Communications and Development Specialist - Dean's Office
UCLA
Application
Details
Posted: 26-Mar-25
Location: Los Angeles, California
Internal Number: 146855201
Description
The Communications and Development Specialist represents an important position within the Global Health Program (GHP). Specifically, the Communications and Development Specialist will play a key role in managing GHP’s communications to all audiences, including the wider UCLA community, donors, and other external stakeholders. The Communications and Development Specialist will work closely with the GHP Director to develop a structured and cohesive strategy and operational plan to communicate a wide range of activities within the UCLA global health community to diverse audiences. The Specialist will also work closely with the GHP Director to develop and implement a strategy on current and new donor outreach and relationship management, among other tasks. This position requires adaptability and flexibility, as GHP continues to evolve and expand its programming. We anticipate increased opportunities for philanthropically driven programmatic growth over the next several years.
Salary Range: $76,200 - $158,800 Annually
Qualifications
All Preferred:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and/or equivalent experience/training
At least 5 years of work experience, preferably in health/global public health sector or in communications, with specific advanced skills in developing written, visual, social media, and other forms of materials to publicize and garner positive attention to an organization or unit’s portfolio of programming
Exceptional interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively, diplomatically, and cooperatively with a wide range of international, domestic, and UC leadership, faculty, staff, administrators, and collaborators
Outstanding attention to detail
Analytical and proactive thinking
Experience with marketing and/or public relations
Proficient with Microsoft Office programs
Proficient with creating professional PowerPoint presentations with animations
Proficient with website management
Exceptional writing skills
Excellent organizational and organizational management skills
Ability to travel internationally, as needed
Able to work independently and meet strict deadlines
Team player and culturally sensitive/competent
Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
Experience in academic medicine or with non-profit health organization
At UCLA Health, you can help heal humankind, one patient at a time by improving health, alleviating suffering and delivering acts of kindness. As you do, you’ll achieve great things in your life and your career. We’re a world-class health organization with four hospitals consistently recognized among the nation’s very best as well as an internationally-renowned medical school, primary and specialty care clinics and much more. Within our dynamic, innovative and growing organization, you’ll find exceptional opportunities to make the most of your abilities in a supportive, empowering and inclusive environment. If you embrace our values of Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Teamwork, Excellence and Discovery we invite you to see all you can accomplish at UCLA Health.
