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Posting Details Default Section 20244200SCommunications Associate, Albert Lepage Center for History in the Public InterestStaffVillanova, PAInternal/External Applicantspart-time/12-months972-Lepage CenterThe Communications Associate provides communication support and expertise to the Albert Lepage Center for History in the Public Interest, for both internal and external constituencies. In close collaboration with the Director of Communications CLAS, the individual in this position develops, implements, and manages communication materials and tactics to effectively promote the Lepage Center, while working with teams in University Communication and Marketing UCM to follow Villanova's overall brand and messaging guidelines. Key responsibilities include writing and editing content for the web, social media, electronic newsletters, and print materials; managing communications requests; updating the Center's website; and providing communications support for academic events. The Communications Associate will have a dotted reporting line to the Lepage Center's director and assistant director---working closely with them to promote Center events; develop content e.g., interviews with students and short faculty profiles for web and social; and manage updates for the Lepage Center blog, Hindsights. * Develop and execute communication plans promoting Lepage Center events and programs to internal and external audiences. Use communication vehicles including social media, Center website, University calendar, and e-vites to drive event registration and promote the Center's programs and events. Assist with post-event promotion, including collaborating with University colleagues on maintaining recorded lectures on the University YouTube channel. * Support the Assistant Director of the Lepage Center with content development, including writing and editing stories and pieces for a varitety of print and digital platforms---possibly including an annual review publication---as well as curate research and resources produced by the Lepage Center. Work with the Director of Communications CLAS to strategically place and promote content to further the Center's institutional reputation and strategic messaging. * In close collaboration with the Director of Communications CLAS and the Assistant Director of the Lepage Center, manage updates on the Center website and support strategic efforts to elevate the Center's overall web presence. * Strategically manage electronic communication vehicles, including e-newsletters and social media outlets, specifically the Center's Instagram, X, and Bluesky accounts. * Support the Lepage Center with overall maintenance and updates to the blog, Hindsights, highlighting student engagement, faculty research, and public events. * In collaboration with the Director of Communications CLAS, serve as project manager when working with University Communication and Marketing and other University partners to produce print and electronic materials. * Perform other duties and assist with projects as assigned. Formal Education * Bachelor's degree in communications or English required; or equivalent combination of education and experience can be considered. Work Experience * 2 plus years of relevant professional writing, project management, and communication experience. Work Skills e.g., written and verbal communication skills * Must have professional experience using content management system, email marketing software and social media platforms. * Ability to quickly learn University-specific systems. * Excellent written and oral communication. * Professional, personable, collegial manner when dealing with administrators, staff, faculty, and students. * Ability to work independently. * Must be a team player with excellent written, verbal, writing, organizational, project management, and planning skills. * Must be able to self-edit and edit the work of others. * Must be highly detail-oriented and client service-focused. * Must be a flexible, energetic self-starter who enjoys collaboration with a wide variety of constituencies. * Must be able to handle multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced, multifaceted environment. Specific Job Knowledge * The individual must have demonstrated experience in writing and editing and social media management. * Demonstrated experience with leading social media platforms is also required. * The individual must be highly proficient in all standard computer applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat. * Experience with direct mail software, event registration software, and online measurement platforms Google Analytics, Facebook Insights, etc. is preferred. * A working knowledge of web design and content management systems is preferred. Experience with Photoshop, Adobe products InDesign and graphic arts programs is also preferred Equipment Knowledge * General Office Equipment. * Flexibility to work remotely as needed and attend in-person meetings and events as needed. * May be required to work evenings and weekends as necessary to meet program and event needs. Formal Education * Master's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, History, English or a related field preferred. Work Experience * Previous experience in an academic or nonprofit environment preferred. 11/21/2024Commensurate with experience. 14non-exempt

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