External Corporate Communications Lead

As the Corporate Communications Lead, you will work on the development and execution of all advocacy campaigns and communication priorities in service of Humana's corporate policy positions. You will work closely with the Corporate Affairs, Government Affairs, and Corporate Communications team to develop and orchestrate media and public relations activities and key communication initiatives for Humana at an enterprise and line of business level.

Key Role Functions

• Assist with developing and executing key campaigns in support of Humana's strategic business priorities
• Provide strategic counsel to Humana executives/operators or key stakeholders on how public affairs can support/shape Humana's strategic business priorities
• Collaborate with Corporate Affairs and Corporate Communications team and internal stakeholders to plan and execute communication campaigns across multiple tactics, including grassroots outreach, digital advertising, broadcast, earned media, and 1:1 engagement
• Develop relationships with Beltway media, trade organizations, and similar stakeholders
• Ongoing issue and crisis management
• Provide leadership that combines a highly collaborative working style with a strategic vision and a critical eye for effective operations across the enterprise

Use your skills to make an impact


Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public policy, or relevant field
• Located in Washington D.C.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in public affairs, communications, or similar
• Led and independently planned highly visible campaigns and execution on priority policy positions, industry issues, or strategic business priorities
• Experience with ongoing issue and crisis management
• Proactive and planned engagement with National Media, especially Beltway outlets
• Self-directed and motivated, with a strong work ethic and high integrity
• Experience working in Microsoft 360 including PowerPoint, Word, etc.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines, multitask and deliver quality work under pressure
• Exceptional written communications skills and depth of experience in public affairs
• Proactive, flexible, and always seeking improvement and positive change
• Demonstrated experience in using digital/social media to influence and engage
• Strong planning and program management and ability to prioritize and effectively manage resources
• Proven performance in achieving results through a team-focused approach

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in Medicare, Medicaid, and with CMS, HHS, or similar preferred

Additional Information

This is a hybrid role that will require you to reside in D.C. and be in the office at least 3 days a week depending on business needs.

Remote Requirements

All Humana associates approved for the Home or Hybrid Home/Office work styles are required to self-provide wireless, wired cable or DSL access to the internet at the connectivity speeds required by the company to successfully perform their job with the exception of associates who live or work from home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota. Connectivity requirements are detailed below.

Connectivity - Requirement Details

To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates must meet the following criteria:

• At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is recommended to support Humana applications, per associate.
• Wireless, Wired Cable or DSL connection is suggested.
• Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if they provide an optimal connection for associates. The use of these methods must be approved by leadership. (See Wireless, Wired Cable or DSL Connection in Exceptions, Section 7.0 in this policy.)

Humana will not pay for or reimburse Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates for any portion of the cost of their self-provided internet service, with the exception of associates who live or work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota. Associates who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.

Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.

Why Humana?

You'll experience the following perks as a full-time Humana employee:

Compensation and Financial Security - Our pay philosophy is designed to motivate and reward associates for their skills and contributions to the company. We provide options to help you plan for your future and protect your assets: Competitive base pay, Recognition pay, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.

Your Whole Health - Humana's health products and services are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, Health plan incentives, Paternity leave, etc.

Work Perks - Humana knows your life extends outside of work. We have many options to support your interests and needs. Some departments have the flexibility to allow associates to work from home, and we offer all associates: Paid time off, holidays, volunteer time, jury duty pay, Associate charity matching program, Discount programs with major retailers, etc.

Grow With Us - Humana provides growth and career opportunities that can help you develop your skills and build your future with the organization: Internal and external learning events, Tuition assistance, Inclusion and diversity training, etc.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40


About us


Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first - for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health - delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.