Wise Communications & Stakeholder Engagement Specialist
Company: Iowa State University
Location: Cedar Rapids
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Position Information:Position Title:WiSE Communications &
Stakeholder Engagement SpecialistJob Group:Professional &
ScientificRequiredMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree and 2
years of related experiencePreferred Qualifications:Bachelors or
advanced degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or
a related field.Demonstrated ability to follow brand standards,
editorial, and style guidelines to plan and create a variety of
content (printed, photo, video) for multiple platforms, including
printed publications, electronic newsletters, social media,
websites, podcasts, etc.Experience with coordinating event
logisticsExperience with InDesign ( Adobe Creative Cloud/Suite
applications) and CanvaExperience working with multiple
constituents in a corporate, higher education, or other
organization or experience in donor or alumni relationsJob
Description:SummaryThe Program for Women in Science and Engineering
(WiSE) is seeking a communications, marketing, and engagement
specialist to play a leading role in promoting WiSE's mission of
advancing gender equity in science, technology, engineering, and
mathematics (STEM). WiSE supports future ISU students through K-12
outreach programs and events and current ISU students through
resources, courses, and programming. As communications and
marketing specialist, our new team member will work collaboratively
with WiSE staff and students to develop, enact, and assess
marketing strategies and materials that enhance the program's
visibility with a variety of audiences and attract a diverse group
of women and non-binary students to WiSE outreach and undergraduate
resources and programming; develop and disseminatecreative content
focused on telling meaningful, engaging stories about WiSE
resources and programs; and ensure WiSE communications and
marketing materials are accurate and inclusive and meet
readability, accessibility, and style guidelines.As donor,
corporate partner, and alumni engagement specialist, our new team
member will be responsible for building and stewarding
relationships with our major WiSE donors and corporate partners and
for establishing a system for current students to network with WiSE
alumna; coordinating events andengagement opportunities so that
WISE students have meaningful interactions with WiSE corporate
partners, alumna, and donors; and leading efforts to engage and
develop members of the WiSE advisory board that consists of 10-15
corporate partners as well as representatives from ISU Colleges,
K-12 schools, and community colleges.The successful candidate will
have highly effective planning and organizational skills; the
ability to work independently and engage enthusiastically with
multiple internal and external audiences; dedication to
diversityand inclusion; and the ability to communicate effectively
in oral, written, and visual formats.Position
ResponsibilitiesCommunications and MarketingCorporate Partner,
Alumni, and Donor EngagementAdministrativeLevel Guidelines
Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or
technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to
moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues
Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to
determine appropriate action and resolve problems Responds to a
broad range of inquiries and requests May provide training and/or
direction to lower-level staff May lead projects of moderate scope
and complexity Provides guidance to studentsAppointment
Type:RegularNumber of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work
PeriodTime Type:Full timePay Grade:PS807Application Instructions:To
apply for this position, please complete the Employment
Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1)
Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If
you have questions regarding this application process, please email
employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free:
1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State University is committed to
fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated
and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Employees enjoy
comprehensive health and work life benefits, including medical and
dental; as well as: Retirement benefits including defined benefit
and defined contribution plans Generous vacation, holiday and sick
time and leave plans Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) Life insurance
and long-term disability Flexible Spending Accounts Various
voluntary benefits and discounts Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program This job may also be eligible for flexible work
schedules and flexible workplace options that may include flexible
working hours and a hybrid working environment.Original Posting
Date:January 11, 2023Posting Close Date:January 26, 2023Job
Requisition Number:R10696
Keywords: Iowa State University, Cedar Rapids , Wise Communications & Stakeholder Engagement Specialist, Other , Cedar Rapids, Iowa
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