Junior Associate, Communications & Advocacy

Global Health Strategies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global health firm in New York City is seeking a Junior Associate who is an upcoming or recent graduate passionate about global health communications and advocacy. This role involves assisting in the design and implementation of strategies, monitoring media coverage, and providing logistical support for events. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and preferably an internship in a PR agency. The salary range is between $50,000 and $55,000 annually, and the position requires 3 days a week in-office presence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Internship experience at a PR agency or similar is preferred.
• Strong written and communication skills are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and implementing communications strategies.
• Contribute to strategy memos, media materials, and issue briefs.
• Monitor media coverage on global health issues.

Skills

Effective communicator

Entrepreneurial spirit

Innovative

Research and writing skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Journalism, Global Health, or International Policy

Job description

***Please note: We are looking for candidates with PR agency or relevant experience (internship) with a demonstrated background in Global Health and/or Development (non-profits, NGOs, etc)***

If you are an upcoming or recent graduate who is entrepreneurial, innovative, and passionate about improving global health through communications and advocacy, the Global Health Strategies (GHS) Junior Associate role offers a unique opportunity for professional growth and learning.

The GHS team is comprised of exceptional communicators, content producers and collaborators who know how to execute efficiently while bringing fresh ideas to their work. They also bring a sense of humor and enjoy having fun.

This role is based in New York City, with an expectation of 3 days per week in the office.

About the position

Junior Associates work closely with GHS staff to assist in the design and implementation of communications and advocacy strategies for a range of issues in global health. Junior Associates will spend the majority of their time supporting meaningful client work and are also provided opportunities for training, development, and career growth.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the research and writing of strategy memos, media materials and issue briefs
• Monitor and analyze media coverage and advocate conversations about global health issues
• Provide logistics support for conferences, meetings and events that GHS organizes on behalf of clients
• Manage databases of global health media, policymakers and opinion leaders
• Assist GHS staff with project management (e.g., drafting meeting minutes, updating work plans, tracking budgets)

Training and development

• Weekly support with a manager; monthly mentorship with member of the GHS senior management team
• Access to skills trainings, reading list, and lunch and learns with leaders in the global health field
• Potential sponsorship to attend global health events in NYC
• Opportunity to become an expert on a particular issue within global health

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Communications, Journalism, Global Health, or International Policy
• Experience (internship) at a PR agency or related agency
• Clear, concise, and effective communicator and writer
• Entrepreneurial, innovative, and passionate about improving global health
• Demonstrated experience with communications and advocacy on digital media platforms is a big plus

Valuable Experience

• Internship in a communications or social media capacity at a Global Health organization
• Leadership positions on campus

NYC Salary Range: $50,000 - $55,000

Resumes submitted with a cover letter will be reviewed with priority