Storyteller / Health Communications Writer
About The Position
As Smile Train’s Storyteller/Health Communications writer, you will serve as support to the organization’s communications outputs, increase our brand’s visibility, and establish and maintain a strong positive image of Smile Train. In this position, you will be responsible for consistently improving and implementing communications strategies and internal and external communications to bolster the brand’s reputation. Other duties you will assume include identifying favorable press opportunities, creating internal communications protocols to ensure the efficient flow of information, and reaching out to influencers and other media representatives to secure coverage of the company’s programs, campaigns, and initiatives. Being able to develop creative articles and stories is highly appreciable.
Requirements
- Knowledge of and experience in communications, public relations and /or marketing
- A natural, empathetic storyteller with ace communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure in a fast paced and multi-timeline environment, with self-direction and limited supervision
- Demonstrated skills in assessing and implementing communications strategy in large institutions
- Experience in designing and implementing short, long-term strategic marketing and/or PR plans
- Ability to work under pressure and meet urgent deadlines
- Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
- Demonstrate Smile Train’s core values
- A Bachelor’as degree in Communications, Marketing, English, Public Relations or a related field
- Minimum five (5) years of experience in Corporate Communications or related field
- Fluency in written and spoken English and French
- Proficiency in applications such as Microsoft Office
Nice To Haves
- A Master’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, journalism, Marketing or a related field will be an added advantage
- Experience in healthcare in Africa is preferred
- Experience in development in Africa is preferred
- Experience in using Canva or any video/audio editing software
- Excellent interpersonal and communication (oral, written, presentation) skills
Responsibilities
- Based on guidelines from the Senior Communications Officer, develop a high-impact media relations strategy to build the brand profile and strengthen the organization’s reputation
- Generate written and digital materials for presentations and promotional events—pitches, press releases, talking points
- Generate thought leadership articles for publication in strategic traditional and digital outlets
- Support the development of a wide range of campaigns that raise brand awareness and promote individual products, services, and events within Smile Train
- Assist in the research of reporters, media outlets, and publicity opportunities to secure media coverage
- Create and maintain media lists, press contacts, and email distribution lists to foster positive relations with traditional and digital media representatives
- Monitor, analyse and communicate PR results on a regular basis
- Plan and coordinate events aimed at creating relationships and favorable impressions with the public and Smile Train’s ecosystem
- Keep the PR team informed of industry trends that directly impact Smile Train’s work, and adapting strategies as necessary
Benefits
- A generous stipend towards medical expenses
- A generous vacation package, paid holidays, and sick time
- Paid parental leave
- An annual professional development stipend
- Remote work model
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
