Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: 60,000 to 65,000
The Endowment for Health
The Endowment for Health is New Hampshires largest health foundation. We work with our partners to inspire collective action and ensure everyone has a say in shaping their communities, health and opportunities. Were looking for a dynamic communications professional who can translate complex ideas into compelling messages using a variety of strategies and technologies. The ideal candidate will be a multi-tasker who enjoys a fast-paced environment and can drive results to completion with a sense of urgency. Are you looking to put your communication expertise into action by providing solutions-focused feedback? We want to hear from you.
Position Description
Title: Communications Specialist
Reports to: Director of Communications
Updated: January 2026
Classification: Salaried Non-Exempt
Position Summary:
The Communications Specialist serves as a professional, respectful, and committed representative of the Endowment for Health. This position will work collaboratively with the Director of Communications to support the Endowments brand and voice through a variety of strategies and tactics including online, print, video, or other mediums. This position interacts with and advises Endowment program staff, management, Board, Advisory Council and community partners as necessary to fulfill the Endowments mission.
As a member of the Endowments Communications Team, this position requires collaborative communication abilities working in a transparent environment, addressing issues openly and building cross-functional trust through candid, solutions-oriented feedback.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the publication of a weekly digest of national and state health policy news.
- Write articles and copy for newsletters, online content, and events to educate and inform various audiences.
- Collaborate with Communications Director to support and advise program staff on communicating the impact of grants and progress of community partners.
- Participate on the Endowment Web Team while assisting with the creation of online content. Work within the websites Content Management System to refresh content, monitor analytics and create reports on website usage and engagement.
- Create and monitor the Endowments social media content with supporting graphic and visual elements.
- Work with established graphic design templates for the creation of reports, fact sheets and infographics.
- Edit and proofread communication materials, reports, and other organizational correspondence.
- Support communications needs for live and virtual corporate events and educational programs.
- Collaborate with Director of Communications in responding to media. Assist as needed with press outreach and media relations.
- Complete special projects as assigned which may include researching communication best practices and coordinating program communications.
- Stay abreast of technical and logistical approaches to communications such as video content creation, photography, AI best practices, audio/visual and graphic layout technologies and project management tools.
- Manage inventory of all print material including research reports, brochures, invitations, and giveaways.
- Stay up-to-date on industry trends and make recommendations for adjustments to communications strategies and practices.
- Attend staff and Communications Team meetings and actively participate in team discussions regarding communication strategies.
- Participate in internal and external workgroups as requested.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
Knowledge/Degree/License Requirements
- Bachelors degree in communications, journalism, or marketing.
Experience
- Minimum of three years of professional office experience in a team-oriented environment
- Experience with social media products and digital communications
- Some experience in graphic design and data visualization
Skills Requirement
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Ability to work with a high degree of confidentiality.
- Strong project management skills
- Ability to make independent decisions and judgements.
- Ability to support a team-oriented environment.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Ability to meet tight and recurring deadlines.
- Excellent communication and writing skills.
- Excellent computer skills (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Constant Contact, Wix Mail, Canva, Facebook, LinkedIn, cloud-based board portal)
- Strong organizational skills
- Good problem-solving skills
Physical Requirements
- Physically able to lift various materials up to 15 pounds on an occasional basis.
- While performing required job tasks, physically able to remain seated, frequently to continuously.
- Possess necessary dexterity to frequently operate keyboard, operate office equipment, filing and other related job responsibilities.
- Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and make fine discrimination in sound.
- Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken and written word.
- Visual acuity appropriate for working on computer and with typed and handwritten materials.
- Ability to transport self to meetings, events, and affiliated vendors.
Job Posting will close January 31, 2026