The Junior Associate at M Booth Health is a tenacious entry-level communications professional with a passion for global health issues, policy, advocacy and/or media. The Junior Associate participates in a wide range of communications/public relations tasks including conducting research, performing social and news media monitoring, developing presentations and other communications materials, analyzing media coverage and online coverage, and supporting outreach to reporters.
This is a learning position, enabling the individual to develop the professional skills to actively contribute to client deliverables.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Account & General Support
Effectively utilizes both internal and external research capabilities – including use of the web, media monitoring services, media databases, and other communications resources to monitor and analyze media coverage for clients
Evaluates and analyzes information and data (including media coverage) to develop succinct and accurate summaries
Develops media lists and other reports
Arranges meetings and events
Monitors social media and proposes relevant social media strategies and tactics
Drafts client emails, article summaries, case histories, and reports
Team Development & Initiative
Possesses personal judgment and knows when to seek advice from others
Participates actively in team and staff meetings
Takes initiative in setting career path and learning professional skills
Works with manager to identify and address training, education, and skill-building needs
Proactively seeks and shares information with colleagues
Effectively uses talents of colleagues in own problem solving
Financial & Administrative
Develops and applies understanding of billing and budgeting processes
Prepares well-documented and thorough activity reports
Completes timesheets and other administrative reports in a timely manner
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
0-1 years full-time work experience in a PR, health, science, advocacy, global health, or journalism setting preferred
Bachelor’s degree required
Excellent research and writing skills
Strategic and creative thinker
Passion for understanding and/or demonstrated interested in public health issues and trends
Exceptional interpersonal skills, a collaborative style, and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Positive, energetic attitude; enthusiasm and dedication to exceptional work products
Experience with digital and social media tactics is preferred
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M Booth & Associates is an equal opportunity employer. All candidates will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.