People affected by MS can live their best lives as we stop MS in its tracks, restore what has been lost and end MS forever.Our Vision: A World Free of MS.
Pros
Nonprofits aren't for everyone, but the Society employs many driven folks trying to be effective and efficient. Diversity efforts have been impressive the last few years. The organization handled the pandemic as well as possible. Work/life balance is incredible and benefits are pretty good.Cons
Nonprofit culture can lead to slow evolution, but it's better than it used to beMS Does Not Discriminate and Neither Do We
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is a movement by and for all people affected by MS.
Our voices and actions reflect diversity, equity, and inclusion.
We welcome and value diverse perspectives.
We actively seek out and embrace differences.
We want everyone to feel respected and be empowered to bring their whole selves to ensure we make the best decisions to achieve our mission.
Employee Resource Groups
Our ERGs are voluntary, staff-led groups whose aim is to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace based on building community, providing support and contributing to personal and professional development in the work environment.
We are all deepening our understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We embrace Employee Resource Groups to provide specific connection points and help allies learn about what makes each of us unique, including:
We celebrate differences and do our best to ensure that each person feels safe, included, and able to show up as their authentic selves to contribute to their best ability.
Recognized by DiversityJobs.com as a Top Employer for 2022.
This is an acknowledgemnt that we have "shown consistent outreach and dedication to recruiting and hiring from all diversity groups, so the most qualified candidates can truly rise to the top of their careers."
We've taken what we've heard from thousands of people affected by MS - and we asked ourselves: Who are we at our core? What do we believe? And who do we aspire to be for people affected by MS? Here's what we came up with. This is our promise to you.
We are a movement. United in our collective power to do something about MS now and end this disease forever. The Society’s FY 2019-2021 Strategic Plan establishes our roadmap, so that people with MS can live their best lives as we stop MS in its tracks, restore what has been lost, and end MS forever.
Find your place in this movement. Join The Movement.
Advocate For Change: MS activists are on the frontline, moving together and speaking with one clear voice to advance federal, state and community policies and programs that benefit people with MS and their families. Become an MS activist today.
Volunteer Your Time: Volunteers power the MS movement. Your time and skills are valuable! Click below to find opportunities in your area.
Find an Event Near You: Participate, donate, or volunteer in events that fuel solutions for everyone affected by MS.
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society mobilizes people and resources to drive research for a cure and to address the challenges of everyone affected by MS. To fulfill this mission, the Society funds cutting-edge research, drives change through advocacy, facilitates professional education, collaborates with MS organizations around the world, and provides programs and services designed to help people with MS and their families move their lives forward.
To view and/or apply to our current openings, visit our Careers page: https://www.nationalmssociety.org/About-the-Society/Careers
CULTURAL VALUES:
MS does not discriminate and neither do we. The National Multiple Sclerosis Society embraces and celebrates diversity and inclusion at the core of our organization. We value differences among individuals across multiple dimensions -- we believe that the more we include diverse perspectives and experiences in our work, the better able we are to achieve our mission.
We create and implement strategies that attract, develop, and retain the expertise, energy, and commitment of a diverse group of talented individuals. By doing so, we boldly and more effectively drive key initiatives to create a world free of MS. Whether you are just starting your career or you’re an experienced professional, we encourage you to explore our career opportunities!
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society strives to be an organization of choice. We offer employees the chance to make a real difference in the lives of people with MS and their families. When you work here you know that every day you are working to make our vision a reality: A World Free of MS.
When you join us, you can expect comprehensive benefit programs, a true focus on work-life balance including a great PTO policy, professional development, and opportunites for career advancement. We also provide a comprehensive onboarding program to ensure new employees have a knowledgeable foundation of the organization and how we work together.
Some of the comprehensive benefits we offer our employees include:
Knowledge is truly empowering. The National MS Society offers an extensive variety of programs, services, resources and connection opportunities for people living with and affected by MS, including family members, caregivers and other members of their support systems. These resources can be accessed in person in your community, online, by phone and by mail.