Oregon Health & Science University
Director of Strategic Communications Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board
Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Overview
The Northwest Tribes have long recognized the need to exercise control over the design and development of health care delivery systems in their local communities. To this end, they formed the Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board (also referred to as NPAIHB or “the Board”) in 1972. Guided by a vision of “Health and Wellness for the Seventh Generation,” NPAIHB is a 501(c)3 designated (non-profit) organization and Tribal organization, P.L. 93-638, under the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA) serving the 43 federally recognized Tribes in the states of Idaho, Oregon, and Washington (Northwest Tribes). Tribes become voting members of the Board through resolutions passed by their governing body. Each Member Tribe designates a delegate to serve on the NPAIHB Board of Directors. Led by our Board of Directors, NPAIHB’s mission is to “eliminate health disparities and improve the quality of life of American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/AN) by supporting Northwest Tribes in their delivery of culturally appropriate, high-quality health programs and services.” We have a staff of over 120 professionals dedicated to advancing Tribal health for the 7th generation in the Pacific Northwest. Position Summary
The Director of Strategic Communication (DSC) is a senior leader responsible for the overall management, delivery, and strategic direction of the Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board’s (NPAIHB) internal and external communications (print, digital, and design). The DSC works in service to the 43 federally recognized tribes of Idaho, Oregon, and Washington by strengthening NPAIHB’s development of accurate, up-to-date, and culturally grounded health and organizational information. In partnership with the Executive Director, the DSC oversees the organization’s creative direction, communications strategy, and public relations strategy. As part of NPAIHB’s Management Team, the DSC works to meet organizational goals in alignment with NPAIHB’s 2025-2030 Strategic Plan, ensures operational efficiency and fiscal compliance, and fosters a positive and productive work environment. Part communications strategist, part creative director, key responsibilities for this role include team leadership, visual communication design, interactive design, technical writing (including copywriting and editing), brand management, media relations, strategic planning, financial management, and performance oversight. The DSC reports to the Executive Director and serves as a member of the Management Team. This position is based at NPAIHB’s offices in Portland, Oregon; the option of teleworking may be available with approval from the Executive Director. Local travel and/or overnight travel outside of the area is required approximately 20% of the time.
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The Northwest Tribes have long recognized the need to exercise control over the design and development of health care delivery systems in their local communities. To this end, they formed the Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board (also referred to as NPAIHB or “the Board”) in 1972. Guided by a vision of “Health and Wellness for the Seventh Generation,” NPAIHB is a 501(c)3 designated (non-profit) organization and Tribal organization, P.L. 93-638, under the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA) serving the 43 federally recognized Tribes in the states of Idaho, Oregon, and Washington (Northwest Tribes). Tribes become voting members of the Board through resolutions passed by their governing body. Each Member Tribe designates a delegate to serve on the NPAIHB Board of Directors. Led by our Board of Directors, NPAIHB’s mission is to “eliminate health disparities and improve the quality of life of American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/AN) by supporting Northwest Tribes in their delivery of culturally appropriate, high-quality health programs and services.” We have a staff of over 120 professionals dedicated to advancing Tribal health for the 7th generation in the Pacific Northwest. Position Summary
The Director of Strategic Communication (DSC) is a senior leader responsible for the overall management, delivery, and strategic direction of the Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board’s (NPAIHB) internal and external communications (print, digital, and design). The DSC works in service to the 43 federally recognized tribes of Idaho, Oregon, and Washington by strengthening NPAIHB’s development of accurate, up-to-date, and culturally grounded health and organizational information. In partnership with the Executive Director, the DSC oversees the organization’s creative direction, communications strategy, and public relations strategy. As part of NPAIHB’s Management Team, the DSC works to meet organizational goals in alignment with NPAIHB’s 2025-2030 Strategic Plan, ensures operational efficiency and fiscal compliance, and fosters a positive and productive work environment. Part communications strategist, part creative director, key responsibilities for this role include team leadership, visual communication design, interactive design, technical writing (including copywriting and editing), brand management, media relations, strategic planning, financial management, and performance oversight. The DSC reports to the Executive Director and serves as a member of the Management Team. This position is based at NPAIHB’s offices in Portland, Oregon; the option of teleworking may be available with approval from the Executive Director. Local travel and/or overnight travel outside of the area is required approximately 20% of the time.
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