Take the next step in your career at the Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America and join us as we work together for A World Without Myasthenia Gravis.
Our Mission: Create Connections, Enhance Lives, Improve Care, Cure MG
Our Commitment
At the MGFA, we believe that fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion is critical to our goal of supporting members of the myasthenia community from all backgrounds and walks of life. That’s why we’re committed to an inclusive organizational culture, where our employees and our community feel valued and respected, whatever their gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or identity, education, disability, or life experiences.
MGFA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Work With Us
Our collaborative team of non-profit professionals is dedicated to serving the unique needs of our community. We do this by advancing best-in-class MG research aimed at accelerating new treatments, while working to unite our community and mobilize support, innovation, and advocacy to change the future for patients myasthenia gravis and their families.
We invite you to learn more about the career opportunities below. If you are interested, please send your resume and a cover letter directly to hradvisor@nuenergypay.com.
Available Positions
Marketing Manager of Web and Graphics Design
Position Summary
The Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America (MGFA) is seeking a talented and driven Manager of Web and Graphics Design to support our dynamic Marketing and Communications Department. Established in 1952 and incorporated in 1954, MGFA is the only nationwide organization solely dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by myasthenia gravis and related disorders. Our stakeholders include MG patients, caregivers, family members, scientists, clinicians, volunteers, donors, sponsors, fundraisers, and industry partners. For decades, the MGFA has been the premier resource for MG education and information, a leader in clinical and research advancements, and a trusted voice among key stakeholder groups.
This is a remote position where the right candidate will be integral to our fast-paced, growth-oriented team. The Manager of Web and Graphics Design will lead all facets of visual design and branding strategy, overseeing the design, layout, and visual consistency for MGFA’s website, event pages, and digital and print marketing collateral. This role is responsible for ensuring alignment with MGFA’s mission, marketing objectives, and strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all aspects of visual design and branding, including conceptualization, development, and execution.
- Oversee MGFA’s website design, updates, and overall functionality, ensuring content aligns with brand and mission.
- Design and produce high-quality digital and print assets such as brochures, reports, email campaigns, event materials, and social media content.
- Refine brand identity across all digital and physical materials, ensuring consistency and brand alignment.
- Manage the ideation, planning, and implementation of creative projects from concept to delivery, coordinating closely with internal and external stakeholders.
Our Values at MGFA
- Mission-Driven: A passion for achieving MGFA’s mission to foster connections, enhance lives, improve care, and pursue a cure for MG.
- Commitment to Values: An understanding of MGFA’s core values and dedication to embodying them in all professional interactions.
- Collaborative Approach: An ability to foster positive relationships that advance research, education, and patient services.
- Inclusive Environment: A dedication to promoting a diverse and inclusive work environment where all identities are valued, and all team members feel empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.
What We are Looking For in This Role
- Adaptability: Ability to navigate and thrive in a dynamic environment, bringing structure to new projects and rapidly building context to deliver impactful solutions.
- Goal-Oriented: A proactive, results-focused approach with a keen eye for detail and the capability to manage sensitive information.
- Empathy and Team Focus: A genuine drive to help others, prioritizing team and organizational goals over individual recognition.
- Strong Communicator: Skilled in both written and verbal communication, capable of effectively engaging with executives, stakeholders, and team members.
- Curiosity and Initiative: A self-starter eager to learn and tackle new challenges, leveraging resources to develop creative solutions and recommendations.
Key Qualifications – Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Management & Organizational Skills: Demonstrated strength in managing projects, timelines, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Fireworks, and HTML/CSS, with experience in website CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress). Familiarity with online fundraising and marketing automation platforms such as Virtuous, Blackbaud Luminate, or Convio is a plus.
- Customer Service: Ability to deliver excellent service to internal stakeholders, with a collaborative mindset.
- Attention to Detail: Ability to maintain focus on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while upholding high-quality standards.
- Communication Skills: Strong verbal and presentation skills, with the ability to create compelling written content and manage project plans effectively.
- Adaptability: Readiness to respond to change, address challenges, and proactively solve problems.
Additional Responsibilities
- Project Management: Oversee deadline-driven projects, ensuring timely and quality-focused delivery of all assets.
- Quality Control: Conduct thorough testing of web pages, emails, and marketing collateral to uphold consistency and quality standards.
- Reporting: Regularly compile and present success metrics and reports on design project outcomes, using tools such as Google Analytics and WordPress SEO.
Daily Focus Areas
- Manage creative and web-based projects, collaborating with internal teams and external service providers to meet objectives.
- Design and produce publications for digital and print, including multi-page reports, promotional materials, and presentations.
- Develop graphics and imagery for website banners, email campaigns, social media posts, and webpages to effectively represent the MG community.
- Create and maintain WordPress web pages, displaying programs, events, and communications initiatives.
- Produce reports that highlight project metrics and outcomes, leveraging data from Google Analytics and other MGFA tools.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, ideally with a focus on design, marketing, or web development.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of professional experience in web and graphic design.
Other details:
- Remote Position: Candidates must have a reliable home office setup with internet and phone access; MGFA provides necessary equipment.
- Travel: Approximately 10% of travel required for events and in-person activities.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to sit for extended periods; occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds may be required for event support.
If you are interested, please send your resume and a cover letter directly to hradvisor@nuenergypay.com.
MGFA strives to ensure we have a workplace that embraces diverse viewpoints, backgrounds, cultures and experience. MGFA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.