Sr. Communications Consultant (DC06-016)

The Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association is a membership organization of independently owned insurance companies and is the strategic leader behind the Blue Cross Blue Shield brand, one of the most recognized brands in America and the choice of over 94 million Americans for their health care coverage. We now have a great career opportunity available at our Corporate Communications & Public Affairs department in Washington, DC

This Consultant will lead mid-size strategic communications projects and portions of larger projects to meet the needs of internal and external clients. The Consultant will interact extensively with national and trade health care media.
REQUIREMENTS
Required Qualifications: minimum five years of related, progressive experience in strategic communications, public affairs; proficiency in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint).

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor ’s degree in Journalism, English or Communications; knowledge of national media; familiarity with Capitol Hill and the legislative/regulatory environment (preferably health care related); demonstrated professional-level writing and editing skills; excellent oral communications and sharp analytical skills; sound judgment; effective presentation skills and the ability to engage and deliver clear and concise presentations; demonstrated ability in the development and management of business relationships; ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and tight time constraints.

We offer an exciting opportunity to bring your skills and talents to an organization committed to providing the most advanced technology and services. We offer a great benefits package, work & family balance, a diverse workplace and much more! Please apply online by going to:

https://bcbsa.igreentree.com/CSS_External CSSPage_Welcome.asp

and search for job number DC06-016.

www.bcbsa.com

Equal Opportunity Employer