Manager of Education and Engagement; COPD Foundation

JOB POSTING

JOB TITLE:
Manager of Education and Engagement

DEPARTMENT: Public and Professional Education

REPORTS TO: Director of Education

FLSA STATUS: Full-time, Exempt

SALARY: $70,000 - $85,000

LOCATION: Remote

At the COPD Foundation, we are committed to improving the lives of individuals living with COPD and their caregivers through education, advocacy, and research. As we mark two decades of dedicated service, we are expanding our team and inviting talented individuals to join us on our mission. What sets us apart as an employer includes our legacy of impact, comprehensive benefits and healthcare package, work from home environment, and high growth of the organization with opportunities for advancement.

The Manager of Education and Engagement is a remote position responsible for overseeing and executing educational initiatives for patients and healthcare providers at the COPD Foundation. The Manager of Education and Engagement will work closely with the Director of Education to plan and develop high-quality educational content for individuals living with COPD, their families, and the healthcare providers who care for them.

This role requires the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced, virtual environment.

The ideal candidate will have a clinical background with experience in chronic pulmonary conditions, along with expertise in instructional design and curriculum development. They should also have a proven ability to manage multiple projects or priorities simultaneously while maintaining a high level of independence and self-direction in a remote setting. Experience with public health education programs, chronic disease patient education, and health care provider education are also preferred.

• Serve as an independent program lead for COPD Foundation educational initiatives.
• Oversee program requirements, including contract execution, resource utilization, and final reporting as appropriate.
• Develop a program plan and calendar for educational deliverables or initiatives.
• Collaborate with the interdepartmental team to ensure the success of programmatic components, including metrics and milestones.
• Develop educational content that aligns with the COPD Foundation brand and content standards. These may include blog posts, video scripts, podcast episodes, and formal written materials.
• Collaborate with other education and communications team members to ensure the timely development of educational material.
• Edit educational content to align with the content and style standards of the COPD Foundation.
• Coordinate and attend community outreach and professional networking events aligned with the mission and vision of the COPD Foundation.
• Interface professionally with internal team, external corporate partners, community advocates, and other stakeholders as appropriate.
• Represent the COPD Foundation Education Team at meetings and events with internal and external stakeholders.
• Foster relationships with both potential and existing partners.

• Proven ability to create and deliver high-quality educational content with an emphasis on accessibility and learner engagement
• Strong time-management and organizational skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience with instructional design and/or curriculum development preferred.
• Experience with COPD Navigation, disease-specific education, or support group development preferred.
• Project management experience preferred.
• Experience planning, recording, and executing educational videos or webinars preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in a fast-paced, remote work environment.
• Adaptable, solutions-orientated, and ability to excel in a virtual team environment.

• Bachelor’s degree required in Health Education, Public Health, Community Health, or a related field.
• Master's degree in Health Education, Public Health, Community Health, or a related field preferred.
• Clinical degree from an accredited university required. May include:
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
  • Registered Nurse
  • Social Worker

• Proficiency in MS Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to travel for job-related events, meetings, and conferences.
• Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills.
• Physical requirements:
  
  This position is primarily sedentary and performed in a remote office setting. This requires the ability to operate a computer and other standard office equipment for extended periods. This individual must be able to communicate effectively via phone, video conferencing, and email. Occasional light lifting (up to ten pounds) may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COPD Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive…