Job Description:

• Collaborates with members of the BFI communications and events team to understand project requirements and concepts.
• In cooperation with the Senior Manager, develops and produces event marketing and communications materials, including email marketing, social media, and in-person event support.
• Works with the Senior Policy Communications and Outreach Manager and other members of the communications team in the development and execution of digital communications plans.
• Uses broad knowledge of marketing and website design to help with content, design and management of the BFI website.
• Oversees the organization of the BFI contact database, and produces email newsletters, among other audience outreaches.
• Contributes to BFIâ™s social media strategy.
• Supports BFI events as needed in collaboration with the Senior Manager of Events & Academic Programs.
• Gathers and disseminates information designed to keep the public informed of the organization's programs, accomplishments, or point of view, with moderate to high levels of guidance and direction.
• Accomplishes assigned duties through two or more of the following: written communications; visual/graphic media, which may include Web site development and maintenance; speeches and personal contact. The incumbent is still acquiring higher-level knowledge and skills.
• Continues to build higher level knowledge of the University, processes and customers.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelorâ™s degree in a related field.

Experience:

• Relevant experience, such as event and/or conference planning.
• Background in higher education is a plus.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrates some knowledge of communications best practices including website management, social media, data maintenance, and email marketing.
• Strong copy-editing skills
• Digital competencies, including knowledge of WordPress.

Preferred Competencies

• Exceptional time management and organizational skills including the ability to meet external and internal deadlines.
• Skilled in production of marketing and communication materials.
• Entrepreneurial, creative thinking about how to improve BFIâ™s communications and outreach efforts.
• Proven ability to be a valuable part of a team.
• General interest in economics and public policy.
• Must be reliable and able to maintain weekly set schedule.
• Strong writing skills.
• Eagerness to learn and be part of a team.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (preferred)
• Three Professional References Contact Information (required)

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