HEALTHCARE EQUITY DATA ANALYST AND COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

HEALTHCARE EQUITY DATA ANALYST AND COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

Req #: 242561 Department: SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Job Location: Health Sciences Center, Remote/Hybrid Job Location Detail: Ability to work remotely, with occasional meetings required in person. Posting Date: 01/15/2025 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: $5,834 – $7,500 per month Other Compensation: Shift: First Shift Benefits: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. 

Req #: 242561 Department: SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Job Location: Health Sciences Center, Remote/Hybrid Job Location Detail: Ability to work remotely, with occasional meetings required in person. Posting Date: 01/15/2025 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: $5,834 – $7,500 per month Other Compensation: Shift: First Shift Benefits: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. 

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. 

The School of Medicine has an outstanding opportunity for a Healthcare Equity Data Analyst and Communications Specialist to join their team.

We are seeking a dynamic and skilled Specialist to transform our wealth of program data into compelling narratives that resonate with a diverse audience, including funders, healthcare leaders, patients, and the community. This individual will play a pivotal role in enhancing our program evaluation efforts, uncovering insights, and crafting impactful stories that celebrate our successes, drive strategic decision-making, and attract future funding. This role will also be responsible for managing and updating our website content, ensuring it effectively communicates our programs and impact to our diverse audiences.

This position is housed in the Office of Healthcare Equity, serving a complex network of UW Medicine entities, including hospitals, clinics, and the School of Medicine. The role requires navigating diverse perspectives and interests related to community engagement across this extensive organization. Strong cultural humility and sensitivity are essential for building trust and effective partnerships with communities, particularly those who may have historically experienced barriers to healthcare. Additionally, this position will encounter challenges such as resource allocation, competing priorities, and overcoming institutional barriers to achieve equity goals.

At UW Medicine, we believe that healthcare is a fundamental human right and everyone should have the same access and opportunities for the best possible outcomes. This belief is tied to our mission to improve the health of the public. However, it’s important to acknowledge that institutional racism has created inequities in society — even within our own healthcare system — that result in health disparities. We are committed to transforming the way care is provided to eliminate these inequities. Healthcare equity isn’t owned by one department or leader – everyone shares responsibility. We can all take action in our own spheres of influence and in the work we control.

Research shows that members of marginalized groups – including women, LGBTQ+ identified people, Black, Indigenous, and people of color tend to apply to jobs only if they meet every single requirement listed. At UW Medicine, we want the best candidates for the job, and those candidates may have different forms of experience than the qualifications listed. If you are passionate about uniting, empowering, and celebrating diverse communities for all and breaking down barriers for equity, we encourage you to apply. UW Medicine seeks leaders who represent our diverse workforce and the communities that we serve.

The position directly impacts UW Medicine’s reach into the surrounding area and the underserved members within. This person is at the forefront of ensuring that programs and initiatives reach their audience, to better serve the community. They advocate for these audiences working to highlight and prioritize their needs for UW Medicine. Through data collection, events, collaboration, relationship building, social media, and other engagement efforts, the position not only has direct impact on UW Medicine, but the community they live in.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Narrative Development & Storytelling (30%)

Story Identification & Development: Collaborate with program teams to identify impactful stories, interview stakeholders, and develop narratives showcasing program success.

Content Creation: Write and edit diverse narrative content, including reports, case studies, blog posts, and presentations, tailored to specific audiences.

Data Visualization: Create visually appealing charts, graphs, and infographics to illustrate data findings and enhance storytelling, using data visualization tools.

Website Management (30%)

Content Updates: Regularly update website content with fresh and engaging stories, program information, and news.

Website Maintenance: Ensure website functionality, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with IT for technical support.

Website Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance website user experience, navigation, and accessibility.

Newsletter Development: Create and distribute regular newsletters to subscribers, highlighting program updates, events, and impact stories.

Strategic Communication (25%)

Communication Planning: Develop and implement communication plans to share program narratives, identify key messages and audiences, and collaborate with a variety of marketing & communications staff members including the UW Medicine’s Strategic Marketing and Communications Senior Executive Director of Strategic Communications and the Director of Internal Communications.

Engagement: Build relationships with key parties, communicate program successes and challenges, and seek feedback to inform improvement.

Grant Writing & Fundraising Support: Contribute to grant proposals and fundraising by providing compelling narratives and data-driven evidence of program impact.

Data Analysis & Evaluation (15%)

Data Collection & Management: Gather, clean, organize, and manage program data from various sources, ensuring accuracy and availability for analysis.

Data Analysis & Interpretation: Utilize statistical and analytical techniques to analyze program data, identify trends, and draw meaningful conclusions. Prepare reports summarizing findings.

Evaluation Framework Development: Design and implement evaluation frameworks tailored to each program, establish KPIs, and conduct ongoing monitoring to assess effectiveness.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as Public Administration, Communications, Community Development, Public Health, or a related field.

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in community engagement, outreach, or a related field.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Experience with website content management systems (e.g., WordPress).

Basic understanding of website design principles and user experience.

Demonstrated track record of working with underrepresented communities in healthcare, medicine, higher education, research, or clinical trials.

Experience with Equity, Diversity and Inclusion programs and initiatives.

Proven ability to build strong relationships and rapport with diverse audiences, fostering trust and open communication, particularly within the healthcare and research sectors.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Self-motivated with the ability to juggle competing priorities.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in community engagement, outreach, or a related field.

Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your “My Jobs” page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected].

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

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