Director, Global Policy & Programs

International Assn. for the Study of Lung Cancer•Denver, CO

2d•$110,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The IASLC is committed to use its unique position to promote comprehensive public health policies – locally, regionally, and internationally – to reduce the rising impact of lung cancer on people and societies around the world. The Director, Global Policy and Programs leads the IASLC’s expanding portfolio of global health policy initiatives, designed to transform lung cancer outcomes worldwide. In this role, the Director will work closely with IASLC leadership, volunteer experts, and international partners (WHO, UICC, ministries of health, government agencies, regional societies, and NGOs) to translate science into evidence-based policies, expand public health policy advocacy efforts, and implement impactful programs that reduce the global burden of lung cancer. The Director, Global Policy and Programs reports to the Chief Development Officer. This full-time, exempt position has supervisory responsibility and works a hybrid schedule based at our Denver, Colorado office. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in public policy, public health, global health, international relations, or a related field required.
At least seven (7) years of direct experience in public policy, global health, advocacy, managing strategic partnerships, or nonprofit program leadership.
At least three (3) years of management experience, including hiring, training and managing staff.
Previous experience in developing or executing public health policies.
Positive and proactive leadership, project management, strategic planning, and team management skills.
Demonstrated experience developing and managing strategic partnerships or collaborative initiatives.
Professional written and verbal communication skills, including experience writing or producing public policy or health advocacy materials, policy statements, and reports.
Strong diplomatic, facilitation, and cross-cultural communication skills.
Ability to develop and maintain productive relationships and work effectively with international stakeholders across cultures and time zones.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, project management platforms, and association or customer management systems with ability to quickly learn and integrate new technologies as needed.
Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally. as needed
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in public health (MPH), public policy (MPP), international affairs, or a related discipline.
Experience in oncology, cancer policy, or health systems policy.
Experience working with global professional societies, nonprofit organizations, or international health programs.
Familiarity with global policy frameworks and international health organizations.

Responsibilities

Work closely with IASLC leadership, members, external partners, and other collaborators to develop and implement global health policy strategy and policy advocacy initiatives that advance the mission of improving lung cancer outcomes worldwide.
Serve as the primary staff liaison to the IASLC Global Policy and Partnerships Committee, whose purpose is to identify strategic opportunities, develop actionable policy priorities, and implement global health policy initiatives that address critical issues across the lung cancer care continuum—including risk reduction, early detection, access to care, and survivorship. The staff liaison provides operational, administrative, and logistical support for committee meetings and activities.
Support committee members as they translate IASLC scientific research and health policy reports into actionable public policy priorities, create lung health advocacy tools, and develop global engagement strategies.
Monitor global health policy developments relevant to lung cancer, oncology and health systems, and identify opportunities for IASLC engagement.
Support the development and dissemination of position statements, public health policy briefs, reports, and policy advocacy resources to inform policymakers and health system leaders around the world.
Oversee the launch and ongoing management of the Global Council, a new opportunity to broaden international representation in the IASLC, in close collaboration with the Global Programs Coordinator.
Facilitate effective collaboration with internal teams and committees to integrate policy priorities into IASLC conferences, publications, committee initiatives, and global programs.
Manage and expand the IASLC’s society partnership program, including partnerships with national and regional thoracic oncology societies and related cancer or public health organizations, global policy advocacy groups, and other strategic partners aligned with the IASLC’s mission.
Support joint activities with partner organizations, including educational programs, collaborative meetings, and policy initiatives.
Coordinate the development and execution of Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with partner societies and organizations.
Identify opportunities for collaborative initiatives in research, public policy, education, and global health programs.
Supervise and mentor the Global Programs Coordinator to ensure excellent performance, effective collaboration, accountability, and career development.
Manage and monitor external vendor relationships that support global health policy and program development.