Manager of Marketing and Public Affairs

We’re searching for a Manager of Marketing and Public Affairs, someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you’ll develop and implement strategies to support the growth of the community-based hospitals and clinical network, foster community engagement, and support local initiatives. Additionally, you’ll engage with community stakeholders, promoting the organization's positive image, and driving revenue growth. 

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Job Duties & Responsibilities 
•    Develop and implement strategies to attract new partnerships that increase brand awareness and preference and expand the business 
•    Engage with community members, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to build awareness and understanding of the organization's services 
•    Develop and implement community relations strategies and build strong relationships with key stakeholders 
•    Organize and plan events that promote our commitment to the community 
•    Organize community outreach programs and coordinate special events that promote the brand and clinical services of our company 
•    Oversee all volunteer recruitment and training for community events 
•    Complete timely performance appraisals for direct reports 
•    Ensure that new staff attend hospital and departmental orientation within 30 days of employment 
•    Recruit, hire, train, manage, and mentor the necessary staff to support marketing goals and objectives 
•    Maintain financial accountability over the department's operational budget, monitor expenses and take measures to reduce costs as necessary 
•    Promote individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, skills competency, and support department-based goals that contribute to the success of the organization. Serve as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff 

Skills & Requirements 
•    Bachelor’s degree in marketing/advertising, journalism, healthcare, hospitality/events or related field required 
•    Master's degree in MBA, MHA or MS in related field preferred 
•    5 years of experience in marketing, public relations or event management roles required 
•    Knowledge of marketing and communication strategies 
•    Understanding of business development principles and practices 
•    A track record of identifying and implementing successful community partn
 

Since 1954, Texas Children’s has been leading the charge in patient care, education and research to accelerate health care for children and women around the world. When you love what you do, it truly shows in the smiles of our patient families, employees and our numerous accolades such as being consistently ranked as the best children’s hospital in Texas, and among the top in the nation by U.S. News & World Report as well as recognition from Houston Business Journal as one of this city’s Best Places to Work for ten consecutive years. 

Texas Children’s comprehensive health care network includes our primary hospital in the Texas Medical Center with expertise in over 40 pediatric subspecialties; the Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute (NRI); the Feigin Tower for pediatric research; Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women, a comprehensive obstetrics/gynecology facility focusing on high-risk births; Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus, a community hospital in suburban West Houston; Texas Children’s Hospital The Woodlands, the first hospital devoted to children’s care for communities north of Houston; and Texas Children’s Hospital North Austin, the new state-of-the-art facility providing world-class pediatric and maternal care to Austin and Central Texas families. We have also created Texas Children’s Health Plan, the nation’s first HMO focused on children; Texas Children’s Pediatrics, the largest pediatric primary care network in the country; Texas Children’s Urgent Care clinics that specialize in after-hours care tailored specifically for children; and a global health program that is channeling care to children and women all over the world. Texas Children’s Hospital is affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine, one of the largest, most diverse and successful pediatric programs in the nation. 

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