Program & Communications Specialist

Under the direction of the Division Administrator, we are seeking aProgram & Communications Specialist who will be responsible for providing communication and related administrative support to the Division of Nephrology. The Program & Communications Specialist will work closely with the Administrative Specialist in the Division, providing communications related support for projects and operational activities. Will act as a backup to the Administrative Specialist and serve as an administrative representative to the Division as needed. The Program & Communications Specialist will create thoughtful and engaging content and manage projects that amplify the mission and work of the Division. The Specialist will generate and execute cross-platform communications plans, develop strategic messaging and track engagement.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate content for messaging across platforms. Establish production calendars and maintain timelines.
• Develop messaging and manage social media, including engagement metrics. Coordinate with other JHU communications teams to amplify messaging.
• Manage media tracking from interview request through dissemination. Manage web content.
• Assist with History of Nephrology Project.
• Assist Administrative Specialist with collecting and organizing data relating to Kidney Center grant.
• Generate and maintain active Nephrology related lists relating, but not limited to active CV's, computer tracking, order tracking, faculty email lists.
• Help generate schedules and meetings.
• Assist with any visiting faculty, creating/adjusting schedules.
• Provide/act as backup to Administrative Specialist on other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, move about or sit for an extended period of time.
• Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard.
• Ability to see within normal parameters.
• Ability to hear within normal range.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.

• Bachelor's Degree in related field.
• Two years related experience.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

• Demonstrated ability to write engaging content clearly and concisely. Experience with web content management.
• Experience with social media and communications platforms.
• Prior/working knowledge of Microsoft office software.
• Experience with Graphic Design Software (Canva, photoshop)
• Highly organized and detail oriented. Must be able to work independently.
• Ability to manage multiple projects successfully. Proactive in anticipating communications needs.

Classified Title: Communications Specialist
Job Posting Title (Working Title):Program & Communications Specialist
Role/Level/Range: ATP/03/PB
Starting Salary Range: $46,200 - $80,800 Annually ($62,000 targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F; 8:30-5:00
Exempt Status:Exempt
Location:School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM DOM Nephrology
Personnel area: School of Medicine