Health Communications Associate

International Petroleum Technology Conference (IPTC)

. Lead tasks within contracts and ensure quality and timeliness .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeSilver Spring • Maryland • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $65,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing communications projects, ensuring quality control, and delivering on time while maintaining strong client relationships. Proficient in utilizing digital communication platforms and social media tools to enhance project outcomes and support strategic initiatives.

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Project ManagementClient Relationship ManagementDigital Communication PlatformsSocial Media ToolsWritten And Verbal Communication

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Hard Skills

Communications SupportWeb CopywritingGraphic CoordinationPress Release WritingNewsletter CreationSocial Media UpdatesResearch SkillsQuality ControlTime ManagementAsana

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsMulti-taskingPrioritizationAdaptabilitySolutions-oriented Attitude

Tools & Technologies

Social Media AnalyticsDigital Communication Tools

Industry Keywords

CommunicationsPublic HealthHealth EducationAgency Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead tasks within contracts and ensure quality and timeliness
Maintain work plans and timelines for producing, approving, and publishing materials across digital, traditional, and social media channels
Ensure on-time delivery and quality control for key tasks and projects
Write, edit, and coordinate web copy, graphics, press releases, newsletters, and social media updates
Track and communicate project progress through written notes, progress reports, and Asana updates
Conduct research to inform communication strategies and initiatives
Support strategic approaches for communications projects, campaigns, and messages based on client objectives, audience-driven principles, and resource use
Estimate own time and manage assigned hours and deadlines responsibly
Submit subcontractor, vendor, or freelancer invoices promptly to the Project Director
Serve as client liaison on assigned projects
Build and maintain client relationships through service, collaboration, and quality control
Contribute to contract growth by providing customer service and suggesting additional services to the Project Director

Requirements

What you’ll need

1–3 years of professional experience providing communications support
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and work independently
Strong written and verbal communication skills
A positive, solutions-oriented attitude, adaptable to various challenges and tasks
Professional knowledge of social media tools and analytics
Experience with various digital communication platforms
Bachelor’s degree in communication, public health, health education or related field
Minimum of 1 year of full-time work in communications, preferably in an agency