Lead Writer and Content Creator - req# 31481

Project ECHO has an amazing opportunity for a writer/digital content creator to join our Communications and Marketing Team!

The Lead Digital Content Creator will be responsible for creating multimedia content for Project ECHO which highlight the impact of our work in our strategic areas of work. This individual will work with a variety of stakeholders across The University of New Mexico, Project ECHO, and our partners around the world.

The primary responsibilities will include producing Project ECHO’s Annual Report and developing a regular cadence of stories and other content to promote to our audiences.

Overall, your duties will include:

• Writing and developing all aspects of the Project ECHO Annual Report.
• Writing and creating multimedia content for Project ECHO’s external and internal audiences, including taking your own photographs and working with freelance vendors to create videos/photos.
• Maintaining a user-friendly database of photographs and images; as well as our testimonial bank
• Actively seeking out story/content ideas from a variety of sources within our global network.
• Using appropriate interview techniques to create stories and content; working with stakeholders to incorporate feedback and appropriate approvals.
• Using analytics to identify and optimize content creation.
• Using project management and data analytic skills to create a data-informed approach to the work, relaying key accomplishments and challenges to internal stakeholders.
• Preparing summaries and presentations on impact for various stakeholders.
• Working positively with partners from around the world, with differing geographical and cultural backgrounds.
• Overseeing and contributing in a consulting capacity in a matrixed work environment with teams across Project ECHO and the university.
• Elevating the Project ECHO brand among partners, funders and other stakeholders, through content creation and brand adherence.
• Overseeing work with vendors and other stakeholders on the production of written and multimedia content.

This role requires strong interpersonal skills and extraordinary competency in digital content production. This position requires flexibility and excellent prioritization skills; one who performs well with minimal supervision with the ability to thrive and problem solve in a fast-paced working environment with competing deadlines. A successful candidate will be a relationship and community builder who is passionate about the organization’s mission and values.

Project ECHO is unique and innovative center based within a vibrant academic community at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center. Our mission is to democratize implementation of best practices with a goal of helping 1 billion people lead better lives by 2025. We are looking for mission-driven high performers who share similar values to join our team and help us achieve this goal.

Project ECHO is committed to democratizing implementation of best practices in healthcare, education and other areas where first mile professionals need support. We do this by training universities, nonprofits, and dedicated individuals on facilitation skills and how to set up robust virtual communities of practice to be able to scale their own expertise and missions to the benefit of their local communities. Over the past 20 years, Project ECHO and our partners have trained more than 1,000 partners who make up our global network of Universities, ministries of health, and NGOs around the world. Examples of programs we and others run include infectious disease control (Hepatitis C, HIV), mental health and addiction treatment, literacy, math, climate mitigation and many more.

Project ECHO is funded in part by philanthropic grants and gifts from organizations such as the GE Foundation, the Helmsley Charitable Trust, the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation, the Merck Foundation, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the US Government. Additionally, for programming benefitting New Mexico we receive support from the NM Legislature, the New Mexico Human Services Department and the New Mexico Department of Health.

Project ECHO prides itself on being a values-based organization and inclusive place to work. Our seven values include: Service to the Underserved, Democratization of Knowledge, Mutual Trust and Respect, Teamwork, Excellence and Accountability, Innovation and Learning and Joy of Work. We strive to find individuals who can embrace and exemplify these values. In addition, Project ECHO was named one of Albuquerque’s Top Three Best Places to Work in 2023. This award recognizes organizations of all sizes with exceptional climates, team atmospheres, benefits, and employee engagement. For more information and a brief overview of benefits available please visit Project ECHO Newsroom.

We work with partners all over the world and work hours outside of normal business hours may be required. We are fortunate to have access to advanced technology, which will require some teleworking.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• If this position is assigned to the Athletics Department, either administratively or functionally, compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations is required.

High school diploma or GED; at least 7 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Experience with journalism
• Experience working with diverse, international stakeholders
• Experience working in a matrixed work environment
• Experience taking and editing photographs
• Experience working with content management systems
• Experience with SEO

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