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Communications & Events Manager

Public Health Solutions
Full-time
On-site
New York, NY, US
Company Overview:

Health disparities among New Yorkers are large, persistent, and increasing. Public Health Solutions (PHS) exists to change that trajectory and support New Yorkers and their 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 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. Learn more about our work at healthsolutions.org [https://www.healthsolutions.org/].

Program Description:

 The Development and Marketing Department at Public Health Solutions plays a pivotal role in advancing our mission to improve community health through innovative programs and strategic partnerships.

 This department is dedicated to generating resources, building relationships, and promoting our initiatives to maximize our impact on public health. Through a combination of strategic fundraising, comprehensive marketing, and effective communication, the Development and Marketing Department ensures the sustainability and visibility of our programs. 

The Department’s key functions include fundraising and resource development; grant management; donor engagement; campaign management; marketing and communications, strategic marketing, content development; brand management; public relations; community and stakeholder engagement; and partnership development. Our goals are to increase funding, expand reach, strengthen relationships, and enhance communication.

The Development and Marketing Department is comprised of experienced professionals with expertise in fundraising, marketing, communications, and public relations. The team works collaboratively to achieve shared goals and drive the success of Public Health Solutions’ initiatives.

 Position Summary:

The Communications  & Events Manager plays a key role in advancing Public Health Solutions’ mission by developing and executing communications strategies that attract, engage, and inspire supporters. Reporting to the Director of Communications, this role will lead the creation of compelling print and digital materials, donor communications, and web content that highlight PHS’ impact and priorities.  They will also lead in the production of PHS’ events for donors and other key stakeholders.

 Communications and Marketing:  

* Lead in the implementation of PHS’ communications strategy that leverages best practices to build a vibrant public presence, reach new audiences, and strengthen PHS’ brand and impact.
* Serve as one of the administrators of PHS’ website and regularly monitor, manage content, and report on analytics.
* Partner with PHS’s website vendor(s) to troubleshoot issues, create new content, and manage content updates requested.
* Lead in the creation and publication of communications materials, including fact sheets, blog posts, annual reports, newsletters and content for PHS’ departments.
* Work with and manage design consultants to create engaging branded collateral.
* Direct marketing campaigns, collaborating with consultants to develop messaging, manage timelines, and deliver compelling design for digital, print, and video advertisements.
* Support press conferences, public events, and media opportunities as needed.
* Support PHS’ email marketing strategy, including maintaining accurate distribution lists and ensuring quality across campaigns.
* Analyze and report on email metrics to assess campaign effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.

Events

* Lead the planning and management of PHS’ external and fundraising events, including 3-4 donor salons, including production schedules, content creation, vendor support, staffing. 
* Work with external consultants to produce all needed event materials, including invitations, signage, on-site video/slides, etc. 
* Work with and manage outside vendors needed for events.

Qualifications and Experience:

* Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or Public Health; Master’s degree preferred.
* 3 to 5 years of work experience in communications, marketing preferably within a public health or nonprofit area.
* Proven success implementing integrated communications and donor engagement strategies.
* Demonstrated experience in website management and digital content production. 
* Ability to manage multiple projects and work with a variety of stakeholders in a timely and effective manner.

 

Desired Skills:

* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with strong copywriting and proofreading abilities.
* Proficiency in graphic design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva.
* Expertise with email marketing platforms such as Constant Contact or Mailchimp.
* Strong understanding of marketing platforms, channels, and best practices across social, digital, and email.
* Highly detail-oriented, proactive, and resourceful, with the ability to manage multiple projects independently.
* Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
* Demonstrated interest in public health, health equity, or community-based work.

 Reports To:

Director of Communications

 Direct Reports:

This position has no direct reports but will supervise consultants, vendors and interns as needed.

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, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and veterans. 


9am to 5pm
35 hours
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