Health Communications Manager

International Petroleum Technology Conference (IPTC)

. Work with federal clients to define project objectives, scope, and deliverables aligned with strategic science and health communications goals .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeSilver Spring • Maryland • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in health communications planning and execution, with a strong focus on project management, client interaction, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Proven ability to develop strategic recommendations and manage project deliverables effectively within federal public health contexts.

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Project ManagementHealth Communications PlanningClient Relationship ManagementMultidisciplinary Team CoordinationStrategic Guidance

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Hard Skills

Project SchedulingBudget DevelopmentQualitative Research ManagementCampaign DevelopmentOutreach Initiative Execution

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailMultitaskingPrioritizationSolutions-Oriented AttitudeAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in CommunicationsBachelor’s Degree in Public HealthBachelor’s Degree in Health Education

Industry Keywords

Federal Public Health ProgramsHealth CommunicationsStrategic RecommendationsDigital Materials DevelopmentMultimedia Materials Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work with federal clients to define project objectives, scope, and deliverables aligned with strategic science and health communications goals
Interact with multidisciplinary internal team members to execute project deliverables
Develop work plans for campaigns, outreach initiatives, scientific report launches, and other communications activities
Build strong relationships with clients and colleagues through a customer-focused, collaborative approach
Present project progress, priorities, milestones, and recommendations to clients and internal team members
Manage qualitative research, strategic recommendations, print, digital, and multimedia materials development, and outreach activities
Ensure all deliverables are high quality
Handle project schedules, develop budgets, track spending, and ensure successful project delivery
Communicate clearly with internal team members and oversee vendor work products and budgets

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to coordinate work across multidisciplinary teams, including strategists, writers, designers, digital professionals, and vendors
Experience working directly with clients and offering strategic guidance
Understanding of health communications planning and execution, from formative research to execution and evaluation
Excellent attention to detail, multitasking, prioritizing, and independent working abilities
A positive, solutions-oriented attitude, adaptable to various tasks
Bachelor’s degree in communications, public health, health education, or a related field
Minimum 5-7 years of experience
2+ years of progressive project management experience
Experience with federal public health programs, agencies, or similar contexts