Senior Writer & Content Manager

@ Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc.

Overview

The Senior Writer & Content Manager at Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) drives the content strategy and execution for a leading global health organization. This role bridges technical program teams and external audiences by crafting compelling narratives that communicate CHAI's impact, innovation, and thought leadership in global health.

About CHAI

CHAI is dedicated to saving lives and reducing disease burdens in low-and middle-income countries. Initially founded to combat HIV/AIDS, CHAI has expanded its focus to include COVID-19, malaria, tuberculosis, hepatitis, non-communicable diseases, and more. The organization works closely with governments and private partners, emphasizing sustainable impact at scale.

Role and Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Content Direction:

• Develop and implement CHAI's content strategy in line with strategic priorities.
• Identify and capitalize on strategic content opportunities that highlight impact.
• Plan major initiatives including flagship reports and thought leadership pieces.
• Manage content calendars and measure content performance.

Content Development & Quality Assurance:

• Write and edit thought leadership and key reports/white papers.
• Translate technical achievements into accessible narratives.
• Oversee content approval and maintain high-quality standards.
• Develop templates for streamlined content production.

Team & Cross-Organizational Collaboration:

• Supervise and mentor content team members.
• Coordinate with technical, country, policy, and advocacy teams.
• Build strong relationships with senior leaders to enhance narrative communication.
• Provide training and support for content engagement.

Administrative Duties:

• Manage contracts with freelance writers and vendors.
• Establish content governance frameworks and review protocols.
• Oversee team scheduling, workflow, and capacity planning.

Required Experience & Skills

• Degree in journalism, communications, public health, or related field.
• 7-10 years in strategic communications and content development.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills with strong technical translation ability.
• Experience in low or middle-income country settings and global health context.
• Proven project management skills and staff supervision experience.

Additional Qualities

• Strategic, innovative, and detail-oriented leadership style.
• Understanding of digital content best practices and analytics.
• Fluency in additional languages is a plus.
• Willingness to travel internationally as needed.

Key skills/competency

• Content Strategy
• Writing
• Editing
• Global Health
• Project Management
• Team Leadership
• Technical Translation
• Digital Analytics
• Stakeholder Management
• Editorial Oversight