Hybrid Senior Writer, Content Manager

at Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc.

• Job title: Senior Writer, Content Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Chai
• Location requirements: Hybrid, United States

About the role

• Senior Writer & Content Manager at CHAI, developing compelling narratives to communicate global health impact. Overseeing content strategy and execution in a diverse, international environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute CHAI's overall content strategy in coordination with the Communications Director
• Cultivate a high-level view of the organization to identify strategic content opportunities
• Lead the planning and creation of major content initiatives
• Manage the editorial/content calendar and workflow
• Measure content performance and adjust strategy based on analytics and stakeholder feedback
• Write and edit thought leadership pieces
• Edit content for strategic messaging and organizational voice
• Develop compelling narratives that translate technical achievements into accessible stories
• Lead content approval processes with internal and external stakeholders
• Develop a suite of templates for low- and medium-priority content
• Lead Annual Report development and production
• Supervise and mentor content team member
• Coordinate with technical program and country teams
• Collaborate with the policy, advocacy, and communications group
• Build strong relationships with organizational leaders
• Provide training to program and country teams
• Partner with the analytics manager to track content performance
• Manage contracts with freelance writers and other vendors as needed
• Develop and maintain content governance frameworks and approval workflows
• Maintain quality assurance processes and content review protocols
• Manage content team schedules, workload distribution, and capacity planning

Requirements

• Degree in journalism, communications, public health, or related field
• 7-10 years of progressive experience in strategic communications, content development, or related field
• Exceptional writing and editing skills with demonstrated ability to create compelling narratives
• Previous journalism, editorial, or equivalent experience producing high-quality written content
• Prior experience working in one or more low or middle-income country settings, with a deep understanding of the global health landscape and development sector
• Proven ability to translate technical concepts for broader audiences
• Strong project management experience with demonstrated success managing complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives
• Experience supervising staff and developing team capabilities
• Strategic thinking ability with capacity to align content development with organizational goals
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, particularly with senior leaders and technical experts
• Sound editorial judgment and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated track record of innovation in communications and content strategy
• Understanding of digital content best practices and content distribution channels
• Familiarity with content performance metrics and analytics
• Knowledge of global health issues, international development, and/or public health
• Fluency in additional languages such as Swahili, Portuguese, French, Spanish or other languages native in our countries of operation is highly desirable
• Willingness to travel internationally as needed.

Benefits

• CHAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
• Committed to providing an environment of fairness and mutual respect