Officer, Content Development, University Centers for Career Development, Grant Position

Reports to: Senior Manager, Communications, University Centers for Career Development

Purpose: The job holder serves as an interpreter and analyst, gathering a wide array of information on University Centers for Career Development (UCCD) and its core issues and helping communicate those in a consistent and compelling way. Create unique and eye-catching content that attracts readers, partners and beneficiaries. Research, prepare, write, and edit online content for marketing and front-end web development.

Responsibilities:

• Develop content goals and strategies and pitching ideas to the communication’s senior manager
• Write and develop content for blog posts, static copy, and video content and well as the technical aspects, such Search Engine Optimization and HTML formatting
• Contribute to UCCD technical and annual communication report
• Collaborate with other team members and brainstorming subjects for creative content
• Create unique, simple-to-understand, and user-friendly content using good SEO techniques
• Write new web content and editing existing content for website, social media platforms
• Assist 46 UCCD centers in developing engaging content for their platforms and provide training when needed
• Assist in the development of PowerPoint decks and facilitator guides for trainings as needed
• Edit and proofread new content before publication
• Manage the distribution of content through our various channels, including social media
• Analyze performance indicators and web traffic and determine the effectiveness of created content
• Monitor and compile content on social media platforms published by the centers
• Work closely with the capacity building team in the content development for handouts, material and brochures for trainings and other publications as needed
• Perform other duties as required

Requirements:

Minimum Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in digital marketing, mass communication, or a related field

Experience:

• Minimum 8 years of experience including 3-5 years in content development and/or digital marketing
• Experience in copywriting, graphic design, programming, or a related field may be advantageous.

Skills:

• Excellent command of English and Arabic, written and spoken
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and administration skills
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work
• Strong working knowledge of content management software, including Asana, WordPress, Photoshop, and Flash
• Good working knowledge of HTML and SEO
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, multitasking, and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

This position is open until February 26, 2023

Placement is based on the candidate’s experience and skills. Only candidates who make it to the short list will be contacted.

"The American University in Cairo is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply."

“We thank all individuals who have expressed interest in working at The American University in Cairo.”