ACT for Youth Communications Coordinator
ACT for Youth Communications Coordinator
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ACT for Youth is housed in the Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research (BCTR) which is located within Cornell Universitys College of Human Ecology. The BCTR mission is to improve professional and public efforts to understand and deal with risk and protective factors in the lives of children youth families and communities that affect family strength child wellbeing and youth development. Translational research as defined by the College and the BCTR is the systematic application of research findings into the development of innovative interventions practices and policies that may ultimately improve health and wellbeing. The knowledge derived from these interventions feeds future research.
ACT for Youth advances the wellbeing of children adolescents and young adults by connecting research to practice in the areas of positive youth development and health. As the ACT for Youth Center for Community Action (ACT CCA) we primarily support adults who work with adolescents; as the ACT for Youth Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs Program Center of Excellence (CYSHCN COE) we primarily support local New York State health departments families and children and youth with special health care needs. We do this work by creating identifying and disseminating researchinformed resources; developing and providing trainings; and supporting continuous quality improvement through evaluation services and technical assistance.
Our Mission
What You Will Do
While position responsibilities vary every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative collaborative open and welcoming; showing respect compassion and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.
ACT for Youth is funded by the New York State Department of Health to serve in two distinct capacities. Since 2000 the ACT for Youth Center for Community Action (ACT CCA) has worked to advance adolescent wellbeing by supporting communitybased organizations in the areas of positive youth development and adolescent sexual health. In October 2024 ACT for Youth is expanding our services by launching the Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) Program Center of Excellence (ACT COE) supporting New York State local health departments and families of CYSHCN in navigating and improving systems of care.
The Communications Coordinator position will fulfill duties within the scope of both centers as well as other grants administered by ACT for Youth with an initial primary focus within the ACT COE. This position requires expertise in writing editing website design and project management. The Communications Coordinator will direct the branding process for the new center as well as the creation and maintenance of a new website and resource database serving local health departments (LHDs) and families across New York State. This will include planning and managing the content developed by other members of the ACT team as well as creating original content and ensuring all materials developed have one voice. The Coordinator will also manage the development of education and outreach materials created by a public health marketing subcontractor. Each of these projects will involve extensive stakeholder input and collaboration supported by the Coordinator. For the ACT CCA and other grantfunded projects the Coordinator will edit or develop educational content disseminate a monthly newsletter support the development of interactive content and potential AI integration and maintain WordPress course sites. The Coordinator will ensure all content developed uses a translational research approach synthesizing and making academic research accessible while also integrating experiences and expertise from those in the field.
The successful Communication Coordinator will embody creativity collaboration and strong writing skills. You will be joining a dynamic team where collaboration thrives and colleagues support one another creating a positive and inclusive environment that fosters creativity and innovation. We are looking for candidates who not only bring the right skills but also value teamwork and team spirit.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in English Communications or related field plus 35 years experience in communications in a nonprofit extension educational or public health environment or equivalent combination.
Excellent writing and editing skills; demonstrated ability to write clear and engaging content that meets the needs of diverse audiences.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills demonstrating effective collaboration with various internal and external stakeholders and a commitment to cultural humility.
Demonstrated ability to plan and manage projects and deliver professional products on time.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in collaborative environments and to contribute to the innovation and outcome success of a team.
Ability to advocate for individuals from a broad range of backgrounds.
Commitment to continuous quality improvement.
Attention to the accessibility of all resources developed and disseminated by ACT for Youth.
Must have experience working directly with people from a broad range of backgrounds.
Must have experience incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities.
Must have ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students faculty staff and community members.
Preferred Qualifications:
Masters degree in communications public health humancentered design or related field.
Graphic design experience.
Website design experience (nontechnical).
Web accessibility experience.
For consideration applicants are required to submit the following materials online:
1. Resume.
2. Cover letter that describes previous experience and fit for the role.
sample for a nonacademic audience: submit a short text (such as a blog post) demonstrating how you would explain research findings on any topic to a general audience. The writing sample must be original; use of AI is not accepted.
This is a oneyear fixedterm position based in Ithaca NY on Cornell Universitys campus. Annual renewal for up to 5 years (or more) is possible contingent on available funding work and successful performance. This hybrid role requires a minimum of three days inperson and up to two days remote work each week. The university reserves the right to modify suspend revoke or terminate the hybrid work arrangement at any time.
No visa sponsorship or relocation assistance are provided for this position.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in US without sponsorship. Employment will end upon the expiration of work authorization in the US. Continued employment in this position is subject to eligibility to work in accordance with US immigration laws.
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