Communications and Events Associate

Stanford University

• Develop, execute, and oversee written and visual communications of moderate complexity, including presentations, speeches, news stories, web content, talking points, and correspondence and social media posts.
• Collaborate with DREME leadership to develop strategies and tactics for facilitating effective communications and dissemination of DREME's findings and resources.
• Design, plan, implement, and coordinate quarterly in-person Network meetings and other events that support synergy, collaboration, and dissemination of DREME findings and resources. Manage all aspects of event planning and execution.
• Assist in identifying and maintaining professional relationships with key stakeholders, including other researchers, funders, higher education officials, community leaders, practitioners, and policy makers.
• Assist in preparing content for internal or external newsletters/mailing lists. Understand email and digital content distribution.
• Identify individuals/groups to attend and/or speak at public meetings or other events.
• Coordinate media, community or government relations, and ensure logistics and preparations are handled.
• Provide administrative support as needed for DREME faculty chair and Network director.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Excellent written communication skills, reporting skills, and skills in conceptual editing, copy editing, and proof reading.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal communications groups across campus.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills in working with a variety of people.
• Capacity to write and synthesize materials and communicate information in a manner easily understood.

• Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, Drupal CMS, Adobe Creative Suite, and online editing tools.
• Demonstrated success planning events.
• Ability to establish priorities, manage shifting priorities, and handle numerous time-sensitive projects with multiple deadlines.
• Demonstrated creativity, problem solving skills, initiative, judgment, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to accomplish goals working through formal and informal channels, with diplomacy and tactfulness.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, time management, and customer service skills.
• Organized and detailed oriented.

Why Stanford is for You:

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first- ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

How to Apply:

We invite you to apply for this position by clicking on the Apply for Job button. To be considered, you must submit a cover letter and resume along with your online application.

• Finalist must successfully complete a background check prior to working at Stanford University.
• Applicants to this position must be available to work in the United States without sponsorship for 2 years or more. OPT permit holders should confirm that they are eligible to work in the US at the Stanford GSE for two years or more.
• This position is fixed-term through March 31, 2020 and is renewable based on performance and funding.
• Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

Job:

Location: Graduate School of Education, California, United States
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To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: stanfordcareers.stanford.edu

Stanford is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.







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