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The Gwinnett Coalition for Health and Human Service is seeking a dynamic self-starter to assist in a wide variety of marketing and communications efforts to help the organization elevate brand awareness and increase visibility of its programs and services. The Marketing and Communications Intern will help to coordinate a broad scope of projects and deliverables encompassing various communication channels, including social media, print, digital media, media relations, and other outreach opportunities. He or she will work collaboratively with internal teams, as well as community volunteers and organizational stakeholders. A good fit for this position is someone who is proactive, organized, flexible, and passionate about social impact communications.

POSITION TITLE
Marketing & Communications Intern

ABOUT THE GWINNETT COALITION FOR HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
The Gwinnett Coalition for Health and Human Services is a nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing the health and human service needs of all citizens in Gwinnett County, Georgia. As the official planner for health and human services for children and families, the Gwinnett Coalition strives to achieve its mission by identifying needs and resources, setting priorities, planning solutions, focusing on results, and educating and motivating the community to action.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Drafting and distributing news releases, media advisories, and online calendar listing of events

Assist in maintaining up-to-date and relevant website content

Assist in creating, scheduling, and distributing compelling “Storytelling” content that provides value to target audiences across print, digital, social media, websites, email, and other communication channels

Tracking and managing social media profiles to engage with followers and attract new audiences

Researching, maintaining, and cultivating relationships with local and regional media outlets and position Gwinnett Coalition leadership as “go-to” experts for stories related to health and human services

Managing opt-in and unsubscribe lists, develop email campaigns within marketing automation platforms, draft and manage email content, testing, and sending

Support setup and tracking of Google AdWords and other online and print advertising campaigns

Capture, analyze, and report social media, email, and website data/metrics, insights, trends, and best practices

Developing systems for maintaining collateral inventory, marketing assets, and image library.

Other duties as identified

QUALIFICATIONS
Completed or working towards degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field

Background and/or interest in health and human services industry

Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Knowledge and experience with social media platforms

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines

Must have a reliable mode of transportation and valid driver’s license

DATES OF INTERNSHIP
Open (Year-round, Full-time and Part-time Opportunities)

COMPENSATION
This is a non-paid internship

TO APPLY

Applicants should send letter of interest and current resume to Keith Fenton, Chief Operating Officer, at keith@gwinnettcoalition.org.
NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE

Download the Announcement PDF

Transportation comes in many forms and influences our lives in many ways. As the citizens of Gwinnett County begin to ponder how they will vote on the March 19th transit referendum, one aspect to consider is how transportation options can directly and indirectly affect the health and well-being of the community.

Expanding the availability of, safety for, and access to a variety of transportation options has the potential to save lives by preventing chronic diseases, reducing and preventing motor-vehicle-related injury and deaths, improving environmental health, enhancing access to medical care and healthy food while stimulating economic development, and ensuring access for all people.

Studies show that lack of access to transportation reduces health care utilization among children, seniors, low-income people, and people with disabilities. One survey found that 4-percent of U.S. children (3.6 million in total) either missed a scheduled health care visit or did not schedule a visit during the preceding year because of transportation restrictions.

While the majority of the population here in Gwinnett County has ready access to and typically use private automobiles to access health care and other community services, there also is a significant segment of the population that either does not have access to a personal automobile or is not currently capable of driving. This can limit their access to health care, but it has greater health implications because it can also limit access to nutrition and other community services, as well as involvement in social activities. Limiting this access deprives people of the opportunity to make the choices that allow them to live a long, healthy life, regardless of their age, income, education or ethnic background.

Each day, until the March 19th transit referendum, the Gwinnett Coalition will share information through its social media outlets illustrating how public health improvements are among the largest benefits provided by high quality public transit.

Thunderous applause and tears of joy were on display at the December 4, 2018 Board of Directors meeting for the Gwinnett Coalition for Health and Human Services (Gwinnett Coalition).  As her fellow board members rose to their feet in celebration and appreciation, Gwinnett Medical Center’s Director of Community Benefit and Ethics, Martha Jordan, was presented the Gwinnett Coalition’s highest honor, The Barbara King Community Hero Award.

Named in honor of the late Barbara King, a long-time community servant and retired Primerica legend, Gwinnett Coalition’s Executive Director, Ellen Gerstein said, “I could not think of anyone who exemplifies the true meaning of the Barbara King Community Hero Award more than Martha Jordan.”

In statements made during the presentation of the award, Gerstein added, “Martha is a true community hero.  She has supported the Gwinnett Coalition in so many valuable ways.  For many years, Martha has chaired our Research and Accountability committee, taking us through a rigorous process of strategic planning and accountability.  Through her tireless efforts, our comprehensive plan is now integrated as one community health improvement plan. Martha’s expertise has made her a shining star and leader among all that have the privilege to know and work with her.  Her passion for helping others learn about and understand the benefits of engaging with the Gwinnett Coalition has helped our organization achieve unprecedented results.”