University of Iowa
Communications Coordinator
Job Title: Communications Coordinator
Unit: Prevention Research Center for Rural Health
Department: Community & Behavioral Health, College of Public Health
Position Summary The Communications Coordinator will play a key role in supporting the Prevention Research Center for Rural Health's communication efforts. This position will assist with website updates and maintenance, development of newsletters and annual reports, and weekly LinkedIn postings. The Coordinator will work closely with the Communication Lead and contribute to broader Center activities and research initiatives as needed. This role requires a creative and detail-oriented individual with strong communication and design skills, and a commitment to accessibility and community engagement.
Key Areas of Responsibilities and Specific Job Tasks
Digital Communications and Website Management
Maintain and update the Center's website using Drupal, ensuring content is accurate and accessible.
Incorporate alternative text (alt text) and other accessibility features for all images and visual media.
Collaborate with the Communication Lead to enhance website design, layout and user experience.
Social Media and Outreach
Create and schedule weekly LinkedIn posts to highlight Center activities, research findings, and community partnerships.
Trace and analyze engagement metrics to inform content strategy and improve outreach.
Ensure all social media content meets accessibility standards and reflects the Center's mission and values.
Publications and Reporting
Assist in the development, writing, editing, and design of newsletters, annual reports, and other communication materials.
Ensure consistency in branding and messaging across all materials.
Support the dissemination of research findings and program updates to partners and the public.
Research and Community Engagement Support
Provide communications support for research projects, including the creation of promotional materials and participant outreach strategies.
Attend and document community events, including taking photos, videos and live posting when appropriate (desired).
Assist in developing culturally and contextually appropriate materials for rural and micropolitan audiences.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in communications, public health, marketing or related field with relevant experience.
Demonstrated experience in graphic design skills, copyrighting, social media marketing, website creation and maintenance, and health communication.
Ability to create and publish accessible content across digital platforms, including alt text for images and accessible formatting for documents (e.g., reports, PDFs, and presentations).
Proficiency in Drupal and Dispatch software.
Desirable Qualifications
Master's degree in related field.
Experience with photography and visual storytelling.
Ability to attend in-person meetings and community events.
Familiarity with rural and/or micropolitan communities and experience working in these settings.
Compensation
Hourly Rate: $27
Hours: 10
Appointment Type: Temporary/Hourly
Contact HEIDI HAINES Phone: (319) 335-8350 Email: heidi-haines@uiowa.edu
Application Instructions Please send resume and cover letter to Heidi Haines at heidi-haines@uiowa.edu.
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Unit: Prevention Research Center for Rural Health
Department: Community & Behavioral Health, College of Public Health
Position Summary The Communications Coordinator will play a key role in supporting the Prevention Research Center for Rural Health's communication efforts. This position will assist with website updates and maintenance, development of newsletters and annual reports, and weekly LinkedIn postings. The Coordinator will work closely with the Communication Lead and contribute to broader Center activities and research initiatives as needed. This role requires a creative and detail-oriented individual with strong communication and design skills, and a commitment to accessibility and community engagement.
Key Areas of Responsibilities and Specific Job Tasks
Digital Communications and Website Management
Maintain and update the Center's website using Drupal, ensuring content is accurate and accessible.
Incorporate alternative text (alt text) and other accessibility features for all images and visual media.
Collaborate with the Communication Lead to enhance website design, layout and user experience.
Social Media and Outreach
Create and schedule weekly LinkedIn posts to highlight Center activities, research findings, and community partnerships.
Trace and analyze engagement metrics to inform content strategy and improve outreach.
Ensure all social media content meets accessibility standards and reflects the Center's mission and values.
Publications and Reporting
Assist in the development, writing, editing, and design of newsletters, annual reports, and other communication materials.
Ensure consistency in branding and messaging across all materials.
Support the dissemination of research findings and program updates to partners and the public.
Research and Community Engagement Support
Provide communications support for research projects, including the creation of promotional materials and participant outreach strategies.
Attend and document community events, including taking photos, videos and live posting when appropriate (desired).
Assist in developing culturally and contextually appropriate materials for rural and micropolitan audiences.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in communications, public health, marketing or related field with relevant experience.
Demonstrated experience in graphic design skills, copyrighting, social media marketing, website creation and maintenance, and health communication.
Ability to create and publish accessible content across digital platforms, including alt text for images and accessible formatting for documents (e.g., reports, PDFs, and presentations).
Proficiency in Drupal and Dispatch software.
Desirable Qualifications
Master's degree in related field.
Experience with photography and visual storytelling.
Ability to attend in-person meetings and community events.
Familiarity with rural and/or micropolitan communities and experience working in these settings.
Compensation
Hourly Rate: $27
Hours: 10
Appointment Type: Temporary/Hourly
Contact HEIDI HAINES Phone: (319) 335-8350 Email: heidi-haines@uiowa.edu
Application Instructions Please send resume and cover letter to Heidi Haines at heidi-haines@uiowa.edu.
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