Public Affairs coordinator

Job Description Job Description

Public Affairs Coordinator

The Public Affairs Coordinator is a member of a collaborative public affairs team. The

Public Affairs Coordinator supports the Public Affairs department in advancing Essential Access

Health's mission, strategic priorities, and policy agenda. The ideal candidate has strong

communication skills, a passion for reproductive health equity, and is comfortable working in a

fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

The salary for this position is $75,000. This position can be based in our Los Angeles or Bay Area

office with a hybrid work schedule.

SPECIFIC DUTIES + RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Draft and disseminate action alerts, policy updates, fact sheets, and e-newsletters

• Monitor federal, state (California + Hawaii) and local policy (as needed) and legislative

developments relevant to sexual and reproductive health, and prepare summaries, briefs,

public comments, and template or draft letters for internal and external audiences

• Maintain legislative priority tracking sheets and documents

• Assist in coordinating and implementing stakeholder, partner, community and youth

engagement and outreach activities including events, meetings, focus groups, round

tables and town halls

• Help maintain the organization's contact management system. Keep contact information

and lists clean and up to date

• Represent the organization in coalition meetings and spaces

• Identify outreach opportunities and conduct outreach activities as needed to advance

department and organization's strategic priorities and policy agenda

• Develop Public Affairs and policy presentations, surveys, and polls

• Collaborate with the Communications Specialist and other Public Affairs and department

team members to create content development for social media platforms, websites,

advocacy and awareness campaigns

• Develop, distribute, and coordinate printing of materials and merch, and order supplies as

needed to support Essential Access programs and advocacy priorities

• Organize Public Affairs department materials and documents, and provide other

administrative support to the Vice President of Public Affairs and to support public affairs

functions

• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned and required by the Public Affairs

department

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

The qualifications listed below reflect the skills and experiences that will support success in this

role. We recognize that not all strong candidates will have every listed qualification and encourage

applicants with equivalent or transferable experience to apply.

• Demonstrated commitment to advancing sexual and reproductive health, rights, and

justice for all individuals and communities

• A minimum of two years of relevant experience in public policy, advocacy,

communications, or a related field - especially in health, social justice, or community based work preferred

• Educational background in political science, communications, marketing, or a related field

- or equivalent lived or professional experience

• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with close attention to detail (writing

samples may be requested)

• Effective verbal communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse

audiences

• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet

deadlines in a dynamic environment

• Familiarity with media, social media, and the current political landscape, particularly as it

relates to reproductive health and equity

• Flexible and adaptable, with a problem-solving mindset and the ability to shift priorities in

a fast-paced setting

• Experience with digital platforms and graphic design tools, or a willingness to learn

• Willingness to travel occasionally (within the state or region) for events or meetings

Company Description About Essential Access Health

Mission: Essential Access Health champions and promotes quality sexual + reproductive health care for all
Essential Access Health (Essential Access) achieves its mission and advances health equity through a wide range of programs and services including clinic support initiatives, provider training, advanced clinical research, advocacy, and public awareness campaigns. Essential Access operates the Title X federal family planning program in California and Hawai'i and serves as the lead fiscal and program administrator for state-supported funding streams that support access to abortion and birth control for individuals with low-incomes seeking these essential services in California.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Justice + Inclusion
Essential Access was established in 1968, grounded in the belief that everyone has the right to access the health services and information they want - with dignity and respect. Although significant gains have been made in expanding access to essential health services over the past 50 years, true progress cannot be attained without confronting and addressing racism, advocating for equity and justice for all, including the LGBTQ+ community and individuals with disabilities. We are committed to integrating a health equity lens into our policies and broad range of programs and services and taking meaningful action to promote equitable and optimal sexual and reproductive health outcomes for all.

Join Us
With offices in Northern and Southern California, our dedicated staff are leading experts in the field of sexual and reproductive health - as researchers, trainers, health care leaders, and more. Company Description About Essential Access Health Mission: Essential Access Health champions and promotes quality sexual + reproductive health care for all Essential Access Health (Essential Access) achieves its mission and advances health equity through a wide range of programs and services including clinic support initiatives, provider training, advanced clinical research, advocacy, and public awareness campaigns. Essential Access operates the Title X federal family planning program in California and Hawai'i and serves as the lead fiscal and program administrator for state-supported funding streams that support access to abortion and birth control for individuals with low-incomes seeking these essential services in California. Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Justice + Inclusion Essential Access was established in 1968, grounded in the belief that everyone has the right to access the health services and information they want - with dignity and respect. Although significant gains have been made in expanding access to essential health services over the past 50 years, true progress cannot be attained without confronting and addressing racism, advocating for equity and justice for all, including the LGBTQ+ community and individuals with disabilities. We are committed to integrating a health equity lens into our policies and broad range of programs and services and taking meaningful action to promote equitable and optimal sexual and reproductive health outcomes for all. Join Us With offices in Northern and Southern California, our dedicated staff are leading experts in the field of sexual and reproductive health - as researchers, trainers, health care leaders, and more.

