Communications and Events Manager, Master of Science in Foreign Service Program - Walsh School of Foreign Service - Georgetown University

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Communications and Events Manager, Master of Science in Foreign Service Program - Walsh School of Foreign Service - Georgetown University

Job Overview

The Communications and Events Manager manages communications and events for Georgetown’s Master of Science in Foreign Service (MSFS) Program within the Walsh School of Foreign Service .

They are responsible for MSFS communications, outreach, and events management related to admissions and recruitment, current students, alumni, donors and advancement, the MSFS Board, and the broader Georgetown community. 

As well, they are responsible for management of the MSFS website and daily social media management, coordination of major academic events (including orientation, graduation, open houses), development of marketing materials, assembly and dissemination of the weekly internal newsletter, administration of the quarterly alumni newsletter and Board updates, and management of alumni outreach and donor stewardship. 

Work Interactions and Work Mode Designation

Reporting to the Director of MSFS, the Communications and Events Manager works closely with other faculty and staff of the MSFS program and other units in the SFS.

Additionally, they supervise student employees.

This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University.  Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation .

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree – preference for Master’s degree
• At least 2 years of experience in event management and communications or closely related experience – preference for experience in higher education and/or international relations
• Proficiency with technologies related to the duties as described above, including social media and marketing
• A high level of organization and attention to detail
• Availability for occasional evening and weekend hours

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EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer  fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law .

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website .