Media Relations Manager
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- Oct 30, 2019 Post Date
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- 19004706 Requisition #
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as communications or public relations or equivalent amount of education and experience.
- Minimum of five years of media relations or public relations experience
- Experience working directly with journalists
- Experience in developing and implementing strategic communications plans
- Excellent oral and written communications skills
- Ability to effectively collaborate and work in a team environment
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships
- Ability to use a wide range of channels, media, and technology to tell stories (e.g., video, photography, podcasts, etc.)
- Self-motivated, thrives in a fast-paced environment, with the innate drive to learn and pick up new challenges
- Ability to work effectively with senior executives
- Ability to think strategically and creatively
Desirable Qualifications
- Professional experience in the health care industry
- Experience presenting to large groups
- Experience working in a large organization
- Proven ability to supervise staff
Application
Process: In
order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter (under
submission relevant materials) that clearly
address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this
position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14
calendar days. Applications will be accepted until at least 11:59 PM on Wednesday, November 13, 2019.
Successful candidates will be subject to a
criminal background check. This position
is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.