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Digital Communications and Audience Engagement Intern- JHU Students Only

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Internship
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.00 - $19.75
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Professional Development
Flexible working hours

Job Description

AlignMNH is a forward-thinking organization dedicated to improving maternal and newborn health outcomes, especially in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). As a leader in global health communications, AlignMNH focuses on innovative strategies and partnerships to effectively disseminate critical health information and enhance community engagement. By leveraging digital technologies and audience-centered approaches, AlignMNH aims to modernize traditional communication methods to better serve diverse global populations. The organization's commitment to measurable impact and sustainable change has established it as a vital contributor within the public health sector.

The Digital Communications and Audience Engagement Intern will play a crucial role in transforming AlignMNH's ... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Currently enrolled as a full-time JHU graduate student
  • Strong understanding of digital communication trends and social media platforms
  • Experience with content creation across multiple formats written visual video
  • Excellent analytical skills with ability to interpret engagement metrics
  • Creative mindset with ability to think outside traditional communication approaches
  • Strong project management and organizational skills
  • Proficiency in digital tools and platforms such as social media management tools basic design software analytics platforms
  • Fluency in English

Job Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled as a full-time JHU graduate student master's level preferred
  • Strong understanding of digital communication trends and social media platforms
  • Experience with content creation across multiple formats written visual video
  • Excellent analytical skills with ability to interpret engagement metrics
  • Creative mindset with ability to think outside traditional communication approaches
  • Strong project management and organizational skills
  • Proficiency in digital tools and platforms such as social media management tools basic design software analytics platforms
  • Fluency in English
  • Background in communications marketing public health or related field
  • Experience with audience research and segmentation
  • Knowledge of LMIC contexts and communication challenges
  • Experience with influencer marketing or partnership development
  • Familiarity with health communication principles
  • Basic graphic design or video editing skills
  • Experience with WhatsApp Business or other messaging platform tools
  • Understanding of cultural considerations in global health communications

Job Duties

  • Conduct a comprehensive audit of current communication channels analyzing metrics such as open rates engagement levels and audience reach to identify gaps and opportunities
  • Research and recommend innovative content formats and dissemination strategies tailored to LMIC audiences including multimedia content interactive materials and mobile-first approaches
  • Develop a strategic plan for expanding social media presence across platforms including emerging channels relevant to target audiences
  • Investigate and pilot the use of messaging platforms such as WhatsApp and Telegram for direct audience engagement in LMIC contexts
  • Research and develop an influencer engagement strategy including identifying potential health communication influencers in target regions creating partnership frameworks and engagement guidelines and developing metrics for measuring influencer campaign effectiveness
  • Create sample content in new formats such as infographics short-form videos interactive tools to demonstrate innovative approaches
  • Analyze competitor and peer organization communication strategies to identify best practices and emerging trends
  • Develop audience personas and journey maps to better understand how different segments prefer to receive and engage with health information
  • Assist in creating a digital transformation roadmap for communication strategy
  • Pilot test 1-2 new communication approaches and provide data-driven recommendations based on results
  • Contribute to the Real Talk Series and International Maternal and Newborn Health Conference Communications activities as needed

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Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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