Communications Specialist – Local Applicants Only

Job Summary:

Seeking a Communications Specialist to develop communication strategies, create engaging digital and print content, and lead community engagement initiatives. The ideal candidate should have strong writing, storytelling, graphic design, and social media skills, with an interest in supporting children and youth with special healthcare needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement communication plans aligned with program goals.
• Create engaging digital and print materials in collaboration with internal teams and community partners.
• Update and maintain websites, newsletters, and social media campaigns.
• Develop public service announcements and community awareness campaigns.
• Create community stories, interviews, videos, and photography content.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Track and report communication and social media performance metrics.
• Support community education initiatives and ensure content meets accessibility standards.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent portfolio).
• 2–5 years of experience in public health, nonprofit, or government communications preferred.
• Proficiency in Canva and Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Strong writing, editing, storytelling, and graphic design skills.
• Experience tracking and reporting digital platform metrics.
• Knowledge of WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 accessibility standards, or willingness to learn.
• Understanding of cultural competency and sensitivity in health communications.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a remote/hybrid environment.
• Writing samples and graphic design portfolio required.