External Communications Lead - Media, Crises & Strategy

Johns Hopkins Medicine; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Medicine in Baltimore seeks a seasoned communications leader to develop and distribute content across media pitches, press releases, patient stories, and social channels. You will lead crisis communications, monitor health-system narratives, and ensure alignment with institutional priorities.

You will manage a communications team, coordinate campaigns, build relationships with internal stakeholders, interact with news media and the public, and uphold brand reputation across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or related field is required.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in communications or related field is required.
• Experience leading a communications team and developing content strategies is expected.
• Ability to interact with news media, public audiences, and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements communication strategies to support organizational goals.
• Manages media relations and public messaging across channels.
• Creates and oversees production of content for press, websites, and social media.
• Plans and coordinates press conferences and media events.
• Leads review and approval of development/fundraising communications.
• Identifies opportunities to tell stories and share best practices with the public and media.
• Monitors health-system developments and communicates them clearly.
• Mentors and guides the communications team.
• Ensures compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.

Skills

Media relations

Content creation

Crisis communication

Team leadership

Strategic communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or related field

Job description

Johns Hopkins Medicine in Baltimore seeks a seasoned communications leader to develop and distribute content across media pitches, press releases, patient stories, and social channels. You will lead crisis communications, monitor health-system narratives, and ensure alignment with institutional priorities.

You will manage a communications team, coordinate campaigns, build relationships with internal stakeholders, interact with news media and the public, and uphold brand reputation across