The Communications Specialist will support day-to-day communications activities for the American Psychiatric Association Foundation (APAF). This position is responsible for disseminating APAFs messages through content writing in the form of, but not limited to, blogs, Foundation websites, press releases, publications, and promotional materials. The Communications Specialist will work with the Communications Manager to implement communication strategies and campaigns for Foundation initiatives and take a lead role in the management of APAF social media channels. We are seeking a team member who is flexible, adaptable, comfortable with performing a broad range of communications activities, and passionate about the Foundations mission to build a mentally healthy nation for all.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Content writing and editing
  • Write, edit, and support the implementation of ongoing Foundation communications in the form of website content, blogs, events, press releases, newsletters, social media, podcasts, PSAs, development solicitations, and program marketing materials
  • Review and edit content on website on a rolling basis to keep information current
  • Work with web team to manage and make website content changes. Training for CMS will be provided.
• Social media content development and posting
  • Write and regularly post new information on APAFs Twitter, LinkedIn, Youtube, and Facebook accounts.
  • Works with Communications Manager and program teams to develop and execute social media campaigns
  • Attends major APAF meetings and events and provides social media coverage
  • Monitors comments on all APAF social media campaigns
  • Curate social media analytics to share with internal teams
  • Ability to make basic social media graphics in Canva or similar software
  • Works with Communications Manager and Graphic Designer to brainstorm and develop social media friendly visuals
  • Conducts research both within APAF and outside the organization to identify news to share on social media.

REQUIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in communications, journalism, and English or related field with 3-5 years of experience; non-profit experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to authentically connect the APA and APA Foundation's mission
• Superior written, verbal, and storytelling communications skills
• Experience editing and producing written content for blogs, press releases, and websites
• Experience managing organizational social media accounts
• Creativity and imagination for how to effectively frame ideas, develop stories, and synthesize complex issues in a way that appeals to a diversity of audiences
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Basic graphic design experience with use of Canva or similar software

EOE, including disability/vets

Salary-$55,753-$83,000

About The American Psychiatric Association

American Psychiatric Association (APA) is the world's largest psychiatric organization, with over 38,500 U.S. and international member physicians and 240 employees. Its vision is a society that has available, accessible quality psychiatric diagnosis and treatment. APA has excellent benefits, including medical, dental, 401k, flexible spending accounts, and tuition assistance. The APA is located in Washington, D.C. within walking distance of the L'Enfant Plaza Metro stop.

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