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winner. Top Workplaces Industry awards celebrate organizations that have built people-first workplace cultures within their sector. The award marks them as an employer of choice for those seeking employment in the industry. Details about how Van Diest Medical Center builds a great workplace culture are available at: https://topworkplaces.com/company/van-diest-medical-center/. The Communications Specialist is primarily responsible for coordinating external and internal communications and establishing positive associations with the public and/or mass media on behalf of Van Diest Medical Center.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

: Create company literature and other forms of communication (e.g. press releases, media content, newsletter content, social media content, website content) Work closely with staff and physicians to gather content for use on organizational channels Create and design marketing and promotional materials, both print and electronic Development/maintenance of VDMC website Copy, edit, proofread and revise communications Build and manage social media platforms (e.g. Facebook, Twitter) on behalf of VDMC Develop effective communication strategies to promote VDMC Manage internal communications (memos, newsletters, hospital-wide emails etc.) Organize initiatives and assist in planning events on behalf of VDMC Collaborate with marketing professionals to produce copy for advertisements or articles Assist in communication of strategies or messages from senior leadership Assist in coordinating and executing a comprehensive marketing and branding program Ensure the integrity of hospital representation at all times (e.g., proper use/placement of logo) Assist in developing joint promotional and/or educational activities with community Support, promote, and communicate the mission, vision and value statement of VDMC Facilitate effective and positive communication with VDMC and its public Other duties as assigned by supervisor

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

: Demonstrates professional organizational skills; prioritizes workload, coordinates accurate scheduling of appointments and meetings and demonstrates efficient utilization of resources. Participates in self-directed learning and in continuing education to meet own development and departmental requirements. Attends and successfully completes all required annual education within the time frame as defined within the organization. Monday-Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm (flexible) with minimal hours outside of this schedule for various events. Requirements BS/BA in Public Relations, Communications or relevant field required Experience in copywriting and editing Experience in graphic design and creative layout Solid understanding of project management principles Working knowledge of MS Office, Adobe, Canva; experience with photo and video-editing software is an asset Excellent communication (oral and written) and presentation skills Outstanding organizational and planning abilities Proficient command of English Experience in web design and content production is a plus

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

: This position requires superior communication skills, both verbal and written, exceptional planning and organizational capabilities A college education (B.S. or B.A. degree) in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications or similar degree is required. Previous marketing and public relations experience required.

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