Stanford University
Communications Specialist (CPQCC & CMQCC)_
Stanford University, Stanford, California, United States,
Communications Specialist (CPQCC & CMQCC)**School of Medicine, Stanford, California, United States****New**CommunicationsPost Date 3 days agoRequisition # 103668The Communications Specialist will work collaboratively to support the two multistakeholder collaborative organizations, California Maternal Quality Care Collaborative (CMQCC) and California Perinatal Quality Care Collaborative (CPQCC). In coordination with CMQCC and CPQCC clinical and administrative leaders, and under the direction of the Communications Manager, this position will assist with executing all communications strategies to elevate awareness and understanding of clinical practice, quality improvement, and birth equity opportunities and improvements among key audiences regionally and nationally.The Communications Specialist will write, edit, and design communications materials, assist with supporting the marketing of priority programs and initiatives, develop and maintain messaging and distribute reports, newsletters, event invitations and other communications to key audiences through all digital communications channels. This role will assist with content management of the organization website and identify strategies to layout and develop content in compelling and intuitive formats. The Communications Specialist will participate in the development and/or contribute to outreach strategy related to program development, partnership, and project funding. This role will coordinate, along with the Communications Manager, with the communications teams at the Stanford School of Medicine (SoM) and University Office of Communications. Please note: All news releases on research published/appearing in scientific journals will be written by the science writer in the SoM and be distributed by that office. All news releases are distributed through the OCPA.The Department of Pediatrics, Division of Neonatal and Developmental Medicine aims to provide optimum state-of-the-art care for critically ill and recovering neonates and infants. We are dedicated to the School of Medicine’s mission of advancing and exploring innovative and novel biomedical, translational, and clinical research and education through the nurturing stimulation of interactions among basic and clinical scientists, clinicians, and educators throughout the School of Medicine and University, as well as with the private and public sectors. Through our integrated research, education, patient, and community outreach programs, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic medicine and patient care. A component of the Division are the Perinatal Programs: Mid-Coastal California Perinatal Outreach Program (MCCPOP), **California Maternal Quality Care Collaborative** (CMQCC) and **California Perinatal Quality Care Collaboratives** (CPQCC).CPQCC’s mission is to improve the quality and equity of health care delivery for California’s most vulnerable infants and their families, from birth and NICU stay to early childhood. We work with our members to determine, implement, and sustain best practices to improve outcomes and reduce disparities in care for families and infants, providing rapid cycle data, quality improvement tools, and strategies for clinicians to improve perinatal outcomes. Since its inception, CMQCC’s mission has been to end preventable morbidity, mortality, and racial disparities in California maternity care. Through many partnerships, CMQCC’s quality improvement toolkits and collaboratives have been successful in lowering maternal mortality rates in California.Duties include:+ Develop, execute and assist with written communications of moderate complexity, including presentations, speeches, news stories, web content, talking points, and social media posts.+ Participate in regular meetings of key researchers, clinical teams, and program leaders to develop strategies and tactics for facilitating effective communications.+ Assist in preparing content for internal or external newsletters, annual reports and toolkits for hospitals or other providers. Understand email and digital content distribution.+ Identify individuals/groups to attend and/or speak at public meetings or other events.+ Other duties may also be assignedStanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the University reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs. The pay range for this position working in the California Bay Area is between $69,100 to $103,548 based on commensurate experience and background.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:+ Master’s degree in communications preferred+ Knowledge of electronic communication tools+ Demonstrated knowledge of health equity and how it applies to strategic communications+ Experience with the strategic design, implementation, management, and optimization of marketing campaigns for maximum impact+ Experience with website information architecture and design concepts+ Excellent writing and presentation skills, ability to edit scientific text and educational materials to ensure clear and concise communication of concepts+ Project management experience and skills+ Proven ability to work collaboratively with leadership and staff on multiple, competing projects+ Ability to manage vendor evaluation and procurement processEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):+ Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):+ Excellent written communication skills, and skills in copyediting and proofreading.+ Demonstrated interpersonal skills in working with a variety of people.+ Capacity to write and synthesize materials and communicate information in a manner easily understood.+ Experience with HTML.+ Ability to work collaboratively with internal communications groups across campus.CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:NonePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:+ Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.+ Frequently stand/walk, sit, use a telephone, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, speaking.+ Occasionally grasp forcefully, writing by hand.+ Rarely sort/file paperwork.* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of their job.WORKING CONDITIONS:+ Occasional work on evenings and weekends.+ Rarely, on call and able to respond 24/7 in case of unforeseen technical issues, such as with the website._~ All members of the Department of Pediatrics are engaged in continuous learning and improvement to foster a culture where diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice are central to all aspects of our work. The Department collectively and publicly commits to continuously promoting anti-racism and equity through its policies, programs, and practices at all levels. ~_Additional Information+ **Schedule: Full-time**+ **Job Code: 4262**+ **Employee Status: Regular**+ **Grade: H**+ **Department URL:** **tanford.edu/**+ **Requisition ID: 103668**+ **Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible**