Associate Director of Global Events and Communications

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, develop and manage a broad range of events and programs varying in size and audience for Global Engagement and the International Center.
• Act as primary liaison with the Office of the President and Office of the Provost for international events and programming.
• Define and coordinate logistics including: internal and external contract negotiations; production and audio/visual elements; budgets; communication plans; pre and post event analysis; and vendor management.
• Serve as staffing and on-site event manager and provide on the spot problem solving as issues arise along with one or more staff colleagues.
• Consult with University faculty and other stakeholders to develop and coordinate exhibitions for the International Center Galleries.
• Cover and/or arrange for vendors for photography and video at high profile events for marketing, communications, and archival purposes; edit and publish as necessary.

Communications Strategy, Creation and Management

• Develop and implement a comprehensive multi-media communication plan that articulates the goals and vision of the office as called for in the strategic plan.
• Create, write and edit office publications and special projects utilizing electronic channels as appropriate, including quarterly reports and updates for the Provost, President, and Board of Trustees as well as a comprehensive, visually-compelling annual report.
• Conceptualize, design, and distribute numerous event and program promotional materials (digital and print) including but not limited to invitations, flyers, digital graphics, social media posts, written announcements, newsletters, digital flyers, and more.
• Conceptualize and maintain a dynamic office website and social media presence with interactive media; interview, hire, and manage student Global Guides in the execution of communications strategy.
• Independently research departmental communications needs and opportunities, and initiate proposals and recommendations for appropriate communications projects and programs.
• Serve as key resource for office and Center technology questions.
• Develop and articulate office brand and ensure that office message is consistent; design office-branded templates for use by office colleagues.
• Conceptualize and design digital signage for LCD screens in the office, Center and various campus locations.
• Act as producer of the annual Global Engagement Award videos; coordinate shoot, conduct video interviews, conceptualize story with videographer.

Project Management/Integration

• Serve as lead project manager on behalf of the office for events/programs and Web and print projects by identifying, coordinating and leading the execution of all necessary roles and tasks to accomplish the project.

Miscellaneous

• Hire, supervise, train, and evaluate performance for Ev/Comm staff and vendors, including student assistants.
• Supervise the work of the Global Education Fellow on the International Student Newsletter and international student support programming.
• Participate in concept development and communications with the study abroad staff and international student & scholar staff.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills, and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize tasks and to manage projects that require high levels of coordination and attention to detail.
• Strong skills in web-based design and content and social media tools, including analytical tools.
• Technical competence in Microsoft Outlook tools, and design software such as Canva.
• Education & experience: Four-year college degree4-5 years combined experience with events and marketing communications requiredMaster's degree preferredInternational and higher education experience preferred, including proficiency in a second language and/or deep knowledge of a world region.

Working Conditions & Physical Effort

• No or very limited exposure to physical risk
• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment
• Some weekend or evening work may be required
• Some international travel may be required

Pay Structure

Grade 7 ($58,011.00 to $76,877.00 annually)