Harvard University · 1 day ago
Digital Communications and Marketing Coordinator, Data-Smart City Solutions
Harvard University is seeking a Digital Communications and Marketing Coordinator for its Data-Smart City Solutions program, which aims to promote data-informed practices in local government. The role involves content creation, audience engagement, and performance analysis across various digital platforms to enhance visibility and community interaction.
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Responsibilities
Develop, produce, and edit engaging multi-media content for newsletters and social media posts, to drive engagement with our podcasts and written articles
Collaborate with team members to highlight Data-Smart research, events, and news using a variety of digital storytelling tools (written copy, video, graphics, audio)
Manage recurring newsletters; manage mailing lists, segment audiences, and strategize newsletter growth and engagement
Serve as primary social media manager, developing and executing channel-specific content strategies (Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Facebook, Bluesky)
Ensure cohesive and compelling messaging across all digital touchpoints
Assists with editorial and campaign calendars for newsletters, social media, and promotional initiatives
Monitor, increase, and nurture audience engagement across channels, responding to community feedback and interactions
Develop strategies to reach new audiences and deepen engagement with existing readers, listeners, and stakeholders
Utilize platforms such as Google Analytics, Salesforce, and native analytics tools on social and email platforms to track performance metrics (traffic, engagement, open/click rates, conversions, etc.)
Analyze data and KPIs to assess the effectiveness of campaigns and content and generate actionable insights to optimize future efforts
Prepare regular performance reports for internal stakeholders
Maintain and update web content using Drupal or similar CMS
Design and produce graphics and visuals
Support event promotions and multimedia needs (photography, video, audio clips) as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience in communications, marketing, journalism, or related field
Demonstrated experience managing social media channels, newsletters, and web content
Strong writing, editing, and visual storytelling skills
Experience with analytics tools (Google Analytics and social/email analytics dashboards)
Proficiency with the Adobe Suite, Canva, or similar graphic design tools
Experience with content management systems (Salesforce preferred)
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Basic video production or editing skills
Communications or marketing experience in a public sector, research, or higher-education setting
Benefits
Generous paid time off including parental leave
Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
Retirement plans with university contributions
Wellbeing and mental health resources
Support for families and caregivers
Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks
Company
Harvard University
Harvard University is a private research university and a member of the Ivy League.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$136.43MKey Investors
National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)Alfred P. Sloan FoundationMassachusetts Clean Energy Center
2023-01-10Grant· $0.35M
2022-01-01Grant· $1.5M
2021-08-24Grant· $0.07M
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