Strategic Communications & Engagement Associate

National Strategic Research Institute•Lincoln, NE

1d•$50,000•Onsite

About The Position

The NSRI Strategic Communications and Engagement Associate will support the department in building and executing brand communications and programming for University of Nebraska researchers and students as well as external stakeholders. This role provides administrative and operational support for meetings and events, brand assets and materials, tradeshows and conferences, internal and external content campaigns and platforms, and more. This entry-level position works under direct supervision to ensure exceptional execution of institute activities.

Requirements

90-105 earned credit hours towards bachelor’s degree, or full associate's degree with one year of relevant experience, in marketing, journalism, communications or related field — May 2026 graduates encouraged to apply
Experience with social media platforms and website content management systems
Experience with Canva or basic graphic design and/or video production tools
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams
Ability to lift and move boxes up to 30 pounds
Occasional travel for event support (estimated 1-2 times per year)
Must be a U.S. Person
May consider an equivalent of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in marketing, journalism, communications or related field
Experience with event coordination or logistics
Familiarity with inventory management systems
Experience with project management or collaboration tools
Experience in higher education, government/military, or U.S. Government contracting environments
If you have a portfolio, please provide a link to it within your cover letter.

Responsibilities

Meeting & Event Coordination
Coordinate logistics for institute meetings, conferences, and outreach activities including venue communication, material shipping, and day-of setup
Manage registration processes
Develop attendee communications as needed
Assist with on-site meeting support as needed
Track event materials inventory and coordinate replenishment
Compile post-event reports and documentation
Brand Materials & Asset Management
Maintain inventory of institute materials and resources across all NSRI facilities nationwide
Process orders and coordinate distribution of materials to staff and events
Track usage and recommend reorders to maintain adequate stock levels
Organize storage and ensure quality control of all institute assets
Coordinate with vendors for printing and production of materials
Digital Platform Support
Assist with content calendar management and deadline tracking
Format and upload materials to internal and external platforms
Proofread materials for accuracy and consistency
Publish approved content to digital platforms according to established calendars
Maintain digital asset library and file organization systems
Internal Communications Support
Assist with production and distribution of internal updates and announcements
Gather information submissions from across the institute
Format and organize information according to provided templates
Coordinate platform updates and notifications
Track engagement metrics and maintain distribution lists
Administrative & Program Support
Maintain project tracking systems and update status reports
Schedule meetings and coordinate team calendars
Process invoices and track program budget expenditures
Maintain vendor contact lists and coordinate routine communications
Provide general administrative support to program teams
Assist with special projects as assigned
Other Duties As Assigned