Digital Communications Specialist

The Kansas Health Institute (KHI) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan educational organization based in Topeka, Kansas, established in 1995 with a multi-year grant from the Kansas Health Foundation. As a growing organization, we are committed to improving the health of Kansans through nonpartisan research, education and engagement that support effective policymaking.

Position Summary

This position serves on the Strategic Communication and Engagement (SCE) team within KHI. The Digital Communications Specialist position has been newly created to focus on the management of website content and social media. This position will work closely with other SCE team members to promote KHI products and activities through website and social media posts. The role will also include the development of a strategic plan that includes growing existing engagement with these digital assets.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Other duties may be assigned as needed.

• Manage khi.org content, ensuring brand and style standards are met.
• Develop a strategic plan to grow website and social media engagement, including advertising and influencer marketing tactics.
• Manage all KHI social media platforms with daily posts that promote KHI products and activities, that align with the KHI mission and adhere to KHI brand standards.
• Evaluate and implement innovative multimedia strategies (videos, photography, instructional messages, use of interactive data, etc.).
• Work closely with KHI’s Business Strategy and Innovation division to identify opportunities to promote KHI’s lines of service to grow core and externally funded project opportunities.
• Provide staff training, as needed, on Digital Communications practices.
• Maintain Microsoft Teams editorial content and calendar specific to Digital Communications.
• Attend regular SCE and general staff meetings.
• Attend KHI and partner events to promote activities on the website and social media, in coordination with the rest of the SCE team.
• Work closely with the KHI Multimedia Specialist to customize communication assets for web and social purposes.
• Develop a network of digital communication experts (internally and externally) to further skill building.
• Ensure all KHI digital communication assets are fully accessible. Offer accessibility solutions and training to KHI staff members as they develop products.
• Create internal and external guidance for Digital Communications best practices.
• Engage in ongoing learning activities to build digital communication skills and leadership.
• Assist with launching and maintaining KHI’s intranet.

Skills:

• Strong written communication skills
• Interpersonal communication skills
• Computer proficiency – Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Cloud (including Premier and InDesign)
• Web development (preferred, but not required)
• Web accessibility (preferred, but not required)
• Creative thinking
• Proficient use of CMS systems (WordPress preferred, but not required)
• Time management, balancing priorities and deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Photography and/or video editing

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in communications, graphic design, advertising, public relations, marketing or related discipline required.

KHI’s Work Environment: Work is performed both in an office environment and remotely. Resources include a laptop computer, printer/copier, multi-line phone, Adobe Creative Cloud, accessibility tools and professional memberships. Ongoing professional development may include conference attendance, as budget allows. Attention may be required for multiple projects or assignments per day.

Compensation: Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The anticipated annual salary range at hiring for candidates meeting these qualifications is $55,529-$66,635. KHI provides benefits that include health insurance, retirement and other fringe benefits, paid parental and caregiver leave, an infant-at-work program, and resources for professional development.

To Apply: Please submit a letter of application with curriculum vitae, names of three references and samples of work by Friday, April 5 at 11:59 p.m. CDT.

For questions, please contact us at Careers@KHI.org.

Kansas Health Institute
212 SW 8th Avenue | Suite 300
Topeka, Kansas | 66603
​www.khi.org

KHI is a nonprofit, nonpartisan educational organization based in Topeka, Kansas, established in 1995 with a multi-year grant from the Kansas Health Foundation.

KHI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Topeka, KS 66603