Shawnee Christian Healthcare Center
Policy and Communications Coordinator
Shawnee Christian Healthcare Center, Mercerville-Hamilton Square, New Jersey, United States
POSITION TITLE
Policy and Communications Coordinator REPORTS TO
President/Chief Executive Officer STATUS
Full-time, Exempt REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Public Health, Communications, Marketing, and/or Public Relations required. Five to six (5-6) years’ experience required. Strong understanding of public policy and its impact on primary care delivery and community health, with proven experience in communications coordination. SKILLS
Expertise in analyzing and communicating policy and regulatory information. Excellent oral and written communications and research skills are a must. Outstanding organizational and planning abilities and command of the English language required. Experience in copywriting, editing, and website content development required. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are a must. Proficiency in MS Office, Publisher, and Canva required; working knowledge of photo and video-editing software is an asset. RESPONSIBILITIES
We are looking for an enthusiastic Policy and Communications Coordinator to lead NJPCA’s internal and external communications, publications, and media related. A successful candidate will take the lead in sharing key messages across multiple communication channels to reach target audiences. This role will promote and support Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) efforts to increase access to services for the medically underserved. Dedication to perform meaningful work around healthcare equality and openness to learn new skills are a must. DUTIES INCLUDE
Analyze how policy decisions impact FQHC operations, funding, and workforce, and help communicate those impacts to NJPCA leadership, members, and partners. Collaborate with NJPCA leadership to monitor the policy environment affecting FQHCs and support timely advocacy actions through alerts, comment letters, and coordinated communications with members and stakeholders. Maintain collaborative relationships with federal, state, and local legislators. Responsible for organizing annual U.S. Congressional meetings and the State Legislative Day at the Capitol. Assist with writing and assembling grant proposals to private sources (i.e. foundations and corporations) and government funding sources. Manage internal and external communications across newsletters, press releases, articles, and social media; write, edit, and coordinate content to support NJPCA’s messaging and initiatives. Develop original content, edit and finalize content for the publication of NJPCA’s e‑magazine. Coordinate website content strategy and management using WordPress, collaborating with program staff to maintain consistent messaging and highlight organizational initiatives and achievements. Foster relationships with advocates and stakeholders. Perform other duties as required. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to travel within the State, region and United States for meetings/conferences. SALARY
$60,000-65,000 per year CONTACT
Email resumes to jbaumann@njpca.org
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Policy and Communications Coordinator REPORTS TO
President/Chief Executive Officer STATUS
Full-time, Exempt REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Public Health, Communications, Marketing, and/or Public Relations required. Five to six (5-6) years’ experience required. Strong understanding of public policy and its impact on primary care delivery and community health, with proven experience in communications coordination. SKILLS
Expertise in analyzing and communicating policy and regulatory information. Excellent oral and written communications and research skills are a must. Outstanding organizational and planning abilities and command of the English language required. Experience in copywriting, editing, and website content development required. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are a must. Proficiency in MS Office, Publisher, and Canva required; working knowledge of photo and video-editing software is an asset. RESPONSIBILITIES
We are looking for an enthusiastic Policy and Communications Coordinator to lead NJPCA’s internal and external communications, publications, and media related. A successful candidate will take the lead in sharing key messages across multiple communication channels to reach target audiences. This role will promote and support Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) efforts to increase access to services for the medically underserved. Dedication to perform meaningful work around healthcare equality and openness to learn new skills are a must. DUTIES INCLUDE
Analyze how policy decisions impact FQHC operations, funding, and workforce, and help communicate those impacts to NJPCA leadership, members, and partners. Collaborate with NJPCA leadership to monitor the policy environment affecting FQHCs and support timely advocacy actions through alerts, comment letters, and coordinated communications with members and stakeholders. Maintain collaborative relationships with federal, state, and local legislators. Responsible for organizing annual U.S. Congressional meetings and the State Legislative Day at the Capitol. Assist with writing and assembling grant proposals to private sources (i.e. foundations and corporations) and government funding sources. Manage internal and external communications across newsletters, press releases, articles, and social media; write, edit, and coordinate content to support NJPCA’s messaging and initiatives. Develop original content, edit and finalize content for the publication of NJPCA’s e‑magazine. Coordinate website content strategy and management using WordPress, collaborating with program staff to maintain consistent messaging and highlight organizational initiatives and achievements. Foster relationships with advocates and stakeholders. Perform other duties as required. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to travel within the State, region and United States for meetings/conferences. SALARY
$60,000-65,000 per year CONTACT
Email resumes to jbaumann@njpca.org
#J-18808-Ljbffr