We are seeking an experienced and talented Writer/Editor to join our Health Communications Team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in health content development editorial management and web content production. This role involves overseeing the creation and distribution of health communication materials managing content for the agencys website and ensuring all materials meet the highest standards of accuracy usability and compliance.
Primary Responsibilities:
Content Development:
- Generate and develop original health communication materials for the agencys website newsletters online publications training manuals campaigns incentives and advertisements.
- Conduct research to verify facts dates and statistics as necessary.
- Collaborate with Division and marketing staff to determine the content direction of newsletters and other materials.
Project Management:
- Manage project schedules and ensure timely rollout of newsletters marketing campaigns and health communication initiatives throughout the year.
- Work closely with the Division Director to develop review and approve final content for all materials.
- Oversee website content management including maintaining customer minisites refreshing topic areas and writing original articles and features.
Editing & Layout:
- Evaluate proofread and edit content for readability style and adherence to brand guidelines.
- Ensure all content meets web usability standards government print standards and HHS and FOH policies.
- Compose headlines prepare copy for printing and format web and print content using layout applications and web design technologies.
- Develop camera ready copy for printing and review proofs for accuracy.
Production:
- Ensure the printing and distribution of newsletters and other recurring communications.
- Design complementary print and electronic versions of newsletters in coordination with creative staff and web programmers including image selection layout and developing structures for web usability and access.
- Manage the distribution of newsletters in both hardcopy and electronic formats (HTML and PDF) and maintain the mailing distribution lists.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Perform general editorial duties on projects such as planning the content of training manuals and other agency publications.
- Provide editorial support for other communications projects as needed.
- Support meetings and conferences by developing presentations and briefings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Location: This position is based within the Federal government sector with potential for occasional travel depending on project needs.
Qualifications :
- Education: Masters Degree in a relevant field.
- Experience: 7 to 10 years of experience in writing and editing with a focus on health content.
- Specific Experience:
- At least three years of experience overseeing the development of health or medical website content for a professional organization with a focus on maintaining content integrity.
- Proficiency in writing and editing health topics ranging from wellness to clinical subjects and the ability to communicate these topics clearly to a lay audience.
- Experience with government printing publishing and binding standards including Web usability requirements (Section 508 29 U.S.C.).
- Experience with web layout graphics software and content management systems.
- Skills:
- Ability to work independently and make editorial judgments confidently.
- Strong multitasking and adaptability skills in a fastpaced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications and basic computer and website use.
Additional Information :
International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants based on race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability genetic information marital status amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws.
Compensation Min: $50000 Max: $70000
This position is in the proposal stage we are waiting to be awarded the project.
Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical financial and other benefits. The final salary and offer will be determined by the applicants background experience skills internal equity and alignment with geographical market data.
Benefits This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical dental vision and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus. International SOS complies with all federal state and local minimum wage laws.
International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability genetic information marital status amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime