Communications and Outreach Specialist

FPHNY Recruitment Team • New York, NY

65d • $72,000 - $73,635 • Hybrid

About The Position

WorkWell NYC is seeking a Communications Specialist to help manage Citywide outreach efforts for over 300,000 NYC employees. The primary focus of this position is to increase WorkWell NYC’s brand recognition and engagement by developing and implementing print and digital content that reflects programmatic initiatives.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field
• Possess exemplary writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate skills and knowledge in graphic design
• Display a capacity for critical, independent, and creative thinking
• Possess advanced computer and design skills, including Microsoft Office suite and other layout and design software systems (i.e., Canva, etc.)
• Possess strong film and video editing skills.
• Display a capacity for critical, independent, and creative thinking.
• Possess strong skills in project and time management, verbal and organizational skills.
• Can work under urgent deadlines and high priority tasks.
• Participate in external agency/site-based health forums (i.e., health fairs, educational programs) to promote WorkWell NYC worksite programs.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods of time. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Create collateral and graphics to promote WWNYC events and health and wellness resources for City employees
• Manage and create social media content including postings, web content, and other digital technologies as they emerge
• Guide branding and marketing to increase employee participation in WWNYC’s health promotion initiatives, including web-based content and print materials
• Develop innovative strategies to increase program visibility across City agencies
• Manage graphic design, photography, and marketing vendors, including on-time delivery of materials and inclusive content reflecting the City’s diverse workforce
• Maintain knowledge of both communications and public health trends, innovations, and technology
• Research innovative and effective workplace wellness programming in relevant topic areas
• Provide staff development for other WWNYC staff and stakeholders (e.g. Ambassadors) to enhance their communications knowledge to develop and promote content for their unique audiences.
• Provide copy-editing and other guidance on WorkWell NYC material produced by other staff/vendors
• Advise and inform WWNYC’s overall communication strategy
• Manage WWNYC mailing list and develop communications collateral for regular distribution
• Gather and use data to inform communication strategies
• Assist with program event planning, coordination, and outreach
• Support wellness programming, including development and execution of program events and activities, engagement strategies and other projects

Benefits

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
• Medical, dental, and life insurance with low or no employee contribution
• A retirement savings plan with generous employer contribution
• Flexible spending medical and commuter benefits plan
• Meaningful work at an organization striving to advance health equity and social justice

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees