Outreach and Communications Manager for Rural Health Transformation

CDC Foundation•Connecticut, CT

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The CDC Foundation is seeking an Outreach and Communications Manager for Rural Health Transformation to support the State of Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS). This position will report to the Project Director of Rural Health Transformation in the Division of Rural Health Transformation in the DSS Commissioner's Office. The Outreach and Communications Manager will support communications, public engagement, and outreach for the Connecticut Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). Under the direction of the Project Director of Rural Health Transformation, with additional project-specific supervision from both Project Deputy Directors, this position will provide communications and outreach support for RHTP projects assigned to DSS as well as general communications support for the Division of Rural Health Transformation in concert with DSS’ Communications and Legislative Affairs team. This position is currently a hybrid position. This role may require statewide travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field; and
8+ years professional experience.

Nice To Haves

Developing and implementing internal and external communications plans;
Strong oral and written communication, including writing, editing, presenting, and storytelling;
Public relations/communications involving a variety of internal and external stakeholders, especially in or related to local, state or federal government;
Customer service and problem solving; and
Demonstrated digital Literacy proficiency including email marketing and social media.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage the strategic communication plan for the overall RHTP and specific RHTP initiatives implemented by DSS;
Develop, implement, and coordinate communications and briefings for internal and external stakeholders, including state agencies, Congressional and state legislators and legislative delegations, healthcare providers, municipal and regional government agencies, community-based organizations, and other community partners;
Prepare, edit, and present reports and updates for internal and external stakeholders, such as slide decks, talking points, presentation notes, website updates, social media posts, newsletters, press releases, press conferences;
Acting in concert with DSS’ Communications team, establish and maintain strong working relationships with media outlets to maximize opportunities for engagement on Rural Health Transformation topics.
Support active communications and stakeholder engagement, including engaging with and providing leadership and staff support to a newly created Rural Health Transformation Advisory Council and Regional Collaboratives;
Manage public inquiries, email lists, and other incoming communications requests;
Pilot and test new, innovative strategies for public engagement so that DSS and its sister RHTP implementing agencies can reach key interested stakeholders living in Northeast and Northwest Connecticut;
When directed by DSS RHTP leadership, oversee contracted partners relevant to outreach and communications, including but not limited to the RHTP evaluation contractor;
Manage the RHTP brand identity and visual standards across all channels, including managing review when required by the federal government in accordance with RHTP award terms and conditions.