Job Description:

• Lead execution of high-profile University announcements, including development of streamlined process, timelines, key messages and coordination with cross-campus communicators.
• Provide communications support and project management for external key initiatives and campaigns with various internal units, institutes, and schools to help maximize exposure and visibility, and ensure the Universityâ™s core values, priorities and messages are reflected in these efforts.
• Working closely with the AVP, implement a communications plan, including tools and processes to engage nearly 300 University campus communicators across new and existing internal multi-media channels. This includes the development of a campus-wide communications newsletter, which requires coordination with key communicators across campus, curating and publishing editorial content.
• Support implementation of internal events, including logistics and content (agendas, presentations, video, external speakers, etc.) for internal meetings of all sizes ranging from annual all-campus communicator forums  to quarterly all-staff meetings.
• Support organizational announcements (promotions, new hires).
• Develop and implement metrics to assess the effectiveness and impact of internal communications.
• Plans, develops and disseminates information designed to keep the public informed of the organization's programs, accomplishments, or point of view, with moderate levels of guidance and direction.
• Accomplishes assigned duties through two or more of the following: written communications; visual/graphic media, which may include Web site development and maintenance; speeches and personal contact. The incumbent is still acquiring higher-level knowledge and skills.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelorâ™s degree in communications, journalism, public relations or a related field.

Experience:

• 5-7 years of proven success managing or supporting internal communications or public relations, preferably in a large, matrixed organization.

Preferred Competencies

• Exceptional written and verbal communication, proofreading, problem-solving, decision-making, client service and cross-department collaboration skills.
• Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Self-motivated go-getter with a positive attitude; work independently with a high degree of initiative.
• Exceptional time and project management and organizational skills including the ability to meet external and internal deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality; handle complex and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong business acumen and emotional intelligence.

Additional Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover letter (required)

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