Bcdpha Communications Writer/Editor Specialist

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Department

OPH-BCDPHA

Job Summary

Job Description

• Leads implementation of publication standards and goals
• Maintains subject matter expertise in writing strategy, development and management.
• Evaluates and approves design proofs submitted by the design specialist prior to publication production.
• Recommends stories and produce headline ideas to attract target audience.
• Designs the contents of publications based on the company's publication's style, editorial policy, and publishing specifications.
• Establishes the publication standards and goals.
• Develops, writes and edits content for various platforms.
• Ensures articles, reports, press releases, blogs, newsletters and social media posts are technically written and edited.
• Collaborates with internal and external teams to align messaging across departments and campaigns.
• Periodically reviews and revises publication standards to reflect industry changes or organizational shifts.
• Incorporates feedback to Chief Comms Officer to improve editorial processes and output.
• Ensures all content adheres to copyright, privacy and ethical guidelines.
• Executes grant activities as assigned - this includes execution of work plan activities, grant planning, grant writing, and grant reporting
• Supports the development and implementation of all audience action plans and associated communications plans as assigned
• Takes photographs and conducts interviews at community engagement activities for internal newsletter publications.
• Speaks/presents on behalf of the BCDPHA as assigned
• Travels as necessary to fulfill job duties and support program deliverables, including but not limited to conferences, seminars, meetings, summits, trainings, community engagement events, etc.
• Other tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree, or Associate's degree plus 3 years of professional experience, or 6 years of professional work experience.
• Minimum 3 years professional experience in relevant communications role.
• Minimum 1 year professional experience in developing and implementing health communication activities.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills; effective organizational and time management skills.
• Great attention to detail and follow up.
• Ability to manage projects, assignments, and competing priorities.
• Proficient in the use of Zoom, Teams, and Microsoft Office, including but not limited to Outlook, Word, and Excel.

DESIRED:

• Advanced degree.
• Minimum 4 years professional experience in relevant communications role.
• Minimum 2 years professional experience in developing and implementing health communication activities.
• Minimum 1 year professional experience writing health communication and media marketing policies.
• Relevant industry certifications.

Required Attachments

Please upload the following documents in the Resume/Cover Letter section.

• Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;
• Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and University of Louisiana Systems;
• Names and contact information of three references;

Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered.

Posting Close Date

This position will remain open until filled.

Note to Applicant:

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

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The University of New Orleans is an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected Veteran status, age if 40 or older, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.