Communications Specialist

UW-Madison

Madison, Wisconsin, US
$65,000; negotiable based on experience + qualific...
Not specified
Communications and marketing strategy
Alumni and donor engagement
Event planning and execution
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking a Communications Specialist for its Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering, primarily focusing on communications and marketing strategies to engage alumni and donors. The role requires experience in event planning and stakeholder communication, with an emphasis on excellent written and oral communication skills

Job Summary

  • This position is part of a small collaborative staff who work together to support the faculty, students, staff, and alumni in its community.
  • The strongest applicants will demonstrate enthusiasm for engaging with students and alumni, a proactive approach to planning events and initiatives, and excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • UW-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking a Communications Specialist for its Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering, primarily focusing on communications and marketing strategies to engage alumni and donors. The role requires experience in event planning and stakeholder communication, with an emphasis on excellent written and oral communication skills.

Salary

$65,000; Negotiable based on experience and qualifications; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • communications and marketing strategy
  • alumni and donor engagement
  • event planning and execution
  • communicating with stakeholder audiences
  • online elements (blogs, social media)
  • group elements (presentations, meeting planning)
  • individual elements (letters, emails)

Nice-to-have

  • enthusiasm for engaging with students
  • proactive approach to planning
  • excellent oral and written communication skills
  • public speaking

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Experience with event planning and execution
  • Experience communicating with stakeholder audiences
  • Experience with donor activities
  • Experience with alumni organizations
  • Experience with student involvement
  • Experience with digital graphics and social media

Work Rights

Must be eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship

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