Marketing and Communications Project Specialist

DaVita Kidney Care

81d • $68,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The Marketing & Communications Project Specialist is an important member of the Project Management Office (PMO), supporting both project and program-level initiatives that drive key business priorities. This individual coordinates timelines, deliverables and stakeholder communication to ensure effective execution across marketing and communications initiatives. The Project Specialist will gain exposure to program-level work by assisting with cross-functional efforts, preparing documentation, and helping to connect interrelated projects. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, eager to grow into larger program management responsibilities, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Marketing, Communications, Business, Organizational Leadership)
• 1-3+ years of experience in project coordination, marketing/communications, or related field
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Asana, or similar)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to project or program management practices (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies)
• Experience in a matrixed or cross-functional work environment
• Interest in pursuing project/program management certifications (e.g., CAPM, PMP)

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end project execution, including scope, schedules, deliverables, and reporting.
• Support with broader program planning, connecting project-level work to overall objectives.
• Translate goals into actionable steps, monitor progress, escalate risks or barriers, and help to identify potential solutions for leaders.
• Maintain accurate documentation, trackers, and dashboards (e.g., Smartsheet, Microsoft Office).
• Partner with cross-functional teams across the Village, specifically marketing, communications, creative, digital, analytics, operations, and other business functions, as well as external vendors, to ensure alignment and delivery.
• Provide clear, timely updates to stakeholders on project and program deliverables.
• Assist in preparing progress/outcomes presentations, reports, and executive updates.
• Help facilitate meetings by documenting next steps, following up on action items, and ensuring alignment across participants.
• Contribute to developing and refining frameworks, templates, and processes that support program consistency and scalability.
• Capture lessons learned and share insights to strengthen team efficiency.
• Apply data and feedback to identify opportunities for improvement, recommending enhancements with support.
• Build trust-based relationships across functions, demonstrating accountability and teamwork.
• Actively engage in DaVita’s Core Values, contributing to a positive and collaborative culture.
• Pursue learning opportunities in program and project management methodologies, applying skills to expand responsibilities.
• Demonstrate resilience, adaptability, and a growth mindset in managing shifting priorities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
• Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more
• Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita’s online training platform StarLearning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees