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Communications & Administrative Specialist , Sanford School of Public Policy

Duke University · Durham, NC · 2 wk ago
Administrative$19.8/hrFull-time

About the role

The Communications & Administrative Specialist (Sanford School of Public Policy) supports the World Food Policy Center (WFPC), the Southeast Asia Research Group (SEAREG), and the broader Sanford Communications & Marketing team. This role plays a vital role in advancing communications, marketing, and operational excellence across various public policy initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • WFPC Communications and Events (40%)
    • Manage the WFPC’s website and events.
    • Generate communications summarizing and publicizing the center’s activities to wider audiences.
    • Proofread WFPC written products and engage with transcription services.
    • Support the planning and execution of WFPC events.
  • Sanford administrative support (40%)
    • Work directly with the Sanford Communications and Marketing team.
    • Schedule meeting rooms, orchestrate Concur, order supplies, manage calendars, update websites, reserve rooms, send timecard reminders, support event logistics, and take notes at staff meetings.
  • SEAREG (15%)
    • Primary Communications contact for SEAREG.
    • Manage SEAREG’s website, update calls for papers, and generate written materials and social media content.
    • Track project information and help manage the group’s mailing lists.
  • Other Responsibilities (5%)
    • Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Requirements

  • Four years of clerical or research experience.
  • A bachelor's degree in a field of study directly related to the specific position, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
  • Organized, detail-oriented, collaborative, and good writing skills.
  • One to two years of professional communications experience, including maintaining websites.
  • Familiarity with public policy and food system issues is an asset.

Qualifications

  • Four-year degree in communications, graphic design, political science, marketing, or other social sciences.

Skills

  • Strong administrative and project research responsibilities.
  • Office management, communications, and research practices.
  • Organized, detail-oriented, collaborative, and good writing skills.
  • Familiarity with public policy and food system issues.

Benefits

The anticipated pay range for this position is USD $19.80 to USD $30.63 annually. Duke University offers comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/.

Pay

Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $19.80 to USD $30.63.

Schedule

Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

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