University of Michigan · 10 hours ago
South Asia Communications Representative
Ann Arbor, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$72K/yr - $80K/yr
5+ years expThe University of Michigan is a leading institution in research and academics, and they are seeking a South Asia Communications Representative to enhance their global outreach. This role involves writing and disseminating communications related to South Asia, managing social media, and promoting events and activities related to the Center for South Asian Studies.
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Responsibilities
Responsible for writing, pitching and disseminating news releases and faculty expert advisories of interest to media in India and beyond
Writing and pitching stories regularly that are geared toward specific audiences
Handling U-M South Asia channels such as social media platforms
Arranging interviews with faculty experts/researchers for TV, newspaper, news blogs and radio stations in South Asia, especially India
Meeting regularly with the Michigan News global team to strategize communications and coordinate outreach and timing of content
Engaging with faculty experts in South Asia matters for expert advisories, videos, social media, and other methods of outreach
Staying abreast of breaking news and ongoing issues in South Asia and around the world
Advising leaders on best communications methods for major announcements and trips abroad
Preparing regular reports to track impact in the news media
Facilitating the dissemination of faculty research and activities in India by liaising with faculty visiting South Asia and the UM India Alumni Association
Responsible for managing Center communications to internal audiences, alumni, and donors
Works closely with center leadership and faculty to coordinate and produce high-quality informational media on all South Asia-related activities, both in the region and on campus
Promoting all CSAS events and activities through a variety of channels
Contributing to all CSAS communications, including developing the annual newsletter, marketing materials, and event promotions as well as maintaining related contact data and email groups
Writing content for CSAS social media accounts and managing account activity
Updating and maintaining the CSAS website in collaboration with II Communications
Staying up to date on Center-affiliated student and faculty happenings for potential stories
Actively seeking out information on South Asia-related activities from partners across campus and writing news articles and other content to raise awareness of those activities
Developing strong relationships at Michigan with colleagues and soliciting information from Center-affiliated faculty and partners
Attending lectures and India-related activities across campus to capture and promote U-M work with, in, and about South Asia
Developing strategic communication plans across U-M schools involved in teaching, research, engaged learning, and partnerships in South Asia
Maintaining strategic and meaningful communications with alumni, donors, and others in the Michigan community beyond the campus
Assisting the Director to establish and maintain an Advisory Council at CSAS
Providing administrative support for all aspects of the center’s fundraising efforts
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree and at least five years of experience in journalism or public relations
Experience working with and a strong knowledge of English-speaking news organizations in India
Knowledge of and experience managing social media in South Asia, especially India
Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, including excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to perform in a self-directed manner within a team-focused framework
Excellent time management and organization skills
Preferred
Knowledge of one or more Indian languages, Hindi preferred
Knowledge of higher education systems and environment, through employment either at a university or a related business or organization
Experience working with videographers and photographers
Company
University of Michigan
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving, and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
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