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Hesperian is a nonprofit publisher of books and materials for community-based health care. Our books and materials address the underlying social, political, and economic causes of poor health, and suggest ways groups can organize to improve health conditions in their communities. They are used in marginalized communities around the world, including the United States. Our flagship publication, Where There Is No Doctor, is considered to be one of the most accessible and widely used community health books in the world.

Job Description:
Hesperian seeks a Communications and Publicity Coordinator to promote the sale and distribution of Hesperian’s books and content. The Communications and Publicity Coordinator will develop and carry out strategies to promote the distribution and sale of Hesperian publications through electronic promotion, direct mailings, book reviews, conferences, advertising, and targeted correspondence. The Communications and Publicity Coordinator supervises 2 to 5 interns and volunteers. This is a full-time position.

Job responsibilities include:
• Write informational, sales and promotional materials such as short blogs, catalogues, fliers, announcements, etc.
• Manage all forms of outreach including: mailings, conferences, placed ads, etc.
• Plan and organize publicity campaigns for the release of new books.
• Manage promotion-related information on Hesperian’s website and strategies to drive traffic to the site.
• Participate in a Web Team to develop and extend our presence on the web through Hesperian's website as well other networking and outreach sites.
• Generate, analyze and track data and sales reports for promotional and re-print planning purposes.
• Work with the Fulfillment Team to generate sales and increase book revenues.

Qualifications:
• Prior experience managing outreach or publicity campaigns and demonstrated ability to write promotional materials is essential.
• Proven ability to manage multi-faceted projects is required.
• Spanish language is strongly recommended.
• Experience managing staff or volunteers is important.
• Understanding of the issues and politics surrounding community health is important.

Compensation
The starting salary range for this position is $36,000 to $44,000 depending on skills and experience. Excellent benefits.

The position will remain open until filled. Hesperian is an equal opportunity employer, and we strongly encourage people of color and people with disabilities to apply.

Interested candidates should send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to:
The Hesperian Foundation
ATTN: Communications and Publicity Coordinator
1919 Addison St. Suite 304
Berkeley, CA 94704
Fax: (510) 845-9141
E-mail: jobsearch@hesperian.org

Writing samples which demonstrate an ability to write promotional material are preferred over academic papers or business documents.
No calls, please.
URL: http://www.hesperian.org