Public Information Officer

TITLE:  Public Information Officer

 

 

LOCATION:  BHC U.S. Section Office, El Paso, Texas



 

The incumbent serves as the Public Information Officer (PIO) for the U.S. Section and is responsible for providing assistance to the United States Section of the Border Health Commission (BHC) in implementing the Section?s Publications/Reports Work Plan.

 

The PIO will be responsible for identifying, contacting, and fostering working relationships with local, regional and national community groups, organizations, and agencies to promote the advancement of BHC initiatives and programs.   

The PIO will be responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring a public relations program designed to create and maintain a transparent and positive public image for the BHC. This will include the development of comprehensive public information and media strategies (radio, television, and internet) designed to advance the Commission goals and objectives and the development of guidelines for the implementation of those strategies.

 

The PIO will prepare and present reports to public and private entities as well as coordinate the development and design of the Commission annual report, quarterly newsletter, electronic newsletter and other electronic and written documents. Other Duties

 

o  Primary responsibility for all BHC publications, to include reports, white papers, newsletters, other electronic public communications and other outreach and marketing materials.

o  Plan and direct the development and communication of information designed to keep the public informed of the BHC accomplishments or programs.

o  Prepare and distribute fact sheets, white papers and related materials to a multitude of interested parties.

o  Assist the General Manager, Program Manager and Staff during special event projects, such as conferences, seminars, and training sessions.

o  Support General Manager and Program Manager in the implementation of BHC initiatives and programs.

o  Serve as an information resource and spokesperson to keep General Manager and Program Manager informed of any news or trends that could affect the BHC.

o  Design, develop and distribute health promotion materials in conjunction with BHC Outreach Offices and other partners.

o  Train staff on media interaction techniques and other tools to insure better customer service.

o  Proofread and edit copy for accuracy, readability, spelling, clarity, grammar, punctuation and adherence to standards and consistent style with the Office of Global Health Affairs.

o  Consolidate edits, track down answers to queries and resolve editorial conflicts on projects.

o  Educate and train staff on grammar and style usage.

o  Other duties as assigned. 

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:



?  Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team

?  Strong organizational skills

?  Public health and border health knowledge and expertise

?  Excellent written and oral communication skills, in both English and Spanish.  Sample writing and publications materials will be requested.

?  Proven ability to meet deadlines.

?  Expertise in production and dissemination of information techniques.

?  Excellent word processing and computer skills.

?  Excellent working ability with Microsoft Office.

?  At least five years publication experience.

?  Excellent public speaking and presentation skills

 Education and formal training:

Bachelor?s Degree in English, Journalism, Mass Communications or related field.