Manager of Public Affairs - Philanthropy

Texas Children's Hospital•Houston, TX

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About The Position

Texas Children’s Hospital is seeking a Manager of Public Affairs focused on Philanthropy. This strategic communications leader develops and drives integrated communications, media, and storytelling strategies that advance philanthropic priorities and fundraising goals. The role plans, executes, and evaluates initiatives to elevate donor engagement, strengthen the organization’s reputation, and increase awareness of philanthropy’s impact inside and outside the organization. The Manager partners with executive leadership, clinical and research teams, philanthropy leaders, donor relations, marketing, and external stakeholders to shape strategic narratives, identify opportunities for visibility and growth, and align philanthropic objectives with organizational priorities. The position oversees multi-channel communications programs supporting fundraising campaigns, donor stewardship, thought leadership, and institutional advancement. It also provides guidance and mentorship to team members, contributors, and external agency partners as appropriate.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Public Affairs, or a related field.
At least 7 years of experience in strategic communications, public relations, public affairs, healthcare communications, philanthropy communications, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience developing and executing integrated communications strategies.
Experience creating compelling written content for diverse audiences, including executive leadership and external stakeholders.
Strong understanding of media relations, brand messaging, and multi-channel communications.
Proven ability to manage complex projects and collaborate across multiple departments.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting fundraising campaigns, donor communications, nonprofit organizations, or philanthropic initiatives.
Experience in healthcare, academic medicine, research institutions, or similarly complex organizations.
Ability to advise senior leaders and navigate a large, matrixed organizational environment.
Experience translating complex clinical, scientific, or technical information into engaging stories.
Experience developing executive communications, media strategies, and high-visibility organizational initiatives.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement communications strategies that advance philanthropic priorities, fundraising campaigns, and organizational initiatives.
Advise philanthropy and executive leadership on messaging, visibility opportunities, and stakeholder engagement.
Identify opportunities to elevate Texas Children’s philanthropic mission through communications and public affairs initiatives.
Ensure communications align with organizational priorities, brand standards, and fundraising objectives.
Develop narratives highlighting the impact of philanthropic investments on patients, families, research, and healthcare innovation.
Partner with fundraising and donor relations teams on communications for donor cultivation, stewardship, engagement, and retention.
Guide development of donor proposals, case statements, impact reports, and other donor-facing materials.
Work with clinical, research, and operational teams to translate complex information into accessible stories that inspire philanthropic support.
Develop and execute media relations strategies to raise awareness of philanthropic initiatives, transformational gifts, and fundraising milestones.
Cultivate relationships with media outlets, community stakeholders, and external partners to identify earned media opportunities.
Prepare press materials, executive talking points, briefing documents, and strategic messaging.
Provide communications guidance on sensitive or high-profile initiatives in coordination with organizational leadership.
Lead content development across digital platforms, social media, publications, fundraising campaigns, and executive communications.
Establish editorial priorities and content calendars for timely, consistent, and impactful communications.
Partner with internal creative, digital, and marketing teams to deliver cohesive, high-quality communications.
Evaluate content performance and audience engagement to improve communications effectiveness.
Lead communications projects involving philanthropy, marketing, donor relations, clinical leadership, and external partners.
Build stakeholder relationships and influence communications priorities across teams.
Manage multiple projects, deadlines, and competing priorities while maintaining quality and attention to detail.
Establish measurable goals, track communications outcomes, and recommend improvements.
Provide guidance and mentorship to team members, contributors, and external agency partners as appropriate.