Communications Coordinator
- Employer
- The University of Kansas
- Location
- Lawrence, KS
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- Administrative Jobs
- Academic Affairs, International Programs, Institutional & Business Affairs, Communications & Marketing
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Job Description
Recruitment and Promotions (40%)
- Develop and implement a comprehensive annual outreach and communications plan in collaboration with the Director.
- Represent SAGE at all student-oriented events hosted internally and by external partner organizations (includes occasional evenings/weekends and events at off-campus locations).
- Regularly present about SAGE programs to campus constituencies.
- Provide direction and oversee development of print materials for each SAGE program, including approximately 150 education abroad programs, GAP, Global Scholars and Study Abroad in the Major materials, cheat sheets and guides. Maintain current materials in SAGE Info Center and in distribution locations across campus.
- Plan, write, and edit content for admissions brochure, the Jayhawk Guide to Study Abroad, and the annual Jayhawk Planet alumni newsletter.
- Coordinate, advertise, and develop promotional materials and social media campaigns for all SAGE events, including three signature events annually.
- Assist with media relations, including responding to periodic requests for interviews.
- Lead social media strategies and messaging to highlight SAGE program participants, scholarship awardees, news, stories, and events and to successfully engage student audiences.
- Manage and maintain SAGE events calendar.
- Supervise 1 student graphic designer.
Advising (30%)
- Develop and manage first-point-of-contact system for prospective study abroad students.
- Hire, train, supervise, develop and evaluate 5-7 student Peer Advisors.
- Manage staffing of the SAGE Info Center and concurrently scheduled campus events/activities. Supervise day-to-day operations of the Study Abroad Info Center and serve as back-up advisor during periods of high traffic.
- Maintain Info Center’s comprehensive collection of informational materials on KU and affiliated education abroad programs.
- Coordinate email communications with prospective and current study abroad students. Oversee management of the studyabroad@ku.edu email account.
- Design and produce student advising materials, including the pre-departure student guide and the returnee handbook. Review content and update annually.
- Support SAGE pre-departure and returnee orientation through the development of materials, surveys, presentations, and breakout sessions.
- Manage overall function, content, and user experience of studyabroad.ku.edu.
- Collaborate with IT, KU Web Services, and KU International Affairs to keep studyabroad.ku.edu aligned with brand standards.
- Train student staff and SAGE colleagues on basic website maintenance.
- Collaborate with the SAGE staff to develop and update website content as needed to ensure consistent, current information is available to students, parents, the KU community, and program alumni.
- Serve as the primary SAGE liaison to multiple campus units, U.S. partner institutions, off-campus organizations, and study abroad program providers.
- Serve as a key member of an internationally focused campus programming team and associated planning committees. Collaborate and develop events and programs in collaboration with KU International Affairs’ units, the Institute for International & Global Engagement (IIGE), Global Business Studies (GBS), KU’s five Area Studies Centers, and others.
Position Requirements
- This position requires working on-site.
- This position requires some evening and weekend work.
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing Communications or relevant field PLUS minimum of one (1) year of related professional experience.
- Strong written communication skills as evidenced by application materials and two (2) writing samples.
- Experience studying, living, or working abroad.
- Prior experience managing web content or social media for an organization, including content creation and analytics.
- Professional experience in higher education or education abroad administration.
- Strong computer skills, preferably with experience in Microsoft Office and using Adobe Creative Suite – especially Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro and/or Illustrator – for creating graphics and video.
- Experience with Drupal content management system.
- Supervisory experience.
- Student advising experience.
- Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- Cover letter addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.
- Resume.
- Two (2) writing samples such as professional correspondence, publication, flyer, etc.
- Contact information for three professional references (including at least one previous or current supervisor).
- Application review begins Monday December 19, 2022 and continues until a pool of qualified applicants is identified.
Advertised Salary RangeStarts at $42,000 Application Review Begins19-Dec-2022 Anticipated Start Date30-Jan-2023
Organization
Working at the University of Kansas
Join the University of Kansas, and you’ll become part of a Jayhawk family that spans the globe. Wear your KU shirt in London, Istanbul, Buenos Aires, Nairobi or anywhere else, and you will likely hear a resounding “Rock Chalk!” from a stranger. Of course, the appropriate response is an enthusiastic “Jayhawk!” Because, after all, they’re not really strangers, they’re family.
