Communications Officer at Lifebox

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

In close collaboration with Lifebox communications and marketing team and key partners, the Communications Officer will communicate the objectives and impact of Lifebox and its key partners through the creation and dissemination of communications materials tailored for specific platforms and targeted audiences.

• Participate in the development, writing, editing, and proofreading of a wide variety of communication materials
• Develop ideas, research, and create content (stories, interviews, reports, photo essays, communications campaigns etc.) for Lifebox platforms (e.g. website, social media) and key partners;
• Work closely with program and clinical team members turning programmatic and clinical updates into engaging communications for key Lifebox platforms and targeted audiences
• Develop and oversee Lifebox presence at key professional conferences and events, both online and in-person
• Work closely with Lifebox team members to disseminate information to internal constituencies for effective internal communications;
• Manage relevant vendor relations in accordance with Lifebox policies and procedures.
• Participate as an active member of the Lifebox Communications team, including attending planning meetings and creative sessions, contributing ideas and suggestions, and working to support global team collaboration.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

• Three to five years’ relevant media relations experience, preferably in global health, with a track record of generating media coverage;
• relevant experience, preferably in global health
• Excellent written communications skills, with ability to write, edit, and proofread a broad range of communication materials for a variety of audiences;
• Ability to distil complex medical and scientific information into compelling stories and accessible materials for a variety of platforms and audiences;
• Strong ability to manage multiple initiatives and priorities at a time; and
• Excellent proficiency in English. Additional languages an asset, particularly French.
• Experience in content creation for social media messaging, web-optimization, and promotion.
• Knowledge of digital marketing analytics and search engine optimization

Personal Attributes

• Passion for and strong commitment to Lifebox’s work and goals;
• Flexible and comfortable with a fast-paced international work environment;
• Proactive, with a proven ability to take initiative;
• Ability to prioritise competing tasks; and
• Willingness to travel regionally and internationally.