Communications Manager
Arizona State University - University Design Initiative
Arizona State University - University Design Initiative
JOB DESCRIPTION
Salary: $65,000 USD
Arizona State University's University Design Institute (UDI) is hiring a versatile communications specialist with expertise in writing and copy editing to help shape the international conversation about digital education.
The University Design Institute is an internationally recognized leader and innovator in higher education transformation.
Reporting to the Project Director, the Communications Manager will be part of a dynamic team that strengthens the UDI Mastercard Foundation e-Learning Initiative's engagement with a number of constituencies: students in online undergraduate and graduate programs; professional educators; alumni; foundations; and media, policymakers, and influencers involved in international conversations about online education.
The Communications Manager will develop and write stories designed to advance the objectives of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program e-Learning Initiative Phase 2 which are to strengthen the resilience and digital transformation of 10 Mastercard Foundation partner universities by embedding modern technologies, inclusive practices, and sustainable systems into university operations and learning environments. Successful candidates will be comfortable generating content that highlights the Mastercard Foundation eLearning project's strategic priorities, scholar and alumni achievements, and the research and intellectual capital of the initiative.
Deliverables are likely to include: web content, social media posts, video scripts, quick-hitting news stories, and long-form features about the impact of the eLearning initiative, its people, and its ideas. The communications specialist will maintain copy editing standards and adhere to the University Design Institute's style guide.
Key internal partners will include ASU local university partners in collaborating countries, the Mastercard Foundation, as well as members of the broader online learning community in Africa. The ability to align deliverables with agreed-upon marketing and communications strategies is essential, as is the ability to exchange constructive criticism and to make revisions as directed.
The ideal candidate will thrive as a collaborative member of our communications team who is also committed to the UDI e-Learning Initiative's mission.
Essential Duties:
Create and write stories about the Mastercard Foundation eLearning Initiative’s collaborators, strategic initiatives, and impact
Develop and adapt content for use on web, in print, video and audio
Write and manage social media posts
Collaborate with graphic designers from ASU comms unit
Interview and correspond with local partners about the content of their digital implementation and progress towards UDI initiatives
Participate in team meetings on strategy and execution of communications deliverables with ASU Comms Unit.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communications, Marketing, Education or a related field AND three to five (3-5) years of related work experience in the development of comprehensive and creative communication; OR seven (7) years of related work experience; OR any equivalent combination of experience and or education from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved (certificates from recognized programs that verify mastery of tools and techniques relevant to the assignment may substitute for up to six (6) months of experience).
Evidence of a communications portfolio of work demonstrating the ability to write effectively in a variety of formats for a range of purposes and audiences
Ability to tailor messages and formats to target audiences
Evidence of outstanding editorial skills, including proofreading and copyediting peers’ work
Experience managing and meeting the expectations of both clients and supervisors
Experience in work requiring attention to detail
Experience in engaging with constructive editorial critique
Experience in working in a fast-paced work environment and the ability to pursue multiple projects simultaneously
Experience working with a wide range of communication technologies and tools, such as: Google Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Outlook, Slack, Zoom and ability to adopt new technologies as the organization adapts to changing needs and workflows
Experience working across multiple time zones to meet deadlines
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to work with multicultural teams and demonstrate cultural sensitivity
French proficiency required
Experience/exposure in the Higher Education sector a plus
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB DESCRIPTION
Salary: $65,000 USD
Arizona State University's University Design Institute (UDI) is hiring a versatile communications specialist with expertise in writing and copy editing to help shape the international conversation about digital education.
The University Design Institute is an internationally recognized leader and innovator in higher education transformation.
Reporting to the Project Director, the Communications Manager will be part of a dynamic team that strengthens the UDI Mastercard Foundation e-Learning Initiative's engagement with a number of constituencies: students in online undergraduate and graduate programs; professional educators; alumni; foundations; and media, policymakers, and influencers involved in international conversations about online education.
The Communications Manager will develop and write stories designed to advance the objectives of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program e-Learning Initiative Phase 2 which are to strengthen the resilience and digital transformation of 10 Mastercard Foundation partner universities by embedding modern technologies, inclusive practices, and sustainable systems into university operations and learning environments. Successful candidates will be comfortable generating content that highlights the Mastercard Foundation eLearning project's strategic priorities, scholar and alumni achievements, and the research and intellectual capital of the initiative.
Deliverables are likely to include: web content, social media posts, video scripts, quick-hitting news stories, and long-form features about the impact of the eLearning initiative, its people, and its ideas. The communications specialist will maintain copy editing standards and adhere to the University Design Institute's style guide.
Key internal partners will include ASU local university partners in collaborating countries, the Mastercard Foundation, as well as members of the broader online learning community in Africa. The ability to align deliverables with agreed-upon marketing and communications strategies is essential, as is the ability to exchange constructive criticism and to make revisions as directed.
The ideal candidate will thrive as a collaborative member of our communications team who is also committed to the UDI e-Learning Initiative's mission.
Essential Duties:
Create and write stories about the Mastercard Foundation eLearning Initiative’s collaborators, strategic initiatives, and impact
Develop and adapt content for use on web, in print, video and audio
Write and manage social media posts
Collaborate with graphic designers from ASU comms unit
Interview and correspond with local partners about the content of their digital implementation and progress towards UDI initiatives
Participate in team meetings on strategy and execution of communications deliverables with ASU Comms Unit.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communications, Marketing, Education or a related field AND three to five (3-5) years of related work experience in the development of comprehensive and creative communication; OR seven (7) years of related work experience; OR any equivalent combination of experience and or education from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved (certificates from recognized programs that verify mastery of tools and techniques relevant to the assignment may substitute for up to six (6) months of experience).
Evidence of a communications portfolio of work demonstrating the ability to write effectively in a variety of formats for a range of purposes and audiences
Ability to tailor messages and formats to target audiences
Evidence of outstanding editorial skills, including proofreading and copyediting peers’ work
Experience managing and meeting the expectations of both clients and supervisors
Experience in work requiring attention to detail
Experience in engaging with constructive editorial critique
Experience in working in a fast-paced work environment and the ability to pursue multiple projects simultaneously
Experience working with a wide range of communication technologies and tools, such as: Google Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Outlook, Slack, Zoom and ability to adopt new technologies as the organization adapts to changing needs and workflows
Experience working across multiple time zones to meet deadlines
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to work with multicultural teams and demonstrate cultural sensitivity
French proficiency required
Experience/exposure in the Higher Education sector a plus
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified applicants should submit a cover letter highlighting fit for the position and resume to recruitment@broderickhaight.com with the subject line "ASU-UDI Communications Manager”