Communication Specialist Tennessee

Content Development & Strategy

• Assistthe design team in developing and managingcontent across a variety of platformsincluding websites newsletters social media print materials and reports.

• Assistthe design team in translatingcomplex health topics into clear and engaging communications for diverse audiences.

• Collaborate with subject matter expertsclinicalteams and community partners to design culturallyrelevantand visually compelling materials.

• Create and revise program documents to ensure compliance with ADA requirements WCAG 2.1 AA guidelines and Revised Section 508 accessibility standards. Prior experience with accessibility standards is beneficial but notrequiredat the time of training will be provided and the selected candidate will be expected to achieve anddemonstrateproficiencyas part of his or her ongoing duties.

• Produceamonthly newsletter using My Emma and track engagement metrics.

• Prepare quarterly reports that measure communications performance and recommend areas for improvement.

Community Engagement & Collaboration

• Support communication planning and outreach for the Maternal Health Task Force and partner organizations.

• Build and sustain productive relationships with internal and external partners to enhance maternal health visibility and impact.

• Contribute to campaign development and community education projects that highlight maternal health initiatives statewide.

• Work collaboratively within a supportive multidisciplinary team anddemonstrateflexibility when priorities shift.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree incommunicationspublicrelationsjournalismmarketinggraphicdesignor a related fieldORthe equivalentreflected in a non-collegiate portfolio.

• 25 years of experience in public health nonprofit or government communications preferred.

• Proficiencyin Canva and Microsoft Office Suite including writing and graphic design samplesarerequired.

• Experience using My Emma or similar email marketing reporting platform metrics.

• Knowledge of or willingness to learn digital accessibility standards in compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 ensuring that online content is accessible to individuals with visual and other disabilities.

• Exceptional writing editing and storytelling skills (please include writing samples or bylined links).

• Knowledge of cultural competency and sensitivity in health communications.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while working remotely.

• A team player who is innovative flexible and eager to collaborate toward shared goals.