Centene
healthcare
Director,Media&PublicRelations
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“Director, Media & Public Relations at Centene. Skills: media strategies, public relations plans, media relations, public relations. Oversee the development and implementation of media strategies and public relations plans to engage and educate external audiences on Centene’s mission, vision, goals and progress. Promote local, regional and national awareness of Centene’s policies, values, and mission to a diverse audience including the media, general public, government and healthcare communities”
What You'll Achieve.
engage and educate external audiences on Centene’s mission, vision, goals and progress; Promote local, regional and national awareness of Centene’s policies, values, and mission; continuously grow the positive reputation of the corporation
Industry & Context.
Analyze the reporting of industry and competitive news that impact the organization, its subsidiaries and/or the industry and recommend action plans
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or related field, 7+ years of media relations or public relations experience, Experience pitching issues and stories to top-tier and trade media outlets, Outstanding communications skills (oral, written, and presentation), Excellent organizational and planning able to work quickly under pressure, managing and prioritizing multiple assignments, Demonstrated experience leading a team in a fast-paced environment
Nice to Have
Experience working in a managed care, insurance, or healthcare environment preferred, Public or media relations agency experience is a plus
What You'll Do.
Oversee the development and implementation of media strategies and public relations plans to engage and educate external audiences on Centene’s mission
regional and national awareness of Centene’s policies
and mission to a diverse audience including the media
government and healthcare communities
Develop and implement media and public relations strategies
Represent Centene at media and public events
Oversee the development of target media lists
proposals for news stories
and coordinate media interviews and speaking opportunities with company executives
Oversee the Development and communication of Centene’s strategic goals and tactical responses
Ensure the media distribution of press clippings are timely and efficient and cover all relevant areas
issues and subsidiaries
Analyze the reporting of industry and competitive news that impact the organization
its subsidiaries and/or the industry and recommend action plans
Build and maintain relationships with key media partners and continuously grow the positive reputation of the corporation
Work closely with CCO to develop and execute high-quality media programs from conception to execution to placement
Develop relationships with trade
national and international media
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with CCO to develop and execute high-quality media programs
Communication Scope
Outstanding communications skills (oral, written, and presentation)
Process & Methodology
planning, managing and prioritizing multiple assignments
Full Job Description
You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members. Centene is transforming the health of our communities, one person at a time. As a diversified, national organization, you’ll have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility. **Position Purpose:** Oversee the development and implementation of media strategies and public relations plans to engage and educate external audiences on Centene’s mission, vision, goals and progress. Promote local, regional and national awareness of Centene’s policies, values, and mission to a diverse audience including the media, general public, government and healthcare communities. * Develop and implement media and public relations strategies. * Represent Centene at media and public events * Oversee the development of target media lists, proposals for news stories, and coordinate media interviews and speaking opportunities with company executives * Oversee the Development and communication of Centene’s strategic goals and tactical responses * Ensure the media distribution of press clippings are timely and efficient and cover all relevant areas, issues and subsidiaries * Analyze the reporting of industry and competitive news that impact the organization, its subsidiaries and/or the industry and recommend action plans * Oversee the development and implementation of media and public relations strategies * Oversee the development of target media lists, proposals for news stories, and coordinating media interviews with company executives * Build and maintain relationships with key media partners and continuously grow the positive reputation of the corporation * Work closely with CCO to develop and execute high-quality media programs from conception to execution to placement * Develop strong relationships with trade, national and international media **Education/Experience:** Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or related field. 7+ years of media relations or publi
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