Communications consultant job description

+ This individual will be responsible for creating communications materials, including communication plans, strategic leadership messaging, employee communications, press releases and blog posts.

+ They will cultivate relationships with company leadership, project stakeholders, media outlets and manage the successful execution of various communications campaigns for internal and external audiences.

+ This individual must be highly organized with an ability to plan effectively and must be experienced at overseeing successful projects that required collaborating with multiple stakeholders both within and outside the organization.
+ Develop and execute communication strategies aligned with overall business goals and priorities.

+ Support the full a Telecommunications and Media company of global integrated communication initiatives including employee, customer, sales, executive thought leadership, digital and social.

+ Serve as advisor and partner to clients, at all levels of the business to develop communications strategies and adapt communications execution on an ongoing basis to engage target audiences.

+ Write and edit employee, sales and customer messaging, press releases, media advisories, briefings, statements, social posts, presentations and speeches and manage designated state and local media relations opportunities.

+ Have a strong understanding of how to engage target audiences with messaging across various communication channels.

Requirements

+ Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism or a related field preferred.

+ At least five years of relevant progressive experience in a communications or related position.

+ Excellent written and oral communications skills with professional writing and editing experience and the ability to make complex information relatable to a variety of audiences.

+ Excellent editing and proofreading skills are a must.

+ Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills with excellent project management experience.

+ Ability to think critically and independently.

+ Self-starter who can work independently or support others when necessary.

+ Excellent interpersonal skills and a strong sense of teamwork and collaboration.

+ The Senior Communications Consultant for Lumen (NYSE: Client) will be an employee communications, public relations and media relations professional with exceptional writing, editing skills, social and multimedia skills.

As an equal opportunity employer, ICONMA prides itself on creating an employment environment that supports and encourages the abilities of all persons regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, or disability.

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• Bachelor's Degree (or higher) OR 6+ years of communications experience
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• 2+ years of experience with communications plan development
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• 2+ years of project management experience
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• 2+ years of writing experience in marketing, communications or public relations
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• 2+ years of experience in the healthcare or insurance industry
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• 2+ years of experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), data tracking systems, and Adobe Master Collection programs including video/audio file editing and file conversion
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• Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential job function of this role. Candidates located in states that mandate COVID-19 booster doses must also comply with those state requirements. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state, and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination, and boosters when applicable, prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
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To protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles and locations require full COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters, as an essential job function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all federal, state, and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary information from candidates prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an employment offer or termination of employment.

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Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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The Grant Writer/Editor position represents an essential component of the Division of Research's grant proposal effort. This position ensures DOR's ongoing financial success by writing, rewriting, and/or editing to help researchers produce grant proposals and manuscripts that are clear, persuasive, and responsive to funders' priorities.

In addition to the responsibilities listed below, this position is responsible for developing and translating the communication strategy for large and complex projects, creating and driving internal communications plans and content, supporting and advising leadership in the development of communications, and collaborating across stakeholders to coordinate communications.
Essential Responsibilities:

+ Practices self-leadership and promotes learning in others by building relationships with cross-functional stakeholders; communicating information and providing advice to drive projects forward; influencing team members within assigned unit; listening and responding to, seeking, and addressing performance feedback; adapting to competing demands and new responsibilities; providing feedback to others, including upward feedback to leadership and mentoring junior team members; creating and executing plans to capitalize on strengths and develop weaknesses; and adapting to and learning from change, difficulties, and feedback.

+ Conducts or oversees business-specific projects by applying deep expertise in subject area; promoting adherence to all procedures and policies; developing work plans to meet business priorities and deadlines; determining and carrying out processes and methodologies; coordinating and delegating resources to accomplish organizational goals; partnering internally and externally to make effective business decisions; solving complex problems; escalating issues or risks as appropriate; monitoring progress and results; recognizing and capitalizing on improvement opportunities; and evaluating recommendations made by others.

+ Leads the implementation of communication efforts by consulting with stakeholders on change management and implementation strategies; assessing effectiveness of communications and making modifications as necessary; monitoring key performance indicators and ongoing effectiveness of communications; ensuring communication plans are implemented on time, on budget, and within agreed upon specifications; and performing strategic issue management on a 24-hour/on-call basis as needed.

+ Leads communication activities by providing support to internal and/or external stakeholders; managing and maintaining vendor relationships; defining and communicating the KP brand to ensure positive reputation and recognition; ensuring communications align with KP standards; and ensuring communication activities and performance metrics are documented and tracked.

+ Leads communications by writing, editing, and producing complex content for KP communications programs and projects; proofreading and coordinating production of communications materials; ensuring final placement and distribution of materials; updating content on client-specific and internal/external channels; and ensuring content is consistent with the Kaiser Permanente brand and editorial guidelines in terms of tone, manner, and messaging.

+ Leads the development of strategic communication plans by consulting with clients and stakeholders to identify business objectives, key performance indicators, and communication requirements; gathering and analyzing data and information; obtaining input and resources to fulfill communication plan objectives; ensuring plans are aligned with the organizational strategy; managing project schedules; providing input into budget; identifying and leveraging appropriate audiences and channels; influencing stakeholders on strategic direction, and providing strategic support on a variety of organizational initiatives.

+ Manages complex projects or project components by coordinating stakeholder contacts; assembling team based on project needs and team member strengths; consulting in the development, analysis, and management of project plans; and coordinating project schedules and resource forecasts.

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Minimum three (3) years experience in internal communications.

+ Minimum three (3) years experience in a leadership role with or without direct reports.

+ Bachelors degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Humanities, Business, Social Science, or related field and Minimum eight (8) years experience in communications, writing, marketing, or a directly related field. Additional equivalent work experience in a directly related field may be substituted for the degree requirement.

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Preferred Qualifications:

+ Two (2) years experience creating and executing stakeholder management plans.

+ Two (2) years experience supporting leadership communications.

+ Four (4) years professional experience in community management and the development of social media content.

+ Four (4) years professional experience in the development of digital or multi-media content.

+ Two (2) years in health care or another heavily regulated industry (e.g., Banking).

+ One (1) year experience managing operational or project budgets.

+ Three (3) years experience working in an organization with union represented employees.

+ Four (4) years project management experience.

+ Three (3) years experience working in a matrixed organization.

+ Three (3) years experience in change management or communications support.

+ Masters degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Humanities, Business, Social Science, or related field.

COMPANY: KAISER

TITLE: Communications Consultant V, Grant Writer/Editor

LOCATION: Oakland, California

REQNUMBER: 1078949

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.