University of Denver Hiring for Marketing and Communications Manager – Josef Korbel School of International Studies at USA, Denver, Colorado Full Time

The Josef Korbel School of International Studies at the University of Denver is an interdisciplinary professional school of international studies that prepares students for public, private, and non-profit careers. The Korbel School offers seven masters and two undergraduate degrees-housing research centers and institutes-our mission is: Through teaching, research, and direct engagement, we are addressing the great challenges of our time by creating the next generation of visionaries, leaders, and thinkers. Our pillars are:

Fostering a global economy that is fair, prosperous, and environmentally sustainable

Addressing policy and societal hurdles associated with combating climate change

Enhancing economic, social, and political circumstances for marginalized communities

Advocating for human rights and social justice in an interconnected world

Mitigating worldwide conflicts, civil strife, and emerging security risks

Position Summary

As a Marketing and Communications Manager, you will play a pivotal role in crafting and executing comprehensive marketing and communication plans to enhance brand visibility, engage target audiences, and drive enrollment growth. This dynamic position demands a creative thinker with strong leadership abilities and a passion for staying ahead of industry trends. The Marketing and Communications Manager will work closely with many stakeholders: faculty, staff, and students. Building and maintaining solid relationships that help tell the story of the Korbel School and its initiatives: research, student life, admissions journey, careers, alum engagement, and donor relations. This role maintains internal and external communication tactics across an omnichannel environment to boost engagement, awareness, and conversions. The communications manager will be vital in developing written and visual content.

Essential Functions

Assist the Associate Director of Marketing and Communication in developing a content strategy to highlight the story of the Korbel School.

Set and maintain content requirements and standards, creating unique channel-specific deliverables for various plans and projects.

Actively manage the schools social media channels.

Update the Korbel website and develop content for pages.

Assists with reporting of communication and marketing initiatives analytics using quantitative and qualitative data.

Manage email marketing.

Create and draft articles, talking points, op-eds blogs, external and internal newsletters, website updates, social media posts, and other communications for various efforts.

Attend critical school events to take pictures and videos and record soundbites to tell the Korbel story.

Proactively pitch stories.

Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to ensure the consistent and proper application of the brand identity.

Manage student employees and approve their work.

Manage and maintain digital signage for the school.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge and previous use of the AP style

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle and effectively prioritize multiple projects at once, meet deadlines, and reprioritize projects.

Comfortable researching, writing, and translating complex issues in international relations and tailoring communications for the appropriate communications platform.

SEO knowledge and willingness to learn more.

A self-starter who is comfortable taking the initiative keeps an attentive eye on the details and has a strategic mindset.

Experience with photography and video, including editing, uploading, and posting.

Experience in website maintenance and updates, including familiarity with content management systems and a proficient understanding of HTML.

Passion for storytelling, both written and visual

Adobe Creative Cloud

Knowledge or interest in international affairs or public policy

Prior experience in social media management

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Strong leadership and team management abilities.

Analytical mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions.

Creativity and innovation in developing marketing and communication strategies.

Strong interpersonal skills for building relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field

Three to five years of related experience

Proficiency in digital marketing tools and platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

Masters degree

Experience working in higher education, non-profit, or government sectors.

Prior work with any of the following software: Emma, Salesforce, Drupal, WordPress, and Wrike

Proven experience in marketing and communications, with a track record of successful campaigns and project management.

Working Environment

Standard office environment.

Unexpected interruptions occur often and stress level is moderate to high.

Noise level is quiet to moderate.

Physical Activities

Ability to sit in front of a computer for an extended period of time.

Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs.

Work Schedule

The Universitys administrative offices are open Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Work schedule may vary.

In accordance with the Universitys flexible work policy, this position is eligible to be considered for partial remote work. Further details regarding this plan will be determined with the hiring manager and are dependent on the division and team specific needs.

Application Deadline

For best consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) October 18, 2023.

Special Instructions

Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Salary Grade Number:

The salary grade for the position is 9.

Salary Range:

The salary range for this position is $55,000 – $65,000.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidates sex or any other protected status.

Benefits:

The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

Please include the following documents with your application:

Resume

Cover Letter

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Denver prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; Equal Pay Act; Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Workers’ Rights (“POWR”) Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver’s Non‑Discrimination‑Statement.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.