensuring alignment with NMFs programmatic theory of change, addressing the emerging needs of the health care field and workforce, and maximizing impact.
• Establish and manage key programmatic partnerships and relationships.
• Oversee program budgets, timelines, and resource allocation.

Marketing & Communications Oversight

• Direct marketing strategies that elevate NMF's brand visibility and support fundraising efforts.
• Oversee the development of compelling messaging that communicates NMF's impact and value.
• Guide digital marketing strategies and content development across all platforms.
• Ensure marketing initiatives support program recruitment and alumni engagement goals.

Alumni Engagement & Network Building

• Collaborate with colleagues across departments to provide strategic direction for and oversight of a comprehensive alumni engagement strategy leveraging NMF's extensive network.
• Support the creation of pathways for alumni to contribute their expertise, resources, and networks to advance NMF's mission.
• Establish mentorship and professional development opportunities connecting alumni with current scholars.
• Oversee alumni events, communications, and recognition programs.

Operational Excellence

• Optimize organizational processes and workflows across departments.
• Develop and monitor departmental budgets and ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Oversee data collection, analysis, and reporting processes related to programming and alumni engagement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with grant requirements and organizational policies.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nonprofit Management, Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or related field
• 10+ years of senior leadership experience with progressively increasing responsibility, preferably in nonprofit organizations
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple functional areas simultaneously
• Proven track record in program development, implementation, and evaluation
• Experience managing and developing professional staff
• Strong financial management skills, including budget development and oversight
• Excellence in organizational development and operational efficiency
• Experience with strategic planning and implementation
• Superior communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to build relationships with a variety of stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare, education, or philanthropy sectors
• Knowledge of medical education systems and healthcare workforce development issues
• Experience with scholarship program administration
• Background in alumni relations or network development
• Proficiency with CRM systems, program management software, and data analytics
• Experience in marketing or communications leadership
• Grant management experience

Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-contributed retirement plan
• Generous paid time off
• Flexible work arrangements to support worklife balance
• Opportunities for professional development and growth

Location: Remote position, with a preference for candidates located in the Northeast U.S.

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