Job Description Job Description

Public Affairs Coordinator

The Public Affairs Coordinator is a member of a collaborative public affairs team. The

Public Affairs Coordinator supports the Public Affairs department in advancing Essential Access

Health's mission, strategic priorities, and policy agenda. The ideal candidate has strong

communication skills, a passion for reproductive health equity, and is comfortable working in a

fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

The salary for this position is $75,000. This position can be based in our Los Angeles or Bay Area

office with a hybrid work schedule.

SPECIFIC DUTIES + RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Draft and disseminate action alerts, policy updates, fact sheets, and e-newsletters

• Monitor federal, state (California + Hawaii) and local policy (as needed) and legislative

developments relevant to sexual and reproductive health, and prepare summaries, briefs,

public comments, and template or draft letters for internal and external audiences

• Maintain legislative priority tracking sheets and documents

• Assist in coordinating and implementing stakeholder, partner, community and youth

engagement and outreach activities including events, meetings, focus groups, round

tables and town halls

• Help maintain the organization's contact management system. Keep contact information

and lists clean and up to date

• Represent the organization in coalition meetings and spaces

• Identify outreach opportunities and conduct outreach activities as needed to advance

department and organization's strategic priorities and policy agenda

• Develop Public Affairs and policy presentations, surveys, and polls

• Collaborate with the Communications Specialist and other Public Affairs and department

team members to create content development for social media platforms, websites,

advocacy and awareness campaigns

• Develop, distribute, and coordinate printing of materials and merch, and order supplies as

needed to support Essential Access programs and advocacy priorities

• Organize Public Affairs department materials and documents, and provide other

administrative support to the Vice President of Public Affairs and to support public affairs

functions

• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned and required by the Public Affairs

department

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

The qualifications listed below reflect the skills and experiences that will support success in this

role. We recognize that not all strong candidates will have every listed qualification and encourage

applicants with equivalent or transferable experience to apply.

• Demonstrated commitment to advancing sexual and reproductive health, rights, and

justice for all individuals and communities

• A minimum of two years of relevant experience in public policy, advocacy,

communications, or a related field - especially in health, social justice, or community based work preferred

• Educational background in political science, communications, marketing, or a related field

- or equivalent lived or professional experience

• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with close attention to detail (writing

samples may be requested)

• Effective verbal communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse

audiences

• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet

deadlines in a dynamic environment

• Familiarity with media, social media, and the current political landscape, particularly as it

relates to reproductive health and equity

• Flexible and adaptable, with a problem-solving mindset and the ability to shift priorities in

a fast-paced setting

• Experience with digital platforms and graphic design tools, or a willingness to learn

• Willingness to travel occasionally (within the state or region) for events or meetings

Company Description About Essential Access Health

Mission: Essential Access Health champions and promotes quality sexual + reproductive health care for all
Essential Access Health (Essential Access) achieves its mission and advances health equity through a wide range of programs and services including clinic support initiatives, provider training, advanced clinical research, advocacy, and public awareness campaigns. Essential Access operates the Title X federal family planning program in California and Hawai'i and serves as the lead fiscal and program administrator for state-supported funding streams that support access to abortion and birth control for individuals with low-incomes seeking these essential services in California.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Justice + Inclusion
Essential Access was established in 1968, grounded in the belief that everyone has the right to access the health services and information they want - with dignity and respect. Although significant gains have been made in expanding access to essential health services over the past 50 years, true progress cannot be attained without confronting and addressing racism, advocating for equity and justice for all, including the LGBTQ+ community and individuals with disabilities. We are committed to integrating a health equity lens into our policies and broad range of programs and services and taking meaningful action to promote equitable and optimal sexual and reproductive health outcomes for all.

Join Us
With offices in Northern and Southern California, our dedicated staff are leading experts in the field of sexual and reproductive health - as researchers, trainers, health care leaders, and more. Company Description About Essential Access Health Mission: Essential Access Health champions and promotes quality sexual + reproductive health care for all Essential Access Health (Essential Access) achieves its mission and advances health equity through a wide range of programs and services including clinic support initiatives, provider training, advanced clinical research, advocacy, and public awareness campaigns. Essential Access operates the Title X federal family planning program in California and Hawai'i and serves as the lead fiscal and program administrator for state-supported funding streams that support access to abortion and birth control for individuals with low-incomes seeking these essential services in California. Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Justice + Inclusion Essential Access was established in 1968, grounded in the belief that everyone has the right to access the health services and information they want - with dignity and respect. Although significant gains have been made in expanding access to essential health services over the past 50 years, true progress cannot be attained without confronting and addressing racism, advocating for equity and justice for all, including the LGBTQ+ community and individuals with disabilities. We are committed to integrating a health equity lens into our policies and broad range of programs and services and taking meaningful action to promote equitable and optimal sexual and reproductive health outcomes for all. Join Us With offices in Northern and Southern California, our dedicated staff are leading experts in the field of sexual and reproductive health - as researchers, trainers, health care leaders, and more.

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