Old Dominion University is seeking a Coordinator of Strategic Communications and Outreach.
The primary duties of this position include all activities needed to recruit faculty/students and to disseminate information on ODU Ellmer School of Nursing (ESoN) as required of the grant.
Responsibilities will include developing the messaging/branding of programs within the Ellmer School of Nursing in collaboration with ODU expertise (branding, graphic design, etc.). This position is also responsible for researching, developing, implementing, and assessing a focused communications and marketing/recruitment campaign for the entire ESoN through cultivation of relationships with faculty, students, alumni, parents, employers and friends. It serves as the liaison between University Marketing and Alumni Relations peers, affiliated partners, and other internal/external stakeholders.
Please visit ODU Research Foundation website at http://researchfoundation.odu.edu; click on the employment tab and follow the link for position #25-050. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. AA/EOE/M/F/Disability/VETS/Drug Free
The organization is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer (AA/EOE/M/F/Disability/VETS/Drug-Free Workplace). We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all individuals in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Employment decisions — including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, and promotion — are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Affirmative action efforts are conducted consistent with applicable laws to promote equal opportunity in employment and advancement.
Job Responsibilities:

EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING:

Bachelor’s degree in communications, advertising, marketing, journalism, or a related field.

LEVEL AND TYPE OF EXPERIENCE:

3+ years of experience in branding, marketing, writing, or recruitment, with a proven track record content creation.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong storytelling and narrative development skills, with experience interviewing and writing compelling stories.
• Excellence in utilization of social media avenues and technologies
• Ability to translate complex data and program details into relatable and inspiring content.
• Excellent project management skills and experience working cross-functionally with design, development, and program teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite or similar design tools is a plus.
• Strong understanding of branding principles and experience ensuring compliance with brand guidelines.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Considerable knowledge of public relations, communications, and marketing strategies.
• Considerable knowledge of data collection, evaluation, and reporting of program/plan effectiveness.
• Skill in writing, reporting, and promoting programs based on independent research, interviews, document review, dashboards, and interaction across the communities served.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of Implementation or Improvement Science; Experience delivering specially designed instruction with positive outcomes for students with disabilities. Coaching experience (Instructional or Systems)
Special licenses, registration, or certification:
Reading Specialist Endorsement
Education or training (cite major area of study):

Please refer the Job description for details