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Coe College · 4 days ago

Advancement Communications Coordinator

Cedar Rapids, IA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Coe College is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Advancement Communications Coordinator. The Coordinator will support the goals of the Advancement Office by managing communications strategies, collaborating with team members, and overseeing the development of various communication materials.

EducationHigher Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Collaborate with all members of the Advancement Office to document and maintain the annual communications calendar, ensuring appropriate integration and timing of Advancement communication materials across all media

Develop content plan, gather information, draft articles/profiles for distribution of monthly e-newsletter, and provide follow-up tracking/reporting

Serve as the Advancement Office’s project manager and liaison to the Marketing Office for communication and design projects, from initial idea to final product

Write, with discretion over content and editing, for the President, including external letters and other pieces as needed and requested

Manage the Coe Alumni social media networks, including maintaining a posting schedule in coordination with the overall college social media channels

Collaborate regularly with Alumni Engagement and Annual Fund to review, proofread and edit content, serving as a quality-control resource to ensure accuracy, clarity, consistency in voice and alignment with Advancement messaging and goals

Partner with Advancement and Marketing colleagues to produce the Courier magazine three times a year, contributing across all stages of ideation, content development and proofing

Develop landing pages and microsites to support Advancement communications, campaigns and engagement efforts

Support events and programs through preparation, coordination and on-site assistance as a member of the Alumni Engagement team

Help build and maintain a collection of stories featuring alumni, students, faculty and staff for use across Advancement communications

Qualification

Content developmentSocial media managementProject managementMicrosoft applicationsCustomer serviceCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree Required

A minimum of 2–4 years of communications/writing, project management or related experience

Proficient in computer skills and Microsoft applications, with a working knowledge of social media such as Facebook, LinkedIn, etc

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time

Successful completion of a background check in accordance with Coe College policy

Strong communication, project management and organizational skills

Strong commitment to working collaboratively within a high performance team, including demonstrated ability to collaborate with team members and other offices, and provide excellent follow-through on projects

Ability to multitask, prioritize and balance multiple projects and deadlines

Proven ability to write with skills and efficiency

Dedication to the educational mission of a private, residential liberal arts college

Ability to maintain positive relationships in a collaborative and diverse team atmosphere

Commitment to excellent customer and/or student service

Demonstrated ethical and responsible decision making

Consistent attendance and accountability necessary to meet position objectives