Marketing and Communications Project Specialist

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POSITION OVERVIEW

The Marketing & Communications Project Specialist is an important member of the Project Management Office (PMO), supporting both project and program-level initiatives that drive key business priorities. This individual coordinates timelines, deliverables and stakeholder communication to ensure effective execution across marketing and communications initiatives.

The Project Specialist will gain exposure to program-level work by assisting with cross-functional efforts, preparing documentation, and helping to connect interrelated projects. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, eager to grow into larger program management responsibilities, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Project & Program Support

• Coordinate end-to-end project execution, including scope, schedules, deliverables, and reporting.
• Support with broader program planning, connecting project-level work to overall objectives.
• Translate goals into actionable steps, monitor progress, escalate risks or barriers, and help to identify potential solutions for leaders.
• Maintain accurate documentation, trackers, and dashboards (e.g., Smartsheet, Microsoft Office).

Stakeholder Coordination & Communication

• Partner with cross-functional teams across the Village, specifically marketing, communications, creative, digital, analytics, operations, and other business functions, as well as external vendors, to ensure alignment and delivery.
• Provide clear, timely updates to stakeholders on project and program deliverables.
• Assist in preparing progress/outcomes presentations, reports, and executive updates.
• Help facilitate meetings by documenting next steps, following up on action items, and ensuring alignment across participants.

Operational Support & Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to developing and refining frameworks, templates, and processes that support program consistency and scalability.
• Capture lessons learned and share insights to strengthen team efficiency.
• Apply data and feedback to identify opportunities for improvement, recommending enhancements with support.

Collaboration & Growth

• Build trust-based relationships across functions, demonstrating accountability and teamwork.
• Actively engage in DaVita's Core Values, contributing to a positive and collaborative culture.
• Pursue learning opportunities in program and project management methodologies, applying skills to expand responsibilities.
• Demonstrate resilience, adaptability, and a growth mindset in managing shifting priorities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Marketing, Communications, Business, Organizational Leadership)
• 1-3+ years of experience in project coordination, marketing/communications, or related field
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Asana, or similar)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

• Exposure to project or program management practices (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies)
• Experience in a matrixed or cross-functional work environment
• Interest in pursuing project/program management certifications (e.g., CAPM, PMP)

  POSITION OVERVIEW

  The Marketing & Communications Project Specialist is an important member of the Project Management Office (PMO), supporting both project and program-level initiatives that drive key business priorities. This individual coordinates timelines, deliverables and stakeholder communication to ensure effective execution across marketing and communications initiatives.

  The Project Specialist will gain exposure to program-level work by assisting with cross-functional efforts, preparing documentation, and helping to connect interrelated projects. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, eager to grow into larger program management responsibilities, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

  KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  Project & Program Support

• Coordinate end-to-end project execution, including scope, schedules, deliverables, and reporting.
• Support with broader program planning, connecting project-level work to overall objectives.
• Translate goals into actionable steps, monitor progress, escalate risks or barriers, and help to identify potential solutions for leaders.
• Maintain accurate documentation, trackers, and dashboards (e.g., Smartsheet, Microsoft Office).

• Stakeholder Coordination & Communication

• Partner with cross-functional teams across the Village, specifically marketing, communications, creative, digital, analytics, operations, and other business functions, as well as external vendors, to ensure alignment and delivery.
• Provide clear, timely updates to stakeholders on project and program deliverables.
• Assist in preparing progress/outcomes presentations, reports, and executive updates.
• Help facilitate meetings by documenting next steps, following up on action items, and ensuring alignment across participants.

• Operational Support & Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to developing and refining frameworks, templates, and processes that support program consistency and scalability.
• Capture lessons learned and share insights to strengthen team efficiency.
• Apply data and feedback to identify opportunities for improvement, recommending enhancements with support.

• Collaboration & Growth

• Build trust-based relationships across functions, demonstrating accountability and teamwork.
• Actively engage in DaVita's Core Values, contributing to a positive and collaborative culture.
• Pursue learning opportunities in program and project management methodologies, applying skills to expand responsibilities.
• Demonstrate resilience, adaptability, and a growth mindset in managing shifting priorities.

• QUALIFICATIONS

  Required

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Marketing, Communications, Business, Organizational Leadership)
• 1-3+ years of experience in project coordination, marketing/communications, or related field
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Asana, or similar)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Preferred

• Exposure to project or program management practices (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies)
• Experience in a matrixed or cross-functional work environment
• Interest in pursuing project/program management certifications (e.g., CAPM, PMP)

What We'll Provide:

More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.

• Comprehensive benefits:Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
• Support for you and your family:Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, accessHeadspace , backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more
• Professional development programs:DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita's online training platform StarLearning.

At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

This position will be open for a minimum of three days.

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits

Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.