Health Communications Associate

Lumina Corps•Silver Spring, MD

10d•$65,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Lumina is hiring an early-career Communications Associate to support public health and science communications programs and contribute to the growth of its health communications team. This hybrid role includes some time in the Silver Spring office, so candidates should be in the DMV area. The associate leads tasks within contracts, coordinates communications materials and content across digital, traditional, and social media channels, and serves as a client liaison on assigned projects. The role calls for strong organization, communications skills, quality control, collaboration, and a solutions-oriented approach. Employees are expected to uphold Lumina’s core values in their work and interactions with colleagues and clients: Illuminate new ideas, Serve the big purpose, Communicate with understanding, Commit to quality, Own your part, and Embrace inclusivity. Lumina Corps is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Requirements

Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to multitask, prioritize, and work independently.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
A positive, solutions-oriented attitude and adaptability to various challenges and tasks.
Professional knowledge of social media tools and analytics, and experience with various digital communication platforms.
Bachelor’s degree in communication, public health, health education, or a related field.
At least 1 year of full-time communications work experience.

Nice To Haves

Communications experience in an agency is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead tasks within contracts and take responsibility for their quality and timeliness.
Maintain work plans and timelines to coordinate the production, approval, and publishing of materials and content across digital, traditional, and social media channels.
Ensure on-time delivery and quality control for key tasks and projects.
Write, edit, and coordinate web copy, graphics, press releases, newsletters, social media updates, and other content.
Track and communicate project progress to team members, the account lead, and clients through written notes, progress reports, and Asana updates.
Conduct research to inform communications strategies and initiatives.
Support the development of strategic approaches for communications projects, campaigns, and messages based on client objectives, audience-driven principles, and effective use of resources.
Estimate own time and manage assigned hours and deadlines efficiently and responsibly.
Submit subcontractor, vendor, or freelancer invoices to the Project Director promptly.
Serve as client liaison on assigned projects.
Build and maintain strong relationships through excellent service, collaboration, and quality control.
Contribute to contract growth by providing excellent customer service and sharing ideas with the Project Director about additional services the team could provide.
Uphold Lumina’s core values in work and interactions with colleagues and clients.