Communication & Outreach Specialist

University of New Mexico • Albuquerque, NM

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Southwest Center for Advancing Clinical and Translational Innovation (SW CACTI) is seeking a Communication & Outreach Specialist to provide professional leadership and project management support in the planning, development, and coordination of both internal and external communications projects, programs, and outreach events of key significance to the advancement of the overall goals and objectives of SW CACTI. Responsible for planning and designing as well as the oversight of the execution of communications projects and events to enhance the visibility of and engagement with SW CACTI. Duties to include development of comprehensive written content, presentations, speeches, and content for community outreach events, as well as production of web/social media content and promotional materials, and related activities.
SW CACTI aims to remove barriers to translational science, accelerate clinical translational innovation, and advance health outcomes in the United States Southwest region. SW CACTI is a partnership between the University of New Mexico (UNM) and the University of Arizona (UA).

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; at least 7 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in communication, journalism or related field
• Experience with website creation and design
• Experience with programmatic social media content creation
• Experience with newsletter development
• Knowledge and experience of UNM Marketing and Communications best practices and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional assistance and support to SW CACTI Administration in the planning, designing, development, and management of strategic communication projects and initiatives.
• Provide development support and administrative and technical management of SW CACTI programmatic websites and social media, including content creation and/or editing, overall functionality, maintenance, and user analytics/metrics.
• Writes and edits promotional SW CACTI materials including press releases, newsletters, memos, infographics, and brochures; disseminates material to appropriate communication channels.
• Performs in-depth research and analysis on specific issues as assigned; develops and prepares comprehensive communications and/or reports based on analysis and interpretation of issues.
• Writes, edits, and reviews public relations materials for SW CACTI Administration and senior management, to include fact sheets, articles, newsletters, and speeches; oversees production and publication of public relations materials and other related communications.
• Participates in strategic planning, and manages and coordinates the development, implementation, and completion of special projects related to internal and/or external communications and/or public relations initiatives; facilitates strategic advertising in various local media outlets.
• Assists Translational Science Navigator in planning, coordinating and conducting special events such as open houses, community events, meetings, and/or tours.
• Oversees the development and maintenance of comprehensive contact databases.
• Collaborates with SW CACTI leadership in the development and dissemination of broadly based strategic communication designed to inform the public of SW CACTI’s programs and accomplishments.
• Coordinates public outreach programs as appropriate to the position; designs and develops presentations for SW CACTI Administration and senior staff.
• Serves as liaison to UNM-government agencies on community relations issues.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED