Communications Associate

The Communications Associate helps advance BPHC's goals by supporting all aspects of the Communications Office. This includes working closely with BPHC programs and partners to develop communication campaigns; promote public health messages and programs; and create press releases, prep documents and talking points, graphics, and other materials.

What You Will Do

Create engaging public health-related content, work closely with BPHC program staff to develop proactive and creative communication campaigns, and draft a wide range of communications materials.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a passionate commitment to health equity and racial/social justice issues, excellent written and verbal communications skills, and experience distilling complex policies and data into engaging content.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a communications, public health, or public policy related field; OR equivalent work experience
• One (1) to three (3) years of experience working in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, content creation and management, social media, or other similar positions
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills with experience distilling complex policies and data into engaging, understandable content for diverse audiences
• Experience writing talking points and preparing speakers for events and interviews
• Experience writing, creating, and editing graphics and photos on platforms such as Canva and Adobe Creative Suite for public distribution
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and planning skills, able to work on multiple projects at the same time with competing priorities
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills and ability to maintain calm and focus in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work flexible hours including some evenings, weekends, and holidays and attend events across the city
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to create a welcoming work environment
• Proficiency in current and emerging social media channels
• Comfortable working under pressure and strict deadlines

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave)
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Learning budget
• Parental leave
• Wellness programs
• Visa/relocation assistance
• Remote flexibility
• Stipends
• Bonus/commission