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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, COMMS & OUTREACH, Global Development Policy Center
Inside Higher Ed, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, COMMS & OUTREACH, Global Development Policy Center
The Assistant Director of Communications and Outreach develops and manages the Global Development Policy (GDP) Center's overall strategic communications and outreach programs. They communicate with stakeholders at all levels to effectively represent the GDP Center and ensure compliance with Boston University's brand guidelines. They are responsible for producing content for the GDP Center's website, social media outlets, press advisories, email marketing, and other publications for internal and external stakeholders. They track and report on communications and outreach impact, publications, media mentions, and web/social/email analytics, recommending improvements and changes to strategy as necessary. They also oversee the logistics of virtual and in-person events. This role reports to the Director and Executive Director of the GDP Center and directly supervises the Global China Initiatives (GCI) Communications & Outreach Associate, the Global Economic Governance Initiatives (GEGI) Communications & Outreach Specialist, and students.
Responsibilities
Communications Strategy & Implementation (30%): Develop goals, strategies, tactics, and messaging for programming and initiatives across platforms (web, social media, video, digital, print). Engage in media relations and build relationships with reporters. Produce and post content to the website and other communications platforms. Oversee content produced by others and updates to the Center website and social media. Develop monthly reports on web, email, and social media metrics and provide metrics for grant reporting.
Events & Outreach (30%): Coordinate events (conferences, workshops, community events, discussions, book launches, presentations) virtual and in-person. Serve as point of contact for speakers and coordinate logistics and communications for event promotion, setup, catering, facilities, and post-event activities. Maintain relationships with internal/external service providers and partner universities. Oversee the work of the Communications & Outreach Associate/Specialist.
Editorial Strategy and Implementation (30%): Ideate, produce, and publish content for website, social media, email, and other platforms. Collaborate with leaders and researchers to author key blog posts. Create internal/external presentation materials and visual content using Canva, InDesign, Infogram, and similar tools. Manage institutional collateral, photography, and messaging to ensure brand consistency. Oversee the Communications & Outreach Associate/Specialist and Fellows. Coordinate with BU MarCom and other departments as necessary.
Report Production (10%): Oversee print and digital design production, negotiate costs/schedules with vendors, and act as primary contact for graphic and data design consultants. Use InDesign and Canva to create and edit reports and publications.
Qualifications
Educational Background: A Bachelor's degree in International Development, Global Economics, Political Science, or a related field is required; a Master's degree is preferred.
Expertise in Global Economic Governance and Development Finance: deep understanding of international development and economic governance.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Job Details Job Location: Boston, MA
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Salary Grade: Grade 48
Posted Date: 11/12/2024
To Apply To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/External/jobs/314934
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Responsibilities
Communications Strategy & Implementation (30%): Develop goals, strategies, tactics, and messaging for programming and initiatives across platforms (web, social media, video, digital, print). Engage in media relations and build relationships with reporters. Produce and post content to the website and other communications platforms. Oversee content produced by others and updates to the Center website and social media. Develop monthly reports on web, email, and social media metrics and provide metrics for grant reporting.
Events & Outreach (30%): Coordinate events (conferences, workshops, community events, discussions, book launches, presentations) virtual and in-person. Serve as point of contact for speakers and coordinate logistics and communications for event promotion, setup, catering, facilities, and post-event activities. Maintain relationships with internal/external service providers and partner universities. Oversee the work of the Communications & Outreach Associate/Specialist.
Editorial Strategy and Implementation (30%): Ideate, produce, and publish content for website, social media, email, and other platforms. Collaborate with leaders and researchers to author key blog posts. Create internal/external presentation materials and visual content using Canva, InDesign, Infogram, and similar tools. Manage institutional collateral, photography, and messaging to ensure brand consistency. Oversee the Communications & Outreach Associate/Specialist and Fellows. Coordinate with BU MarCom and other departments as necessary.
Report Production (10%): Oversee print and digital design production, negotiate costs/schedules with vendors, and act as primary contact for graphic and data design consultants. Use InDesign and Canva to create and edit reports and publications.
Qualifications
Educational Background: A Bachelor's degree in International Development, Global Economics, Political Science, or a related field is required; a Master's degree is preferred.
Expertise in Global Economic Governance and Development Finance: deep understanding of international development and economic governance.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Job Details Job Location: Boston, MA
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Salary Grade: Grade 48
Posted Date: 11/12/2024
To Apply To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/External/jobs/314934
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