Communications Assistant - Health Equity Works

Nonprofit HR; United States; Remote; USD 59,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Communications Assistant to support their health equity mission. This role involves coordinating network communications, drafting newsletters, and managing the Vice President's schedule. The ideal candidate will excel in written and verbal communication, possess strong organizational skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to advancing social justice through effective communication and strategic partnerships. If you're passionate about health equity and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in communications or related field.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and virtual meeting platforms.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and set up regular network meetings and webinars.
• Draft written materials, including memos and newsletters.
• Manage the Vice President's schedule and administrative tasks.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Strong verbal communication

Organizational abilities

Attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications

Bachelor's degree in public health

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Virtual meeting platforms

Job description

Title: Communications Assistant - Health Equity Works
Status: Full-time, exempt employee
Reports to: Vice President, HEW
Location: Remote, residency in the Mid-Atlantic region preferred
Deadline: Resume reviews begin immediately
Salary Range: $59,000-$61,625

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY AGENDA
Founded in 2006, The Opportunity Agenda (TOA) has been a pioneer in using values-based communications, cultural engagement, and strategic collaborations to advance social justice.

Today, TOA builds narrative and cultural power to move our nation toward justice, equity, and opportunity for all. We believe in the power of narratives to inform who we are, what we believe, and what we can be as a society and a nation.

TOA supports nearly 25,000 progressive strategists, communicators, creators, and allies annually with expertise in values-based, anti-racist, social justice communications and coalition building. The Narrative Innovators Lab and the Culture and Narrative Fellowship equip thought leaders, artists, and influencers for culture and collective power building to effect change.

About Health Equity Works
Health Equity Works (HEW) is a strategic communications initiative created to help advance the health equity movement.

A project of The Opportunity Agenda with support from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, HEW seeks to drive long-term public narrative shifts on racial health equity and support swift responses to emerging challenges and the anti-health equity movement.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Communications Assistant at Health Equity Works provides critical communication and administrative support to advance our health equity mission. Reporting to the VP, Health Equity Works, this role will support essential network communications, including coordinating meetings and webinars, drafting the partner newsletter, and helping maintain stakeholder relationships.

The position directly supports the Vice President through calendar management and administrative assistance, while also planning and supporting Advisory Council meetings by coordinating logistics, preparing materials, sending invitations, and documenting outcomes.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative team player and will combine strong organizational skills with excellent written and verbal communication abilities to facilitate effective communication among our network partners while ensuring smooth daily operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Network Communication and Coordination

• Coordinate and set up regular network meetings, webinars, and virtual events.
• Draft a range of written materials, including memos, briefings, presentations, and monthly network partner newsletter.
• Maintain updated contact lists and communication channels for all network partners.
• Create and distribute meeting materials to facilitate productive meetings and webinars.

Advisory Council Support

• Plan and coordinate quarterly Advisory Council meetings.
• Prepare and distribute meeting materials, agendas, and supporting documents.
• Send invitations and manage RSVPs for Advisory Council members.
• Take detailed minutes and track action items from Advisory Council meetings.
• Coordinate follow-up communications and task completion.

Administrative Support

• Proactively manage the Vice President's schedule, including travel arrangement when necessary.
• Assist in managing projects, tracking progress, and fostering efficient organization collaboration and information sharing amongst the team and stakeholders.
• Provide comprehensive support for the planning and execution of internal events, team gatherings and special convenings.
• Assist with expense reporting and budget tracking.
• Provide general administrative support.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree preferred in communications, public health, or related field.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and virtual meeting platforms.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to conduct extensive hours of work at a computer with reasonable accommodations is required.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

EEO STATEMENT
The Opportunity Agenda and ADP Total Source provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in all of the organization’s facilities without regard to race (including hair texture and hairstyles), color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, (or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to lactation), physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam- era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), genetic information, or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

Nonprofit HR is committed to fostering and maintaining a work environment where diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are fully integrated into everything we do for the benefit of our employees and the clients that we serve. To fully realize our goal, we prioritize our understanding of the complexities of DEI within our workforce to inform our approach to talent management. We believe that this guides how we do our work, advise our clients to operationalize DEI and position our content and educational opportunities help strengthen the talent management capacity of the social impact sector.

Continue reading our about our commitment at nonprofithr.com/deinow.