Communication and Engagement Specialist - Marketing

Communication and Engagement Specialist - Marketing

BCforward is looking for Communication & Engagement Specialist - Marketing- South San Francisco, CA

Position: Communication & Engagement Specialist - Marketing
Location: South San Francisco, CA 94080

Duration: 06+ Months

Start Date: As soon as possible
Pay Rate: $36/hr. on W2

Job Summary:
Genentech is seeking a creative, proactive, and results-driven Communication & Engagement Specialist to support internal marketing and communication efforts within the Informatics department. This role will be responsible for managing executive communications, maintaining the gWiz portal, organizing marketing initiatives, and providing logistical support for events and branding. The successful candidate will also support site-wide communication strategies, create visually engaging content, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute various initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Executive Communications: Collaborate with Domain and Chapter Leads to develop key messaging for internal and external communications.
• gWiz Portal Management: Maintain and update the iGNE gWiz portal with relevant information.
• Marketing Initiatives: Oversee surveys, email campaigns (using Mailchimp), reminder emails, digital posters, and signage.
• Event Coordination: Manage logistics for offsite events, including planning and coordination of resources and communication materials.
• Branding & Communications: Organize and distribute branding packages; draft and design communication materials.
• Graphic Design: Create aesthetically pleasing presentations, digital signage, and other marketing materials.
• Logistical Support: Provide administrative and operational support as needed across multiple projects and initiatives.

Key Skills & Attributes:

• Creative & Results-Oriented: Ability to develop engaging communication strategies and produce creative content.
• Collaborative: Strong teamwork skills and ability to work across departments to achieve goals.
• Attention to Detail: Proactive in managing tasks and ensuring high-quality work with an eye for detail.
• Self-Managed & Goal-Oriented: Capable of working independently, managing multiple priorities, and meeting deadlines.
• Strong Communication: Excellent written, oral, and digital communication skills.
• Flexibility & Resilience: Ability to adapt to changing priorities, work well under pressure, and demonstrate resilience in the face of challenges.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in marketing and communications or a related field. General office experience of at least 5 years is required.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency with Google Suite, including Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides. Knowledge of presentation tools and basic spreadsheet functions. Experience with content management systems, email platforms (e.g., Mailchimp), and graphic design tools is a plus.
• Languages: Ability to communicate fluently in English; additional language skills are a plus.

Personal Attributes:

• Proactive & Self-Starter: Takes initiative and is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Creative Thinking: Ability to conceptualize and implement innovative marketing ideas.
• Collaborative Team Player: Works effectively in a team environment and fosters positive working relationships across departments.
• Problem Solver: Able to think critically, identify challenges, and propose effective solutions.

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward: Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 231188 when responding to this ad.

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