Communications Coordinator

Position Summary

MSU’s Research Consortium on Gender-Based Violence (RCGV) and the Michigan Victim Advocacy Network (MiVAN) seek a shared Communication Coordinator. Under the supervision of RCGV’s Co-Directors and MIVAN’s Co-Directors, the Communication Coordinator will assist in the development and execution of internal and external communications specifically focusing on social media, websites, and further development of the Paper to Practice series.

Under the supervision of the RCGV’s Co-Directors, the Communications Coordinator will be responsible for the following:

(RCGV, 30%) Development of the Paper to Practice series which will include: Translating gender-based violence related research projects into actionable and digestible products that will include composing, reviewing, editing, producing, and duplicating audio, visual, animated, video, and/or printed training materials; Composing, reviewing, editing, producing, and duplicating audio, visual, animated, video, and/or printed training materials; Designing the process of the development of the paper to practice communication series (including video communications, infographics, and supplement documentation) and incorporation into the RCGV website; Coordinating and supervising undergraduate students supporting the work of the Paper to Practice series

(RCGV, 20%) Development and maintenance of regular university-wide communications with RCGV members via listserv, newsletter, and website

(MiVAN, 20%): Training Development; Assist the MiVAN team to develop online training design, content development, and ongoing management; Review and/or editing of layouts, drafts, and information to check for content, readability, and style

(MiVAN, 20%): Marketing Materials; Curate unique marketing campaigns for a state-wide, Michigan-based audience of crime victim advocates; Assist with web page design, maintenance, and content management

(MiVAN, 5%): Representing MiVAN at functions, professional organizations, industry organizations, community and related external events; and administrative duties

(5%): Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Communications, Telecommunications, Journalism, Marketing, or Public Relations; up to six months of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in internal communications; news, broadcasting, and print media, and/or marketing, advertising, and creative services; graphic design; word processing; desktop publishing; web design; presentation software; spreadsheet and/or database software; public presentation; or radio production; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced experience with WordPress websites, Learning Management Systems, and integration of the two

• Advanced Experience in content creation and design

• Expertise in multiple social media platforms

• Ability to deliver creative content (text, image and video)

• Advanced experience with photo, animation, audio, and video editing software, Adobe Creative Suite preferred

• Familiarity with online marketing strategies and marketing channels

• Ability to grasp future trends in digital technologies and act proactively

• Excellent listening and time management skills with the capability to address difficult situations

• Patience and professionalism

• Experience in email marketing software

• Background in social justice, gender-based violence, and victim advocacy work is preferred

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Cover letter, resume, portfolio

Work Hours

Variable work hours with some evenings required

Description of End Date

This is an off-dated position funded for one year from date of hire, with possible extension contingent upon funding renewal.

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Bidding eligibility ends January 28, 2025, 11:55 PM