Posted Date 1 month ago(8/5/2024 2:38 PM)

Job ID

2024-6300

Location

US-MD-Baltimore

Category

US Based Positions

Employment Status

Casual

The Speechwriter, Executive Communications, will work closely with the Vice President for Global Engagement and Communications Office (GECO) to develop and execute a series of high-level speeches for the President and CEO. This includes meeting with Jhpiego experts to build content, develop point of view and calls to action for high-level panels, conferences, and events; preparing talking points and/or speeches for such events as determined by the VP/GECO and the CEO. The work will include two rounds of revision and select preparation meetings for video recordings and/or virtual and in person speeches.

Executive Communications

• Adapts/modifies approaches, communication methods, content, and messaging to effectively reach target audience(s) with tailored messaging on behalf of the CEO
• Develops and writes speeches, and other high-level communications, for special conferences and events
• Manages and coordinates the development and delivery of such communications
• Supports the VP/GECO with delivery of select executive communications

Research & Analysis

• Conducts in-depth research and evaluation of target audience(s) and determines requirements and needs to convey strong, compelling messaging on behalf of Jhpiego CEO in high-level speeches
• Ensures accuracy and quality of background materials for the CEO

Stakeholder Engagement

• Supports the VP/GECO with strategy in promoting the Jhpiego brand to high-level officials, stakeholders, policymakers, lawmakers, and other groups that influence Jhpiego business and U.S. Government policy
• Composes high-visibility strategic communications and provides support for events, both internally and externally

• Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years related professional experience
• Experience with capturing the voice and tone of a speaker to prepare and write a speech and/or talking points, advising on content, and messaging aligned with the executive communications strategy of a CEO or their designee
• Experience supporting a senior executive or senior leadership member or government official and engaging with experts across a large organization or agency
• Proficiency in developing high-level communications for specific events, and executing finished products
• Knowledge of international public health or related fields preferred
• Ability to gather complex information and synthesize it into deliverables on short deadlines
• Experience with project management, prioritization, and multitasking
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communications skills
• Ability to interact with Jhpiego leadership, government officials, and foreign dignitaries
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Proficiency in presentation software, social media, databases, and graphic application

• Master’s Degree with 7–10 years of relevant experience

 

 

The salary range for this casual role is expected to be hourly: $32.94 - $43.92

 

Total Rewards:

The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines:
JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

**Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate’s conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Accommodation Information

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Johns Hopkins has mandated COVID-19 and influenza vaccines, as applicable. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. For additional information, applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

 

RECRUITMENT SCAMS & FRAUD WARNING

 

Jhpiego has become aware of scams involving false job offers. Please be advised:

• Recruiters will never ask for a fee during any stage of the recruitment process.
• All active jobs are advertised directly on our careers page.
• Official Jhpiego emails will always arrive from a @Jhpiego.org email address.

Please report any suspicious communications to Info@jhpiego.org

 

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