Communications Coordinator

About the role

The position is structured as a permanent role within the Division of Development & Alumni Relations (DAR). We are unable to sponsor a work visa for this position.

Responsibilities

• Lead project planning and project management for 2-6 DAR units.
• Cultivate relationships between DAR Communications (DARCOMM) and units to foster a collaborative work environment that supports Division of Development and Alumni Relations (DAR)/UGA goals.
• Lead marketing/communications project planning in partnership with units and identify creative solutions that help DAR and units achieve strategic goals.
• Develop and manage project timelines, ensuring alignment across team members; proactively communicate potential delays to relevant stakeholders.
• Follow DARCOMM's workflow processes and leverage the project management system to ensure projects are completed efficiently.
• Collaborate with and seek input from creative, communications, writing, and digital colleagues.
• Maintain a positive and productive work environment that supports the mission, vision, and values of the University of Georgia.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of project management experience.
• Experience working in project management systems, such as ASANA, Trello, Basecamp, etc.
• At least 2 years of experience in communications/marketing/PR account management, digital advertising, email marketing, and/or social marketing.
• Ability to manage 30+ projects with varying deadlines at any given time.
• Knowledge of AP Style writing.
• An eye for design and/or knowledge of design programs is a plus.
• Experience in higher education and/or fundraising.
• Exhibits behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the University of Georgia.

Qualifications

• Self-starter, takes initiative, and can work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to navigate complex projects and ensure they are completed on deadline.
• Collaborative with others and enlist buy-in from different groups.
• Exemplary communications skills (both written and verbal).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask numerous projects with varying degrees of complexity with varying deadlines.
• Communicates and employs interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct.
• Knowledge of marketing trends and best practices, including a basic understanding of digital, social, email, out of home, and direct mail marketing.

Skills

• Self-starter, takes initiative, and can work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to navigate complex projects and ensure they are completed on deadline.
• Collaborative with others and enlist buy-in from different groups.
• Exemplary communications skills (both written and verbal).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask numerous projects with varying degrees of complexity with varying deadlines.
• Communicates and employs interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct.
• Knowledge of marketing trends and best practices, including a basic understanding of digital, social, email, out of home, and direct mail marketing.

Benefits

Benefits eligible. The University of Georgia offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

$53,000 + commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Schedule

8:00am–5:00pm; Willing and able to work evenings and weekends as necessary.