PUBLIC INFORMATION REPRESENTATIVE SENIOR

Special Instructions to Applicants

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Department Summary

The UCLA International Institute educates students, supports scholarship on the world at UCLA and serves as a campus and community resource.With a history dating back to 1958, the Institute is the central hub for global and area studies on campus. Its more than 27 centers and programs support innovative multidisciplinary research on specific world regions and pressing global issues. Its rigorous academic programs offer degrees in global studies, international development, global health, international migration and diverse regions and countries of the world.The UCLA International Institute is directed by a senior management team led by the Vice Provost for International Studies and Global Engagement, two Associate Vice Provosts and two Assistant Vice Provosts.The Office of the Vice Provost develops and implements UCLA’s global strategy, manages the university’s partnership agreements with foreign educational and research institutions, and represents UCLA to international constituencies and organizations.
Position Summary

Under the general guidance of the Director for International Collaboration for the International Institute, oversee communications activities to raise awareness of the Institute's programs and mission and increase financial support. Support the Institute's efforts to build the profile of UCLA overseas ("UCLA International"). Work with Institute leaders and senior Institute faculty, as well as the UCLA Communications and Public Outreach department (Media Relations, Executive Communications, Development Communications, Marketing & Special Events) to develop a strategic communications plan. Disseminate the International Institute's key messages to a range of external audiences, including donors, the general public, and the academic community. Consult with Director and other Institute leaders to determine new ways to market the Institute, develop appropriate messages in conjunction with development staff, develop language and materials for those messages. Collaborate with UCLA media relations representative to secure maximum press coverage, and oversee arrangements for news releases, press packets, interviews, photography or filming. Recommend initiatives and develop stories for placement in business, trade, ethnic and general media, and utilize university media outlets/resources to the fullest (broadcast studio, UCLA Magazine, UCLA Headlines, etc.). Serve as writer and executive editor for the International Institute website and other Internet and print media publications. Proactively seek out topics for coverage and plan writing assignments. Attend events to provide journalistic coverage about sponsored activities and milestone accomplishments. Supervise and train Center staff and interns to cover smaller events and activities for Center websites. Maintain well-rounded knowledge about current affairs and area studies, as well as development priorities and goals and current best practices in development communications. Work in cooperation with webmaster/designer in the production of web and print publication. Serve as writer and executive editor for the International Institute website and other Internet and print media publications. Proactively seek out topics for coverage and plan writing assignments. Attend events to provide journalistic coverage about sponsored activities and milestone accomplishments. Supervise and train Center staff and interns to cover smaller events and activities for Center websites. Maintain well-rounded knowledge about current affairs and area studies, as well as development priorities and goals and current best practices in development communications. Work in cooperation with webmaster/designer in the production of web and print publication. Consult with UCLA International Institute Director event coverage and work priorities. Write faculty profiles. Write press releases and articles about UCLA Global Forums, as well as on occasional international visitors, for websites of UCLA Global and the Vice Provost. Type of Supervision Received/Exercised: Exercise high degree of independence to implement goals established in coordination with CFAO and External Affairs. Maximize use of university resources and expertise in marketing, communications and media relations. Work is reviewed in periodic meetings with the CFAO.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
Qualifications

General knowledge of international and area studies issues. (Required)

Demonstrated knowledge of communications practices, including general knowledge of marketing and development communications. (Required)

Ability to write clearly in journalistic style with speed and accuracy. Knowledge of conventions in journalistic and academic writing. (Required)

Skill in substantive editing, including knowledge of editing conventions and procedures, grammar, spelling, punctuation. (Required)

Ability to adhere to schedules and meet production deadlines. Ability to perform multiple tasks and set priorities with little external direction. (Required)

Ability to conduct research rapidly and evaluate large volumes of information to apply appropriately in writing. (Required)

Strong interpersonal skills to work with Institute leadership and UCLA communications, marketing and media staff. (Required)

Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively as a member of a team. Ability to work under demands with numerous interruptions. (Required)

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and experience publishing content through a content management system. Ability to learn the Institute’s internally developed content management system and other job-related publishing tools. (Required)

Practical event photography skills and basic proficiency in Adobe Photoshop or comparable image-editing software, including cropping, resizing, color correction, and preparing images for websites, newsletters, and social media. (Required)

Ability to adapt written and visual materials for different audiences and digital channels, coordinate contributions from multiple units, and meet monthly, quarterly, and annual publication deadlines. (Required)

Knowledge of standard publishing procedures and specifications. (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

Bachelor's Degree in related area and / or experience / training (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Schedule

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Union/Policy Covered

CM–Comms, Mktg, & Sales Profs
Complete Position Description

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