SVP, Head of Business Management (Marketing & Communications)

Job Title: SVP, Head of Business Management (Marketing & Communications)
Position Summary:
This position at The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research ("MJFF") oversees the strategic planning and management, budget management, resource allocation, and project management functions within the Marketing & Communications business unit. This function is pivotal in facilitating strategic initiatives that align with the organization's North Star Objective Key Results (OKRs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) as well as the business unit's OKRs/KPIs. Reporting to the Chief Marketing Officer, this role manages a team and partners closely with various internal stakeholders within the business unit and across the organization to drive alignment and ensure resources are used effectively to achieve desired outcomes.
This position is hybrid-flex and expected to be at least part-time in MJFF's office in New York City.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning and Management:

• Partners with the Office of the CEO to set, monitor, and review business unit OKRs and KPIs

• Partners with the Chief Marketing Officer and leaders within the business unit to develop business cases for new initiatives

• Facilitates the implementation of strategic initiatives to advance the Foundation's North Star OKRs

Integration and Coordination:

• Ensures integration of strategic planning, budget management, resource allocation, and project management functions

• Fosters cross-functional collaboration to streamline processes and improve efficiency across business units, as well as within Marketing & Communications

• Provides comprehensive reports and analyses on business unit performance, budget adherence, resource utilization, and project outcomes

Budget Management:

• Partners with the Chief Marketing Officer and Finance team to forecast financial needs and analyze budgetary requirements to support business unit activities and strategic initiatives

• Creates and manages annual budgets, ensuring alignment with business unit and organizational objectives

• Approves and reviews significant expenditures, ensuring compliance with budgetary constraints

• Implements cost-control measures and provides regular financial performance reports to the Chief Marketing Officer

Resource Allocation:

• Partners with the Chief Marketing Officer, People Operations, and Financial Planning & Analysis teams to assess and determine the resources required for achieving business unit objectives

• Allocates resources effectively among various projects and operational areas based on priority

• Optimizes resource utilization and manages conflicts to avoid bottlenecks and delays

• Ensure efficient use of resources and adjust allocations as necessary to meet strategic goals

Project Management:

• Partners with the Office of the CEO and other project management teams to develop enterprise standards for initiating, planning, optimizing, and monitoring cross-functional projects

• Plans, initiates, and oversees projects, defining scopes, objectives, timelines, and deliverables

• Coordinates project activities, ensuring tasks are completed on time, within scope, and on budget

• Identifies, manages, and mitigates risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle

• Communicates regularly with stakeholders, including team members, partners, and senior management

• Evaluates project performance, gathers feedback, and implements improvements for future projects

People Management:

• Responsible for developing long-term plans and optimizing the function and the talent required to execute those strategies

• Leads and motivates teams by demonstrating and coaching core values, setting clear goals and performance expectations, and providing ongoing feedback and talent development

Qualifications and Skills:

• Progressive experience in business management, strategic planning, budget management, and project management

• Progressive experience leading and motivating teams

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and make data-driven decisions

• Excellent organizational and leadership skills with experience in leading and influencing cross-functional teams

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information clearly

• Proficiency in project management software and financial management tools

• Familiarity with Marketing & Communications organizations, processes, systems, and terminology

• Strong service-orientation

Salary and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $200,000 - $230,000. In addition to salary, The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF) offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 15+ options for medical insurance (with MJFF paying 90 percent of the premiums)
• Competitive dental and vision plans
• 401(k) plan with 6 percent employer contribution
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employer paid life and disability insurance
• 18 days Paid Time Off (PTO); 12 Well-Being (Sick) Days; 2 Personal Days; summer Fridays (office closure at 2pm) and a summer holiday week over July 4
• Two ways of working: hybrid-flex, or remote work. We trust all employees to work closely with their manager and colleagues to determine when, where and how programs and projects get done.

Employees are also eligible for a discretionary bonus on an annual basis. MJFF provides staff and leadership cultivation through regular training courses and events.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter describing through examples, their specific qualifications and interest in the position. If you think that your skills are transferable and can add value to this role, please apply. Applicants who best match the position's needs will be contacted.
About Us:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF) was founded in 2000 with one clear objective: accelerating meaningful therapeutic advances and, ultimately, a cure for Parkinson's disease (PD). The Foundation applies extraordinary scientific, business and media assets to this singular focus-thus creating a unique and dynamic organization. Since inception, MJFF has quickly grown into the largest nonprofit funder of Parkinson's disease research, having funded over $2 billion in research projects in both academic and industry labs worldwide.
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Vaccination Statement
At The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF), the health and safety of our team and our community is a priority. MJFF has made the decision to require all staff receive the COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment. Successful applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated by date of hire and proof of vaccine is required. Full vaccination is defined as two weeks after both doses of two-dose vaccine or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine has been administered. Anyone unable to be vaccinated, because of medical or religious reasons, can request a reasonable accommodation for consideration.
Research has shown that people from marginalized communities apply to roles only when they meet 100% of the job requirements. If you think that your skills are transferable and can add value to this role, and you are someone who will contribute to our efforts to build and support a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, we strongly encourage you to apply.