Assistant Director, Programs and Marketing

Chicago, Illinois, Location: Chicago, IL Job Description: Creates and manages detailed project plans for programs to ensure on-time, effective, and meaningful experiences for volunteers and attendees. Develops, manages, and stewards effective third-party vendor relationships that are vital for implementing successful programs. Collaborates with marketing and programs team members to uphold the Center’s visual identity, branding, and messaging. Works with peers to ensure consistent messaging about Booth marketing for all partners. Compiles and synthesizes Center metrics related to programs, marketing, and communications. Employs design skills and tools, such as Canva, to create visually appealing marketing materials. Manages email calendar. Tracks send dates, drafts copy, designs, and deploys 100+ emails per year. Coordinates and executes event-related messaging and promotions to create effective marketing engagement that drives event attendance. Compiles content, and creates and distributes monthly newsletter, using Marketo. Collaborates with the communications lead to develop and implement an annual communications plan. Contributes to LinkedIn and similar channels by developing content, tracking outcomes, and making recommendations for improvements. Facilitates dissemination of faculty research across various communication channels. Contributes to annual reports and external print publications. Supports ad hoc requests related to other Kilts Center activities, as needed. Executes day-to-day event logistics, and other moderately complex assignments with some guidance from others. Works to implement ideas for improvement as they are identified in addition to providing post-event feedback on turnout and vendor performance with direction from others. Performs other related work as needed. Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelorâs degree or advanced training in journalism, marketing, or a communications-related field. Experience: A minimum of two years of experience in communications, writing and marketing or similar roles. Program coordinator and/or project management experience. Writing for business and/or nonprofit audiences. Background in higher education. Technical Skills or Knowledge: Skilled in website management and familiarity with content management systems, alongside marketing tools such as Marketo and Sitecore. Proficient and working knowledge of a variety of media, including social media, print, and web communications. Preferred Competencies Excellent writing and editing skills with the ability to create compelling and effective marketing content. Exceptional interpersonal, organization, and communication skills. Work independently with little supervision; possess a self-motivated disposition; identify opportunities for improvement and recommend effective changes, all while achieving key objectives resulting in desired outcomes. Collaborate with others at all levels of the organization as well as vendors, service providers, and other external constituents. Positive attitude and demonstrated adaptability are essential to this role. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and diplomatically with colleagues, as well as with students, faculty, and corporate contacts in a multitude of communication methods i.e., in person, email, phone. â‹ Working Conditions This position is currently expected to work a minimum three days per week in the office. Application Documents Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter (required) The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination. Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via the Applicant Inquiry Form. The University of Chicago’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

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