Job Description

The mission of the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) is to work in partnership with communities to protect and promote the health and well-being of all Boston residents, especially those impacted by racism and systemic inequities. The BPHC envisions a thriving Boston where all residents live healthy, fulfilling lives free of racism, poverty, violence, and other systems of oppression. The BPHC sets an expectation that all staff and leadership commit, individually and as part of the BPHC team, to hold ourselves accountable to establishing a culture of antiracism and advance racial equity and justice through each of our bureaus, programs, and offices.

Program/Department Description

The Communications Office guides and works closely with BPHC program staff to develop public health awareness campaigns, messaging, and other communications deliverables and works with all forms of media, including press releases and digital campaigns, print materials, social media, audio and video and more. The Communications Office also develops communication strategy, handles all press requests, and collaborates with other city departments and the Mayor's Office to amplify public health messages, priorities, and policies.

ROLE

The Digital Media Manager works in partnership with the Communications Director and the Creative Director to lead digital content for BPHC. This includes social media accounts, websites, graphics, videos, photos, and other materials to further the mission of BPHC. The Digital Media Manager creates content, develops communication strategies, and partners with Commission staff to promote public health messages and programs, ensure consistent messaging, and brand integrity. The position will also serve as the Communications Office's point person for all multimedia content and projects.

DUTIES

Lead BPHC's digital outreach and develop communication strategies and campaigns to advance BPHC goals.Have a deep understanding of key social media platforms and how to create consistent, engaging public health-related content that brings BPHC's voice to important conversations.Manage BPHC's social media, website, e-newsletter, and other forms of digital communication.Collaborate closely with BPHC program staff to develop and manage communication campaigns, digital advertising, and videos to uplift BPHC's work.Create and edit original content, graphics, and videos for social media and other channels of distribution.Develop data visualization and storytelling content optimized for all platforms in partnership with the Creative Director.Manage the design and production of all BPHC videos, audio, and photos.Train and support program staff to contribute to social media and add website content for their programs, ensuring regular support for and coordination with programs.Develop and ensure compliance with brand standards and messaging across all digital channels.Understand digital analytics, develop recommendations, and strategically grow outreach and engagement.Film and/or photograph BPHC press events and functions.Build, maintain, and manage digital assets (i.e. photos, videos, flyers, graphics, etc.).Work to help BPHC advance as an antiracist organization by meeting or exceeding the standards set by the BPHC Anti-Racism Policy.Perform other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Passionate commitment to health equity and racial/social justice issues.Knowledge of or willingness to learn about the role of public health in addressing racism, the social determinants of health, inequities in health outcomes, and strategies to advance racial justice and health equity.Minimum two (2) to five (5) years full-time experience or equivalent part-time experience working in digital communications, social media management, or marketing.BA/BS in Communications, Marketing, Digital Media, Broadcast, Public Relations or other relevant field; OR equivalent work experience.Experience creating and managing content on social media and various content management systems.Experience shooting, creating, and editing videos, graphics, and photos on platforms such as Canva and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, and AfterEffects).Excellent written and verbal communications skills with experience distilling complex policies and data into engaging, understandable content.Detail-oriented with strong organizational and planning skills; able to work on multiple projects at the same time with competing priorities.Ability to work flexible hours including some evenings, weekends, and holidays and attend events across the city.Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to create a welcoming work environment.Proficiency in current and emerging social channels.Comfortable working under pressure and strict deadlines.Preferred or Plus:

Experience in or familiarity with public health, government, and/or health care sectors.Experience making content decisions with minimal oversight.Experience supervising direct reports.Experience with websites.Experience with basic photography and video recording equipment, such as DSLR cameras, lenses, tripods, microphones, gimbals, and more.Knowledge of Boston neighborhoods.Proficiency in a language other than English.

Additional Information

City of Boston Residency Required, A Criminal Offenders Records Information request must be completed for this position. However, a record is not an automatic bar to employment but is reviewed in relation to the job applied for., Any position that requires an advanced degree will be subject to education verification, The Boston Public Health Commission is an EEO Employer and all applicants meeting the minimum requirements are eligible to apply

Shift

Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm (35 hours per week)

Expectation of some evenings and weekends, particularly during periods of high need and for staff coverage.

Hybrid schedule is subject to BPHC's temporary teleworking policy.

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