Senior Communications Associate

George Washington University, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Washington, PENNSYLVANIA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
I. JOB OVERVIEW


Job Description Summary:
Communications and Marketing develops and implements strategy and tactics for showcasing and raising the visibility of the university’s experts, initiatives, and accomplishments. It manages media inquiries and interviews with senior university leadership and produces print and online publications to showcase the university.
The Office of Communications and Marketing is seeking a Senior Communications Associate to work closely with the Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) team.
This position promotes GW through the collection, development, and dissemination of information about the university and its community to multiple internal and external constituencies, including alumni, donors, and other supporters. The role cultivates and engages more than 290,000 GW alumni around the world using a variety of marketing and media initiatives.
The position works with colleagues within DAR and OCM, as well as across the university, to coordinate and develop content for various outreach channels, including a monthly alumni newsletter, digital platforms, events, and special projects. Additional responsibilities may include tracking and responding to inquiries from constituents, preparing reports, and coordinating with communications and marketing colleagues on development and implementation of strategies, tactics, and initiatives.
Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Ability to demonstrate exceptional writing skills and strong familiarity with digital platforms.
  • Flexibility, adaptability, and ability to perform with exceptional attention to detail under tight deadlines are key to the role.
  • Adept at working across teams in a matrixed environment.
Typical Hiring Range Commensurate with Experience.

II. JOB DETAILS


Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: External Relations
Family Comm, Mktg & Media
Sub-Family Communications and Public Relations
Stream Individual Contributor
Level Level 2
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full time -> FTE 1.00
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday / occasional weekends and evenings
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status Hybrid
Telework: Yes
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? No
Posting Number: S012840
Job Open Date: 02/22/2024
Job Close Date:
If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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