Public Affairs Specialist

We Are LifeLink…

Our Vision is to maximize the gift of life while giving hope to donor families and transplant patients. Our Mission is to honor donors and save lives through organ and tissue donation.

Our Values are: Compassion. Excellence. Legacy. People. Quality.

Why choose LifeLink?   We offer the following:

• Amazing culture since 1982
• Company paid Medical, Dental, Disability & Life Insurance
• Generous company paid Pension Plan for your Retirement
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days & Holidays
• Encouraging career track
• Fitness Membership Reimbursement
  …much more!

Join our team of dedicated professionals who are committed to saving lives.

Summary:

Primary responsibility is to work within established LifeLink Foundation policies, procedures, and protocols to function as a public educator within the designated service area or territory. Through the application of approved public affairs program standards, establish positive community relationships; facilitate and implement activities, events and programs related to organ donor registration initiatives and community outreach to various target audiences.

Responsibilities:

1. Secure and participate in general public education speaking, health fair, and other opportunities, as well as build relationships with community partners.
2. In conjunction with Public Affairs leadership, assist with development of the communication plan for public education.
3. Implement public education campaigns and initiatives, including those related to local and national observances, within a defined service area or territory.
4. Compose and deliver formal Public Affairs presentations, both verbally and in writing.
5. Support volunteer program through meeting facilitation, recruitment, and relationship building in defined area, in conjunction with the Public Affairs coordinator who oversees volunteer programs and identify opportunities for volunteer deployment.
6. Support OPO professional programs in assistance with the Public Affairs coordinator who serves as liaison to the OPO to implement public education efforts within OPO professional settings.
7. Implement education programs, workplace partnership for life, youth education, faith outreach and other similar opportunities as assigned.
8. Actively participate with state team as well as a LifeLink representative to Donate Life America.
9. Maintain tracking and evaluation systems to assess results of Public Affairs activities and donor registrations.
10. Assist with completion of reporting and dashboard maintenance related to Public Affairs activities.
11. Complete other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

1. Ability to communicate using both written and verbal skills.
2. Knowledge normally acquired through the completion of a four-year college program preferably in healthcare related Public Affairs and/or marketing.
3. Ability to apply sound judgement, maintaining an open line of communication with supervisor.
4. Ability to effectively interact with management, staff, and outside contacts.
5. Requires ability to meet deadlines and be detail oriented.
6. Creativity used when implementing special projects.
7. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
8. Demonstrated experience developing community-based programs and events.
9. Must have reliable vehicle with good driving record and current state/commonwealth license.
10. Ability to lift and transport up to 40lbs, with assistance utilizing appropriate equipment.
11. Puerto Rico Only: Must be fully bilingual – written and verbal English/Spanish.

Working Conditions

Pleasant, team-oriented working environment.  Routinely works customary hours although deadlines, special events, presentations, etc. may require extended working hours.  Some travel required.  Routine confidentiality must be practiced.

OSHA Risk Classification:  Low

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.