Communications and Dissemination Coordinator

The Prevention Research Center for Healthy Neighborhoods is looking for a motivated person to join our adolescent health and youth development team. The Communications and Dissemination Coordinator will be responsible for the implementation of communications strategies and the distribution of information related to research, evaluation, surveillance, and training programs. Primary responsibilities will balance broadly assisting with communications efforts for team projects and focused distribution of information related to research project outcomes; engagement with a wide range of stakeholder audiences as well as specific audiences with tailored information; and, creating content for general communications purposes and focused efforts to ensure the update of specific information. This dynamic position is ideal for a creative, self-motivated person with strong communication skills, and an understanding of public health and health promotion. Experience in social media and graphic design is preferred. Working in a team atmosphere, this position will be expected to support innovative content development, both written and visual, to advance relationships within the team and with our external stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

1. Target distribution and sharing of information for specific projects related to research, evaluation, surveillance, and evaluation projects. Create and tailor materials (reports, brochures, summaries) for dissemination purposes, monitoring the reach and impact of these efforts and adjusting strategies as necessary (25%) 
2. Develop content, including  design of newsletter, blog posts, website, and social media content, and tracking trends to assess reach and impact. Responsible for content development and management of project specific social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. (20%)
3. Plan and promote events to support project specific communication and dissemination strategies. Organize workshops, webinars, or other events to disseminate information. (15%)
4. Assist in the development and execution of a comprehensive marketing and communications plan for the team. (15%)
5. Work with researchers, project managers, and other stakeholders to ensure that information is accurate and effectively distributed. (10%)
6. Coordinate with University Marketing and Communications to ensure compliance with university branding guidelines (5%). 

NONESSENTIAL FUNCITONS 

1. Apply consistent branding and styling across a range of communications channels and products. (5%)
2. Perform other duties as assigned. (5%)

CONTACTS 

Department: Regular contact with supervisor, Center administrative staff and the center director.

University: Contact with Case Western Reserve University and other departmental personnel involved in and/or assisting with research. Contact with University Marketing and Communication to collaborate on marketing materials. 

External: Contact with stakeholder audiences and well as specific audiences to exchange information. 

Students: Work with students employed by the center.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

QUALIFICAITONS

Experience: 1 years of relevant experience in communications, digital and social media, editing or marketing preferred. Strong familiarity with Facebook and Twitter platforms.

Education: Bachelor's degree in public health, communications, marketing, English, or related field required.

REQUIRED SKILLS

1. Strong organizational and project management skills including the ability to understand and translate complex information for various audiences. 
2. Creative, dynamic thinker with strong writing and editing skills, verbal communication, and experience with Microsoft Office 365, Adobe Creative Suite Products, and other graphic and digital content creation platforms. Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud, web content management systems (such as Wordpress, Drupal), social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook), and email systems (such as Mailchimp, Constant Contact). 
3. Strong knowledge of principles of graphic design and ability to make graphics for social media a plus. 
4. Extreme attention to detail. 
5. Outstanding written and oral communication skills required. In editing and proofreading, ensure text is free from spelling or grammatical errors, and meets university standards for style and content.
6. Willingness to put forth creative recommendations and solutions during project conception.
7. Ability to work effectively independently and collaboratively within a team. Must be highly motivated, responsible, dependable and a self-starter.
8. Must demonstrate willingness to learn new concepts, processes, computer programs, etc. as needed. Strong analytical skills, creativity and problem-solving capabilities, ability to work under pressure and changing environment while remaining attentive to details.
9. Ability to prioritize and manage work, adhering to critical project timelines.
10. Ability to take direction and seek help when needed.
11. Ability to handle multiple projects at once.
12. Willingness to embrace learning opportunities and share knowledge.
13. Fulfill scheduled tasks/projects in a timely manner by meeting deadlines.
14. Demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to the staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest.
15. Ability to meet consistent attendance.
16. Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face to face. 

WORKING CONDITIONS

Typical office environment; no chemical exposure. The employee will perform repetitive motion using computer mouse and keyboard to type. 

This is a Term position. They are treated like regular staff positions for medical and dental benefits eligibility, vacation, holidays, and sick time.  Term employees are not eligible for life insurance, retirement, long term disability, short term disability, tuition assistance, layoff status, or severance pay.  Staff in term positions are also subject to the performance management review process and positive corrective action when work performance or behavior is unsatisfactory or unacceptable.  Term employment does not alter the employment-at-will employee status of these employees.

This position is eligible for hybrid work arrangement up to two remote days per week at the discretion of the department. New employees may begin a hybrid schedule upon approval from the supervisor, successful completion of an orientation period and signing the remote work checklist certification form.

In employment, as in education, Case Western Reserve University is committed to Equal Opportunity and Diversity.  Women, veterans, members of underrepresented minority groups, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Case Western Reserve University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.  Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Equity at 216-368-3066 to request a reasonable accommodation.  Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.