Strategic Institutional Initiatives Communications Specialist
$48k/y-$55k/y
Inside Higher Eda day ago
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Summary
Inside Higher Ed is seeking a Strategic Institutional Initiatives Communications Specialist to join their team at the University of Georgia in Athens, GA. The role focuses on developing and executing a comprehensive communication strategy to advance the university's strategic goals.
About the Role
As a Strategic Institutional Initiatives Communications Specialist, you will support the Office of Strategic Institutional Initiatives in the Division of Marketing & Communications. Your responsibilities will include creating and distributing compelling content, managing digital content channels, designing targeted email marketing campaigns, and collaborating with key campus units to enhance high-visibility initiatives defined by UGA's senior leadership.
About You
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent.
- 2 years of professional experience in communications or a related field.
Preferred:
- Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading ability for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and familiarity with AP Style.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
- Experience in designing graphics, presentations, and event collateral.
- Strong understanding of digital marketing campaigns and analytics.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and Canva.
- Familiarity with project management systems, such as Asana.
- Familiarity with higher education.
Benefits
- Benefits Eligible
- Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
- Full-time position with a Monday-Friday schedule, 8am-5pm.
Inside Higher Ed
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Athens, GA