Communications Coordinator

Job Profile:

External Relations and Advancement Specialist 1

Job Family:

External Relations and Advancement

Time Type:

Full time

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree and one (1) year of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary:
Develops and drafts routine communication content and supports the communication strategy through storytelling and campaigns for university wide projects/efforts.

Job Description:

Position Salary Range: $48,600 - $56,000 per year; DOE

Job Description:

The McCain Institute is a nonpartisan organization inspired by Senator John McCain and his family’s dedication to public service. We are part of Arizona State University and based in Washington, D.C. Our programs advance democracy and human rights, empower character-driven leaders, and combat human trafficking. Our unique power to convene leaders across the global political spectrum enables us to make a real impact on the world’s most pressing challenges. Our goal is action, not talk, and like Senator McCain, we are fighting to create a free, safe, and just world for all.

 

The McCain Institute, a part of Arizona State University, seeks an ambitious, proactive full-time communications coordinator to join its Communications team based in Washington, D.C.

 

The communications coordinator reports to the senior director of communications and is responsible for a variety of different communications duties to enhance and maintain the McCain Institute’s brand and reputation. This includes, but is not limited to, social media content creation and distribution, assisting with press outreach, list building and maintenance, news clips and media monitoring, event planning and execution, posting social media, sending press releases and media advisories, managing communications team meetings, and scheduling and administrative support. 

Due to the nature of this position, it is essential that the communications coordinator demonstrate the ability to respond to project-related communications in a timely manner, pay close attention to detail, and be available to complete responsibilities outside normal business hours as necessary.

This position is based in Washington, D.C. and is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

Essential Duties:

• Assisting members of the communications team with drafting content, planning events, and supporting administrative processes.

• Assists with the drafting and sending of press releases, media advisories, and other public communications materials on Cision.

• Assists with monitoring media mentions and sending the daily news clips email.

• Helping to maintain McCain Institute contact lists in MailChimp and Cision.

• Attends events to help the communications team take notes, post on social media, obtain press release quotes, take photos, and distribute branding materials.

• Assists with live social media posting during events, including the annual Sedona Forum. 

• Assists with social media content creation and distribution.

• Assists with creation and distribution of the McCain Institute’s monthly newsletter.

• Assists with filming and editing videos for communications projects and events.

• Assists with event coordination and execution, including creating event invitations, monitoring RSVPs, event set up and check in, and other duties as needed.

• Assists the communications team with scheduling meetings, reserving meeting spaces, booking travel, and other administrative tasks as needed.

• Helps process the communications team’s financial documentation.

• Assists with updating the McCain Institute website.

• Helps prepare interview, meeting, and event memos.

• Helps create analytics reports.

• Helps organize the storage of photos, videos, and other communications materials.

• Supports the communications team as necessary with additional projects related to communications strategy, brand management, website maintenance, and event promotion.

• Occasional travel to support McCain Institute events.

• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge of and proficiency in social media content creation, video and graphic editing, and video recording software and equipment.

• Strong skills in writing, editing, and knowledge of AP Style;

• Strong work ethic, professional attitude, proactive, able to adapt to fast-moving situations, and a desire to excel within a high-energy environment;

• Highly professional team-player, able to collaborate with internal and external partners;

• Adaptable, able to complete multifaceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities and balance competing deadlines;

• Resourceful, well organized, highly dependable, efficient, and detail-oriented;

• Ability to take direction and work in a team environment; and

• Demonstrated interest in and knowledge of Senator John McCain, foreign policy, politics, human rights, and other issues related to the McCain Institute’s mission and work. 

Working Environment:

ASU is an inclusive enterprise with a wide variety of work and learning modes, locations, and a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and employee work-life balance. We are determined to maintain our position as an employer of choice in a competitive labor market, as such the following options may be offered dependent on department needs: 

Department Statement:

At the McCain Institute at Arizona State University, we aren’t a think tank–we’re an action tank. Inspired by the legacy of Senator John McCain and his family, the McCain Institute fights to advance freedom, prosperity, security, and human dignity for the benefit of all Americans and the world. Our work is anchored by three core beliefs: securing democracy and alliances, promoting human rights and protecting the vulnerable, and advancing character-driven leadership in our own communities and around the world.

At McCain Institute, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. We value your unique background and perspective, and you may be just the right candidate for this position or other roles on our team.

Driving Requirement:

Driving is not required for this position.

Location:

Off-Campus: Washington, D. C.

Funding:

No Federal Funding

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• Cover letter

• Resume or CV

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