Program Manager, Special Projects - American Heart Association

Overview

As we celebrate our Centennial year, we invite you to join us in shaping the next century of impact. Be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives as we remain devoted to a future of health and hope for everyone, everywhere. At the American Heart Association, your contribution matters, and so does your career.

The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a Program Manager, Special Projects.

Our purpose is to be the trusted global leader in convening scientific meetings and experiences for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular innovation and knowledge dissemination.  The Program Manager, Special Projects, will be responsible for the development and management of new and existing revenue-generating products and programs. This role will also oversee the strategic planning, execution, and commercial success of live and recorded scientific meeting and educational content, such as AHAtv, Scientific Sessions OnDemand (SSOD), and Stroke OnDemand (SOD) virtual elements, ensuring a high-quality experience for participants and sponsors. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a strong background in new product development, digital content management, program management, and revenue generation.

The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.

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Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and implement new products and programs that drive revenue growth for the American Heart Association’s Office of Science Operations (OSO).
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to innovate and expand the Association's portfolio of revenue-generating educational and event-related offerings like AHAtv, SSOD, and SOD.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities for new revenue streams.
• Develop and manage budgets for new products and programs, ensuring financial goals are met or exceeded.
• Oversee the planning, production, and delivery of revenue generating products like AHAtv, SSOD, and SOD virtual platforms.
• Manage relationships with vendors, sponsors, and content creators to ensure high-quality content and user experience.
• Coordinate with marketing and communications teams to promote virtual elements and drive engagement.
• Monitor and analyze the performance of virtual platforms, implementing improvements as needed.
• Make recommendations for improvement and revenue expansion.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all special projects, providing regular updates to senior leadership.
• Build and maintain relationships with sponsors, exhibitors, and other key stakeholders to maximize revenue opportunities.
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and budgets for all assigned projects.
• Lead cross-functional teams to achieve project goals, providing clear direction and guidance.
• Prepare regular reports on the performance of new products, programs, and virtual platforms.
• Conduct post-event analysis to measure success and identify areas for improvement.
• Utilize data and insights to inform future product development and revenue strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 year of experience in project management, product development, or digital content management, preferably in a non-profit or healthcare environment. (5 Years preferred)
• Proven track record of developing and managing revenue-generating programs.
• Prior experience in Events is a plus.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in digital content management systems and virtual event platforms.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and results oriented.
• High level of creativity and innovation.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Commitment to the mission of the American Heart Association.

Compensation & Benefits

The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package.  Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.

• Compensation – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary.  That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
• Performance and Recognition – You are rewarded for achieving success by merit increases and incentive programs, based on the type of position. 
• Benefits – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution.  As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation.
• Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program.  HeartU is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
• Work-Life Harmonization – The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees.  The number of days will increase based on seniority level.  You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.
• Tuition Assistance - We support the career development of all employees.  This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.

The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the AHA will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.

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