Communications and Events Specialist - Skandalaris Center

Scheduled Hours

37.5

The Skandalaris Center Communications and Events Specialist will be responsible for the execution and continuous measurable improvement of the Center’s events and communications strategies, including the development of 50+ annual events and signature programs engaging alumni donors and sponsors, faculty, and students, communication outreach materials and protocols, and utilization of unique venues and mediums to reach the diverse audience of the Center.

• Manage and develop events and programs that engage the startup ecosystem and bring in sponsorship funding and resources to the Center – including events at the Danforth Campus, Med School Campus, Cortex, and the St. Louis region. Design promotional materials/work with contractors/student workers to create print and digital media; disseminate/advertise materials across both campuses; schedule/write press releases. Ensure compliance with University standards for all publications and promotional materials.
• Design and implement all event activities and branding content strategy, generation and dissemination. Serve as a key liaison with regional Entrepreneurial Support Organizations, Washington University Departments/Organizations for collaborative events, the Office of University Advancement, the Office of Public Affairs, and other media outlets.
• Actively track metrics and analyze demand/satisfaction/outcomes associated with Skandalaris Center initiatives; manage databases and assist with custom surveys. Input data, update records, run reports, in coordination with WUSTL colleagues.
• Manage budget for execution of events plan.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Location/Working Conditions

• The work environment is primarily an office setting with frequent events/programs where transporting of lightweight (15lbs) materials/tables/etc. will be required.
• Many Skandalaris events and programs are held in the evenings and on weekends, thereby requiring hours/activities outside the normal work‑day as needed. Work will be conducted at both the Danforth and Medical School campuses and occasionally off‑campus.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Relevant Experience (2 Years)

Not Applicable

A driver's license is not required for this position.

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Advertising Communications, Creative Approaches, Creative Strategies, Detail‑Oriented, Diplomacy, Guest Service, Highly Developed Interpersonal, Journalism, Listening Effectively, Marketing, Oral Communications, Organizing, Public Relations (PR), Results‑Oriented, Stress Management, Team Collaboration, Teamwork, Workload Prioritization, Written Communication

G09

$45,600.00 - $75,300.00 / Annually

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