Communications Specialist External I

Site: Mass General Brigham Incorporated

 

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

 

 

Job Summary

Summary:
Responsible for developing and implementing effective communication strategies. The primary focus of this role is to create and manage positive relationships with media outlets, customers, and other key external partners.

Essential Functions
Developing and implementing external communications plans and campaigns. <br>
-Writing and editing press releases, speeches, and other marketing materials. <br>
-Building and maintaining strong relationships with media outlets, journalists, and other key influencers. <br>
-Responding to media inquiries and facilitating interviews with company spokespeople. <br>
-Developing and managing content for the company's website, social media channels, and other digital platforms. <br>
-Monitoring and analyzing media coverage to measure the effectiveness of external communications efforts. <br>
-Collaborating with internal teams, including marketing, product, and customer service, to ensure consistent messaging across all touchpoints. <br>
-Keeping up to date with industry trends and developments to ensure that external communications strategies remain relevant and effective. <br>

 

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
experience or schooling in the communications field, with a background in journalism or writing 2-3 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of social media writing style and platforms.
- Must be organized, efficient, patient and pleasant in his/her work and in dealing with others.
- Must be particularly helpful and courteous in assisting visitors and callers.
- Must have the ability to prioritize, work well under pressure, meet multiple deadlines and follow up on tasks.
- Must be able to work independently and as part of a team within a structure emphasizing high quality and professionalism.
- Must have good judgement, and the ability to handle delicate and/or crisis situations with tact and sensitivity.
- Must be able to honor confidentiality.

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

 

Remote Type

Remote

 

Work Location

55 Fruit Street

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

 

Employee Type

Per Diem

 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$25.00 - $35.77/Hourly

 

Grade

5

 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

 

EEO Statement:

Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Sect