Communications Manager- ICHI (Springdale, AR))

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Key Responsibilities

Develop and manage marketing plans and strategies for community-based programs; ensure creativity, effectiveness, and measurable impact. Oversee design and creative development of outreach materials,

Requirements Summary

Minimum Qualifications: Associate: Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field plus two (2) years' of project/program manager experience.

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MarketingPR Specialist

10/28/2026

Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Requirements

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Associate: Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field plus two (2) years' of project/program manager experience.
Five (5) plus years of marketing, communications, or program management experience, preferably in community-based or public-interest environments.

Experience in a public-health or community-based setting.
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite.
Knowledge of audience research and outreach best practices for public engagement.

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This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

We are seeking a dedicated Communications Manager to join our Institute for Community Health Innovation (ICHI) Marketing and Communications team. Based in Springdale, AR, you will translate our community health initiatives into compelling stories and strategic content across multiple platforms, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and impact.

In this role, you will:
• Plan, develop, and publish engaging content that highlights ICHI’s research, programs, and community impact.
• Create multimedia storytelling through written features, social media, podcasts, and video; translate data into accessible narratives.
• Collaborate with design and multimedia staff to ensure content meets brand standards, accessibility, and user experience best practices.
• Develop and execute comprehensive communications plans aligned with program goals; monitor outcomes and refine strategies.
• Deliver reports and presentations to investigators, leadership, and external partners; support dissemination of findings and program success.

The ideal candidate brings experience crafting stories across formats, proficiency with social media and digital production, and the ability to tailor messages for various audiences. If you excel at storytelling, content strategy, and cross-functional collaboration, we want to hear from you.

Join us in advancing community health innovation through strategic, impactful communications. Apply today to make an impact!

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience creating content across multiple formats (written, digital, video, social).
Strong storytelling ability with a portfolio of published work.
Proficiency with social media management tools, basic graphic/video editing, and data visualization.
Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines; strong organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment; attention to detail and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

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→Develop and manage marketing plans and strategies for community-based programs; ensure creativity, effectiveness, and measurable impact.
→Oversee design and creative development of outreach materials, curricula, and presentations to reach target populations.
→Create institute storytelling content across written, digital, and social platforms; showcase program impact.
→Support dissemination projects, producing data-driven reflections and impact reports.
→Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment, consistency, and timely delivery of communications.
→Other duties as assigned.

Commensurate with education and experience

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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

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