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- Job ID: JR-115706
- Location Name: BHCS 15 LaSalle Square
- City, State: Providence, RI
- Work Type: FULL TIME
- Hours Per Week: 40
- Shift: Day
- Posted Date: 11/9/2026
SUMMARY
Develops compelling content that advances Brown Health's fundraising, stewardship, and campaign priorities. Creates donor-centered narratives that communicate impact, inspire philanthropy, and support enterprise fundraising efforts.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Brown University Health is actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve.
Brown University Health employees are expected to embrace Brown University Health’s mission of "Delivering health with care" and successfully role model Brown University Health’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these guide our everyday actions with patients, customers, and one another.
In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Brown University Health Competencies which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Brown University Health Competencies include:
- Instill Trust and Value Differences
- Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate
In addition, our leaders will demonstrate an aptitude for:
- Ensure Accountability and Build Effective Teams
- Drive Vision and Purpose and Optimize Work Processes
By applying core and leadership competencies, leaders help Brown University Health achieve its strategic goals.
Performance Expectations
- Produce high-quality written content that meets established deadlines and editorial standards.
- Support fundraising priorities through strategic storytelling and donor communications.
- Maintain consistent messaging across philanthropy communications.
Core Responsibilities
- Write publications, campaign case statements, stewardship impact reports, newsletters, and fundraising communications.
- Develop donor-centered stories that highlight patient impact, clinical excellence, research, and philanthropy.
- Partner with frontline fundraisers to develop proposals, presentations, and customized donor materials as appropriate.
- Create messaging supporting annual fundraising, leadership giving, stewardship, and campaign initiatives.
- Draft event remarks for leadership and in partnership with frontline fundraising strategy, as appropriate.
- Conduct interviews with clinicians, researchers, patients, donors, and leadership to develop compelling content.
- Maintain editorial consistency across philanthropy communications.
- Other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE
- 5+ years of professional writing experience for fundraising.
- Exceptional writing, editing, interviewing, and storytelling skills.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
None
Pay Range
$67,724.80 - $111,716.80
Location
BHCS 15 LaSalle Square - 15 LaSalle Square Providence, Rhode Island 02903
Work Type
M-F 8am-5pm
Work Shift
Day
Daily Hours
8 hours
Driving Required
Yes
Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
- Job ID: JR-115706
- Location Name: BHCS 15 LaSalle Square
- City, State: Providence, RI
- Work Type: FULL TIME
- Hours Per Week: 40
- Shift: Day
- Posted Date: 11/9/2026
SUMMARY
Develops compelling content that advances Brown Health's fundraising, stewardship, and campaign priorities. Creates donor-centered narratives that communicate impact, inspire philanthropy, and support enterprise fundraising efforts.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Brown University Health is actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve.
Brown University Health employees are expected to embrace Brown University Health’s mission of "Delivering health with care" and successfully role model Brown University Health’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these guide our everyday actions with patients, customers, and one another.
In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Brown University Health Competencies which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Brown University Health Competencies include:
- Instill Trust and Value Differences
- Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate
In addition, our leaders will demonstrate an aptitude for:
- Ensure Accountability and Build Effective Teams
- Drive Vision and Purpose and Optimize Work Processes
By applying core and leadership competencies, leaders help Brown University Health achieve its strategic goals.
Performance Expectations
- Produce high-quality written content that meets established deadlines and editorial standards.
- Support fundraising priorities through strategic storytelling and donor communications.
- Maintain consistent messaging across philanthropy communications.
Core Responsibilities
- Write publications, campaign case statements, stewardship impact reports, newsletters, and fundraising communications.
- Develop donor-centered stories that highlight patient impact, clinical excellence, research, and philanthropy.
- Partner with frontline fundraisers to develop proposals, presentations, and customized donor materials as appropriate.
- Create messaging supporting annual fundraising, leadership giving, stewardship, and campaign initiatives.
- Draft event remarks for leadership and in partnership with frontline fundraising strategy, as appropriate.
- Conduct interviews with clinicians, researchers, patients, donors, and leadership to develop compelling content.
- Maintain editorial consistency across philanthropy communications.
- Other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE
- 5+ years of professional writing experience for fundraising.
- Exceptional writing, editing, interviewing, and storytelling skills.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
None
Pay Range
$67,724.80 - $111,716.80
Location
BHCS 15 LaSalle Square - 15 LaSalle Square Providence, Rhode Island 02903
Work Type
M-F 8am-5pm
Work Shift
Day
Daily Hours
8 hours
Driving Required
Yes
Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
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Who's Hiring
- Allied Universal40
- Yale University2
- Cleveland Clinic2
- Nunez Community College2
- TD1
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in communications officer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience writing press releases, talking points, and executive communications
- Proficiency with media monitoring tools and content management systems
- Experience managing social platforms and digital content calendars
- Ability to develop and execute communications plans across multiple channels
- AP Style knowledge and strong editing skills across print and digital formats
Tips for Your Communications Officer Job Search
Tailor your resume to each sector
A communications officer resume for a federal agency reads differently than one for a tech company. Emphasize crisis communications and public affairs for government roles, and brand voice and content strategy for corporate ones. Match the language in each posting.
Show writing samples before they ask
Most hiring managers for communications officers want to see your work before the interview. Include a link to a portfolio with three to five samples: a press release, an internal memo, and a public-facing statement cover the range most effectively.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists communications officer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target the job title variations that get overlooked
Many communications officer roles are posted as public affairs specialist, media relations coordinator, or communications manager. Searching only one title means missing real openings. Run separate searches for each variation to catch the full set of relevant listings.
Prepare a crisis communications example for interviews
Interviewers for communications officer roles almost always ask how you handled a reputational risk, a media inquiry under pressure, or a message that went wrong. Have one specific, structured example ready that walks through the situation, your response, and the outcome.
Negotiate using the full compensation picture
When negotiating an offer, ask about professional development budgets, conference attendance, and byline or publication rights alongside base pay. Communications officers frequently leave value on the table by focusing only on salary when these benefits vary significantly across employers.
Communications Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most communications officers?
The companies hiring the most communications officers right now include Allied Universal, Yale University, and Cleveland Clinic, with the largest share of openings in Florida, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Government agencies, hospital systems, and large nonprofits consistently represent a significant portion of active openings.
How many communications officer jobs are remote?
About 50% of communications officer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability varies by sector. Media relations and internal communications roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while public affairs and government communications positions more often require on-site presence.
How do you become a communications officer?
Most communications officers start with a degree in communications, journalism, or public relations, then build experience through internships, entry-level writing roles, or public affairs positions. Building a portfolio of published or distributed work is essential. Certifications in crisis communications or digital strategy can accelerate advancement, particularly in government and healthcare settings.
Can you get a communications officer job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level communications officer roles exist, particularly in nonprofits, local government, and smaller organizations. Hiring managers in these settings often weigh strong writing samples and demonstrated initiative over years of experience. Volunteer communications work, campus media involvement, or freelance writing can substitute for formal employment history when applying to these openings.
What does the communications officer interview process look like?
Most communications officer interview processes include a phone or video screen, one or two rounds of interviews with the communications team and a hiring manager, and a writing or editing exercise. The exercise commonly involves drafting a press release, responding to a hypothetical media inquiry, or editing an executive statement under a time constraint.
Where can I find and apply to communications officer jobs?
You can find and apply to communications officer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and preferences, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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