Communications Specialist
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Company Overview:

Health disparities among New Yorkers are large, persistent, and increasing. Public Health Solutions (PHS) exists to change that trajectory and support vulnerable New York City families in achieving optimal health and building pathways to reach their potential. As the largest public health nonprofit serving New York City, we improve health outcomes and help communities thrive by providing services directly to vulnerable low-income families, supporting community-based organizations through our long-standing public-private partnerships, and bridging the gap between healthcare and community services. We focus on a wide range of public health issues including food and nutrition, health insurance, maternal and child health, sexual and reproductive health, tobacco control, and HIV/AIDS. To learn more about our work, please visit healthsolutions.org.

Position Summary:

The Communications Specialist works within the Development and Marketing team at Public Health Solutions (PHS) and will be responsible for advancing PHS' internal and external communications efforts and social media presence. Reporting to the Communications Manager, the Communications Specialist will be responsible for content creation, graphic design, development communications, and email management. The ideal candidate will be an excellent writer with experience in communications, social media, graphic design, and event management, and an interest in building a professional career in the nonprofit sector.

Job Responsibilities:

Administrative Support (15%)

* Manage communications invoicing, vendor payments and contracting.

* Provide general administrative support to the Development and Marketing team as needed.

Social Media (10%)

* Assist the Communications Manager in developing and implementing a social media strategy designed to position PHS as a thought leader and increase online engagement

* Assist with editorial and content calendar comprising of text, image and video content.

Communications (40%)

* Author a variety of content to support communications efforts, including newsletters, blog posts, website copy, marketing collateral, social media and CEO talking points for events and internal communications.

* Support the Communications Manager in creating a process for and writing internal communications, including position statements, staff announcements and program updates as needed.

* Lead the design and production of print and web marketing collateral, such as program one-pagers, health briefs, an annual report, etc., that aligns with brand standards.

* Coordinate the production of video content for the website and social media.

Email Management (15%)

* Create emails, digital links, and landing pages to assist Development and Marketing team campaigns.

* Manage PHS' emailing platform by reviewing and ensuring quality of email distribution lists; creating and updating lists as needed.

* Take the lead in analyzing and reporting email metrics.

Events (15%)

* Provide support for external events such as PHS symposium, Annual Fundraising Gala, donor receptions, and elected official/program events, including write-up, invite, website content, attendee outreach, and logistics as needed.

* Plan and collaborate with other PHS teams and external consultants for internal events.

Misc. (5%)

* Write, edit and proofread other communications duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

If you possess most of the qualifications listed here, but not all of the qualifications, we still encourage you to apply:

* Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, or journalism preferred, or equivalent.

* At least 2 years' experience in marketing or communications or related field.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as outstanding copywriting and proofreading skills.

* Graphic design skills and experience with Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva.

* Expertise with email marketing platforms such as Constant Contact or MailChimp.

* Experience with WordPress CMS for website maintenance.

* Firm grasp on various marketing platforms, channels, and best practices, including social, digital, and email marketing.

* In-depth knowledge of SEO, keyword research and Google Analytics.

* Detail-oriented, proactive and resourceful with the ability to work independently.

* Ability to take direction, prioritize duties, meet deadlines and manage numerous responsibilities simultaneously.

* Salary; $55,000.00- $65,000.00.

Benefits:

* Hybrid Work Schedule.

* Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays.

* An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision.

* Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefits.

* Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability Coverage.

* 403 (b) + employer matching and discretionary company contributions.

* College Savings Plan.

* Ongoing trainings and continuous opportunities for professional growth and development.

At PHS, we place immense value on diversity within our teams, understanding that varied backgrounds and experiences significantly enhance our community and propel us toward our goals. If you find you don't have experience in all the areas listed above, we still encourage you to apply and share your background and experiences in your application. We are eager to discover how your unique perspective can bring positive transformations to our team and help advance our mission of creating healthier, more equitable communities.

We look forward to learning more about you!

PHS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and veterans.