Children's Wisconsin is hiring: External Communication Specialist- Senior in Mil

External Communication Specialist - Senior

Location: Hybrid and must be local to Milwaukee to provide support

Join the mission at Children's Wisconsin. Our communications team is seeking a dedicated External Communications Specialist to help share the stories that define our commitment to children and families. Apply today to become a part of our life-changing work.

Overview

Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

What you will do

• Lead the development and implementation of communication strategies to proactively tell the Children’s Wisconsin Hospital story, enhance the system\'s reputation and build the brand.
• Consult with health system leaders, entities, and Communication team members to develop communication plans related to specific programs, issues and events.
• Provide communication consultation to leaders and staff.
• Lead communication planning and execution for patients and families.
• Write stories, releases, copy, messages and other external communications for various system needs.
• Develop relationships with local, regional and national print, broadcast and social media outlets as well as community representatives to raise awareness about Children’s Wisconsin CHW programs and services.
• Research health system stories and angles to communicate to external audiences, in collaboration with Brand and Digital Marketing teams.

What you will need

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, public relations, communications or related areas of study or equivalent.
• Minimum of seven years of experience in a communications, public relations or related role with demonstrated experience in media relations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience in writing and editing copy.
• Interpersonal skills to speak effectively to individuals and groups as a representative of the health system.
• Ability to translate technical information for various audiences.
• Demonstrated skills in developing and maintaining relationships with media and community representatives.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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