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Urbana, IL | United States

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Job description

Communications Coordinator - Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research & Innovation

As one of America's leading research institutions, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has been shaping the future since 1867. The communications team at the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation (OVCRI) is looking for an experienced communications professional to help us tell stories about the profound impact of the University's research. Our work is creative, strategic, collaborative, and meaningful. We break down research complexity, highlight the 'why' behind the work, celebrate research successes across campus, and connect people with information that helps them do better work and live better lives. Join us!

Job Summary
As part of the communications team in the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation (OVCRI), the Communications Coordinator will help tell stories that showcase the research, innovation, and entrepreneurship at Illinois and the impact they have on our local community, the state, and beyond. The Communications Coordinator will gather, write, manage, and distribute these stories and messages across a range of communications platforms.
Duties & Responsibilities

Writing, content development
- Identify, research, interview, and write news and feature stories that elevate the impact of Illinois research and innovation, using language that is clear and compelling
- Gather and write short-form newsletter content highlighting research and innovation stories as well as programs, resources, and events across campus
- Develop brief announcements and notices for internal audiences (primarily researchers, innovators, and entrepreneurs across campus)
- Write and update website content that is clear, concise, and audience-focused
- Craft social media posts that compel audiences to read stories and visit webpages
- Understand and apply Illinois and OVCRI brand guidelines and communication strategies
- Maintain a consistent voice and tone
- Provide editing, proofreading, and quality assurance as needed

Communications coordination
- Develop production schedules and deadlines, coordinating communications projects from concept to execution
- Publish stories on the website; review and update webpage content
- Meet with OVCRI stakeholders to determine communication project needs
- Serve as a communications resource for OVCRI staff as needed
- Maintain social media platform and strategy
- Produce internal e-newsletter
- Promote events and support event communication
- Gather and organize information needed for campaigns, info graphics, and other projects

Collaboration
- Work closely with the OVCRI creative team to generate ideas and develop project concepts, approaches, and strategic plans
- Collaborate with colleagues in other OVCRI units, including proposal development, Research Park/entrepreneurship, corporate relations, research safety, and others
- Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with colleagues across campus, including marketing communications staff at the research institutes and colleges

Other
- Stay informed of emerging research and innovation topics and trends relevant to OVCRI audiences
- Supervise a student worker, including delegating work, providing guidance, and reviewing completed tasks

Minimum Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in marketing, business administration, communications, public relations, English, journalism, radio/television broadcasting, web/digital media, or a related field
- Two (2) years of related professional experience in marketing, public relations, communications, brand management, or a related professional area.
- Demonstrated experience and ability to translate complex ideas into language understandable by a wide audience
- Demonstrated experience researching, shaping and drafting news stories and feature articles

Preferred Qualifications

- Three years' experience in a higher education communications position
- Demonstrated experience in communications and marketing strategy
- Demonstrated experience writing marketing and website copy
- Demonstrated experience in social media content and strategy
- Experience working with designers to develop promotional and marketing materials
- Project management experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- Strong writing and editing skills
- Mastery of grammar, punctuation, and spelling; error-free clear, effective language
- Creative thinking and problem solving o Excellent organizational skills; detail oriented
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work independently and exercise good judgement
- Ability to analyze and derive insight from data to inform decisions
- Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, high-paced, team-based environment
- Ability to work on many projects simultaneously, under deadline
Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5004 - Marketing Associate position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close date. The minimum salary is $60,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Hybrid work options may be available for this position, with the ability to be on-site as needed. Work authorization is not available for this position.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at .
Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on March 18, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Thurman Etchison at [email protected] . For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing [email protected] .

Requisition ID : 1023183
Job Category : Administrative

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