Job Description

General Summary

Supports the development and execution of strategic communications initiatives that reinforce our brand and system narrative, engage a wide variety of internal audiences and support WellSpan's priorities. Crafts clear, compelling communications across multiple channels and has an ability to support high-impact projects with both strategic understanding and strong tactical execution. Contributes to an integrated, collaborative, data-driven Internal Communications Team that is known for high reliability and excellence in execution. Must be exceptional interviewers and writers, enjoy executing events, and being part of a highly collaborative, innovative, and data-driven Marketing and Communications function.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Plans, writes, edits and produces content for internal audiences for various communications mediums, such as the intranet, emails and social media.
• Aids in the creative execution of internal communication activities to enhance team member engagement, including internal social content, articles, blog posts, podcasts, presentations, events, etc.
• Supports change management plans to assess business readiness, align stakeholders and inspire action.
• Coordinates the execution plan for special projects, special events and meetings to meet system goals and objectives.
• Participates in assessing the quality and effectiveness of communication efforts and contributes ideas for future activities.
• Continuously scans the internal and external environment/industry trends, understands the organization’s major strategic and operating priorities and helps to identify and recommend relevant communications opportunities to support organizational change and engage team members.
• Responsible for photography and videography of system functions and other related activities.
• Utilizes strong project management skills to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

Common Expectations:

• Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment and safety standards.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.
• Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
• Assists in proofreading, writing and idea development for internal communications projects.

Travel Requirements:

• Estimated Amount: 15% - Periodic travel required primarily for meetings, trainings, and periodic visits to clients, project sites, or system locations.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

• Bachelors Degree In Communications, Journalism or related field. Required

Work Experience:

• 5 years Experience in communications or related field. Required
• Communications experience in a large, complex healthcare organization. Preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent written/oral communications, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Strong computer skills and willingness to embrace new technology and artificial intelligence.
• Strong journalistic writing, copyediting and project management skills.
• Familiarity with internal communications platforms and tools (e.g., Yammer, intranet systems).
• Strong project management and organization abilities.

Benefits Offered:

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Education assistance
• Financial education and support, including DailyPay
• Expanded Paid Parental Leave

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