The Jayhawk community is united by more than 150 years of tradition and by our commitment to pushing the boundaries of knowledge, transforming the academic experience, and creating solutions through innovative research. KU’s mission is to lift students and society by educating leaders, building healthy communities and making discoveries that change the world.
The University of Kansas is the state’s flagship university and one of just 66 invited members of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU). We consistently earn high rankings for academics and recognition as a premier research university.
KU faculty and staff embrace our role as the state’s flagship university, AAU member and R1 institution that serves the state, nation and world. We celebrate the energy and compassion that infuse the Jayhawk spirit; and, we remain true to KU’s historic values: the elevating force of education, the transformative power of research and the healing power of service.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
The University of Kansas is committed to a learning and workplace environment that is representative of our nation and global society, accepts and values everyone, appreciates our common humanity and understands that our multiple differences are the cornerstone of academic preparation, professional excellence and distinction. KU must be a place where all people feel they belong and have access to resources and support that help them attain their educational and professional goals.
We recognize there are inequalities and privileges generated by historical and persistent intersecting differences by race, ethnicity, gender identities, gender expressions, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, abilities, religion, regional background, veteran status, citizenship status and nationality. And we hold ourselves accountable for policies, processes and programs that appreciate these and other differences and create more fair, safe and just learning, working and living environments for KU students, faculty and staff.
Instruction
KU offers a broad array of undergraduate and graduate study programs, and we fulfill our mission through academic and research programs of international distinction, coupled with outstanding libraries, teaching museums and information technology. These resources enrich the academic experience for students from all 50 states and 112 countries, and provide enrichment resources for KU faculty and staff.
Research
The university attains high levels of research productivity and recognizes that faculty are part of a network of scholars and academicians that shape a discipline as well as teach it. KU staff are integral to our research success, participating in and supporting discoveries that expand knowledge and improve lives.
Service
The university and our employees serve society through research, teaching and the preservation and dissemination of knowledge. KU's academic programs, arts facilities and public programs provide cultural enrichment opportunities for the larger community. And, KU offers educational, research and service programs throughout the state. KU employees are encouraged to participate in and serve the campus and surrounding communities in a way that is meaningful to them.
International Dimension
KU offers more than 100 programs of international study and cooperative research for KU students and faculty at sites around the world. The university offers teaching and research that draw upon and contribute to the most advanced developments throughout the United States and abroad. At the same time, KU's extensive international ties support economic development in Kansas.
Values
The University of Kansas, our students and employees are committed to excellence. We foster a multicultural, inclusive environment in which the dignity and rights of individuals are respected. Intellectual diversity, integrity and disciplined inquiry in the search for knowledge are of paramount importance.
Our City and State
KU sits atop Mt. Oread in the center of Lawrence, a town full of natural beauty and culture. In fact, Rolling Stone magazine named Lawrence one of the best college towns in the United States. Lawrence is home to more than 100,000 people, and has a charming, Midwestern friendliness that welcomes visitors and celebrates diversity. In addition to KU, Lawrence is home to Haskell Indian Nations University, the premiere tribal university in the United States.
Lawrence’s historic and thriving downtown features restaurants, nightlife and local shops offering unique finds that you won’t find anywhere else. The town has more than 50 parks, an encompassing mixed-use trail, and quick access to biking/hiking trails along the Kansas River and around Clinton Lake. A five-minute drive from Lawrence, Clinton Lake offers fishing, boating, beaches, camping and other outdoor activities.
Located just 40 minutes west of Kansas City, Lawrence offers the appeal of a mid-size, suburban town with quick access to the amenities of a large city, including an international airport. The Kansas City metro area is home to world-class museums and cultural activities, Jazz clubs and other nightlife venues, expansive shopping options, and exciting professional sports with the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals and Sporting KC.
Kansas is in the center of the country, making it convenient and cost effective to fly or drive to destinations throughout the United States. Far from flat, the Flint Hills, just 90 minutes from Lawrence, offer panoramic vistas that showcase the breathtaking beauty of America.
Making KU Your Home
Something about Lawrence is magnetic. Long-time residents are never surprised when a KU student or employee from out of state decides to make Lawrence their permanent home. And, even those who do leave often find themselves returning to “the nest” at some point in the future. In fact, Lawrence has been named by several publications as one of the best places to retire.
At the University of Kansas, you’ll join a global Jayhawk family and find a place to call home.
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