Manager, Communications Eye Bank Bascom Palmer Eye Institute

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The University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for Manager, Communications for the Eye Bank with Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, Florida.

The Manager, Communications manages the development and execution of communication strategies in furtherance of the organization’s mission and goals.  Moreover, the Manager, Communications collaborates with other departments to ensure a unified message.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS                                                                                                          

• Develops and edits print and online advertising and email marketing.

• Oversees website management and content development.

• Monitors the content of all press releases and other internal and external communications.

• Engages in marketing budget development and cost tracking.

• Aids in the preparation of presentations and/or speeches geared towards employees.

• Works in conjunction with the various departments in campaign development through implementation.

• Corresponds with employees and external stakeholders regarding organizational developments.

• Creates strategies to increase employee and external awareness of organizational activities, etc.

• Acts as liaison to and maintains positive relationships with the media and other interested parties.

• Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures. 

• Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                         

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Certification and Licensing:

Not Applicable

Experience:

Minimum 4 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Knowledge of business and management principles.

• Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.

• Ability to establish department goals, and objectives that support the strategic plan.

• Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others.

• Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and train others.

Department Specific Functions

1. Manage outside marketing consultants to oversee all communications, including newsletters, annual report, donor cards, brochures, and other publications.

2. Set up and attend community events and other meetings to present programs or to supervise displays that educate other professions and the public about the mission of the Eye Bank.

3. Manage the Eye Bank’s website and social media to ensure that the content, including text and images, is updated periodically.

4. Assist Executive Director with building relationships with current board members, past presidents, Lions Club members and assist the Executive Director in preparing for Board Meetings and Lions events, including the Installation Dinner.

5. Assist the Executive Director and Technical Director in maintaining professional relationships with Hospitals, Hospices, and Funeral Homes to help maximize the recovery of eyes ocular tissues.

6. Assist Executive Director with developing and distributing marketing materials for prospective and current surgeons and assist in the preparation of materials and displays for conferences.

7. Assist Executive Director with Correspondence to Donor Families and Recipients, as needed.

8. Organize and assist with tours of the eye bank laboratories and offices.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

H8