Job Description

The Boston University Global Development Policy (GDP) Center seeks a Communications and Outreach Associate/Specialist to assist in monitoring and executing communications strategies across media relations, digital media , email marketing , and stakeholder outreach for its Global Economic Governance I nitiative ( GEGI ). 

The GDP Center is a University -wide research center that works to advance policy-oriented research for financial stability, human well-being and environmental sustainability. To fulfill that mission, we conduct rigorous policy research; provide a convening place for scholars and stakeholders; engage in policy dialogue with policymakers, civil society and reporters; and offer experiential learning for Boston University students.

GEGI seeks to advance policy-oriented research to align global economic governance with development and climate ambitions and deliver green and inclusive prosperity.

The Communications and Outreach Associate/Specialist will work in collaboration with the Assistant Director for Communications and Outreach as follows:

Communications Strategy & Outreach

• Develop strategies and outreach plans for audiences for GEGI research products, webinars, commentary, and database updates;
• Serve as key conduit for sharing research and information with GEGI stakeholders and target  audiences;
• Monitor policy dates and events,  identify potential policy points of entry;
• Lead and coordinating GEGI's marketing and communications efforts, including the creation of high-quality email and event marketing and similar materials;

Content Creation & Digital Engagement

• Develop, schedule, and publish engaging social media posts for  GEGI;
• Craft engaging emails to  subscribers;
• Generate ideas, create content, design, and produce digital resources for  GEGI;
• Design/support  the creation of multimedia, such as infographics, social media flyers, and videos;
• Draft summary blog  posts;
• Capture and manage recordings of GEGI events for the Center's YouTube channel and other  platforms;
• Update the GDP Center website to add new publications and events.

Media Monitoring & Press Relations

• Develop a comprehensive knowledge of CISION and utilize the platform to its fullest capacity to support GEGI's communications and outreach goals;
• Build and maintain GEGI-related press lists using  CISION;
• Draft press releases, handle reporter inquiries, and engage directly with the press with  supervision;
• Monitor and track media coverage for GEGI  projects;
• Track GEGI media mentions and policy impact.

Event Management

• Responsible for all aspects of GEGI's in-person or virtual events, from planning to post-event wrap-up;
• Develop comprehensive event checklists to ensure the completion of  logistics , programmatic elements, and follow-up tasks;
• Secure venues, schedule webinars, create promotional materials, and coordinate catering, travel, and  accommodations;
• Act as the key point of contact for speakers and event  sponsors;
• Organize  logistics for events and meetings, both off- and on- campus;
• Coordinate with external partners on joint events and initiatives.

Publications & Quality Control

• Manage the translation process for GEGI publications
• Review publications for quality control
• Coordinate the publication of the Center’s annual report
• Provide guidance to and liaise with  external vendors, including copy editors and graphic designers, to ensure that research products are consistent with the GDP Center's tone and style;
• Work with researchers on  working papers, policy briefs, reports, and related materials to ensure alignment with the GDP Center’s tone and style.

Other

• Contribute to media training plan s for fellows.
• Coordinate and collaborate with counterparts across  Boston University on outreach projects and initiatives that involv e other BU departments , such as T he Streeten Lecture, Pardee School events and initiatives, and other events as assigned.

Required Skills

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications , Journalism, PR , or related field; Master’s degree preferred ;
• Interest in global development polic y , global economic governance, energy, climate, biodiversity , and international finance is a plus;
• Ability to complete assigned projects and tasks  independently ;
• Understanding of current events and  politics;
• Strong writing and editing  skills;
• Basic experience and interest working in research/policy-oriented  communications;
• Experience using WordPress to update  websites;
• Experience handling professional social media accounts, including  but not limited to X , LinkedIn, Facebook;
• Experience with  apps such as Hubspot , Mailchimp, Canva, etc . ;
• Experience working with  CISION or comparable media relations software or desire to learn ;
• Experience  conducting outreach to policymakers ;
• Familiarity with  work productivity tools such as Microsoft 365 , InDesign, Adobe Suite, Monday, and online meeting technology .
• Ability to travel and work nights and weekends occasionally.
• This  job is in-person and based in Boston , MA . 

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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