Communications Manager

The mission of the John H. Pace Jr. '39 Center for Civic Engagement is to make service and civic engagement a central part of the Princeton University student experience. Pace Center staff help undergraduate and graduate students learn how to respond to the needs of the world in responsible ways. The breadth of Pace Center programming supports learning about community, sustained volunteering, advocacy and activism, as well as summer internships and post-graduate fellowships.

The Pace Center seeks a dynamic, versatile, and experienced communications professional to serve as the center's Communications Manager. Reporting to the Senior Associate Director, the Communications Manager will be responsible for highlighting the mission-driven work of the Pace Center for a wide audience of students, campus and community partners, alumni, and others. Specific projects might include (but are not limited to): generating and managing content for social media outlets (Facebook and Instagram), writing stories amplifying student voices, writing content elevating the work of community partners, creating and manging newsletters, website management, and producing marketing materials such as an annual review.

The Communications Manager will work collaboratively with the Pace Center's internal program teams to identify strategic priorities. A goal of the Communication Manager's work is to promote and increase student involvement in, and learning from, service at Princeton. The Communications Manager will invite diverse perspectives and express a commitment to helping Princeton University students make the world more equitable.

Produce written content for internal and external audiences: (50%)

• Write and publicize stories/content for print, digital, and multimedia platforms.
• Promote Pace Center initiatives and events, execute successful marketing efforts, and apply basic design principles within commonly used web publishing environments.
• Design and send digital event announcements in Mailchimp, Constant Contact, My PrincetonU or other or other digital marketing platform(s).
• Oversee and update the Pace Center's website. Conduct periodic audits to ensure content is accessible, current, accurate, and clear.
• Manage The Pace Center's social media presence with the goal of growing audience engagement.
• Design, edit, and produce print publications and brochures.
• Participate as a member of the University’s Campus Communications Network (CCN).

With the Senior Associate Director, develop and implement a comprehensive strategic plan for the Pace Center's communications:(50%)

• Collaborate on a strategic plan for the Pace Center's communications that aligns with the Pace Center's strategic plan and stated values, the Office of Campus Life's strategic plan, and Princeton University's strategic priorities.
• Support and empower the the Pace Center's program teams to meet their communications needs.
• Oversee (for clarity and consistency) the work of students working on communications.
• Develop, publish, and promote a calendar for the "year of service-focused events" including deadlines and other important activities/dates.
• Pilot a newsletter using student input and feedback on content, regularity, and platform.
• Act as the Pace Center's liaison to Media Relations and the Office of Communications.

Essential Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of experience in communications or related field.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Experience in developing and implementing communications strategies effectively. Strong ability to prioritize responsibilities, multi-task, as well as meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and also as part of a team. Ability to constructively edit others’ work.
• Demonstrated commitment to champion diverse and marginalized individuals and communities.
• Strong interest in working in a student-focused environment.
• Willingness to work with innovative technologies to reach student populations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft desktop applications (PowerPoint, Word, Excel), web publishing (ie Drupal), Google Docs, Canva, and social media platforms.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working directly with college students and/or in a University setting.
• An awareness/understanding of service and civic engagement.
• Familiarity/comfort with Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, and other graphic design programs.
• Familiarity with digital marketing platform such as Mailchimp, Constant Contact, or My PrincetonU.

All applicants are required to submit a written cover letter, resume, and a link to a portfolio of (at least 3) writing samples or other communications/ marketing work.

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