Strategic Initiative Specialist

CSU Careers•Sacramento, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Strategic Initiative Specialist will serve as lead to administrative coordinators at the Center for California Studies, and provide analytical and systems support to the Capital Fellows Programs. The incumbent will be responsible for managing projects related to the Center’s programs, events, alumni engagement, database management, website management and fundraising. They will also assist with the editing and publication of the California Journal of Politics and Policy.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience in developing and managing communication including for alumni relations and organization communications such as journals, newsletter and other external communications.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively in a diverse environment across multiple platforms.
Expertise in data analysis, survey techniques and data management, with the ability to interpret and evaluate data to develop conclusions and inform policy decisions.
Ability to take initiative and independently plan, organize, coordinate and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved.
Ability to work as a part of a team, with strong self-management and collaborations skills.
Ability to train others on new skills and procedures and provide lead work direction.
Proficiency in relevant technology and software, including MS Office (particularly Excel and Access), communications tools such as MailChimp and Microsoft Outlook, and website administrations tool such as Cascade.
Ability to articulate and implement program objectives in alignment with university diversity and equity goals, with excellent interpersonal and diplomatic communications skills.
Experience with communications, including management of social media, websites and event outreach.
Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.

Nice To Haves

Experience with stakeholder engagement
Experience with event planning
Experience in and/or familiarity with the different branches of state government and university systems

Responsibilities

Managing projects related to the Center’s programs, events, alumni engagement, database management, website management and fundraising.
Assisting with the editing and publication of the California Journal of Politics and Policy.
Serving as lead to administrative coordinators at the Center for California Studies.
Providing analytical and systems support to the Capital Fellows Programs.