Program Associate for Communications

Description :

The American Council of Trustees and Alumni (ACTA) seeks accomplished, high-energy communications professional. They must have excellent research, writing, and communication skills. The Program Associate for Communications assists in the coordination of ACTAs communications efforts under the supervision of the Associate Director of Communications and the Vice President of Communications.

Applicant Qualifications / Skills

A bachelors degree relevant to communications, public relations, marketing, etc.

1-2 years of experience in the field

Identifies and aligns with ACTAs core mission : promoting academic excellence, academic freedom, and accountability at Americas colleges and universities

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently as needed, problem solve, and exercise sound decision-making

Flexibility to take on projects on short notice as priorities shift, even when required to multitask

Experience with WordPress or similar platforms is required

Experience with Google Analytics is required

Experience with Mailchimp, HubSpot, or a similar newsletter platform is preferred

Graphic design experience is a strong plus

Positions responsibilities include :

Producing sound research on matters concerning higher education policy and reform

Website content / design management

Managing relationships with website development contractors

Managing media contact lists

Generating monthly and quarterly reports for ACTAs traditional media coverage

Archiving key media mentions

Drafting press releases, blog posts, and other original content

Perform all other work-related duties as assigned

This role is Washington, DC based, and applicants must be able to reliably commute to the ACTA office. Hybrid arrangements may be considered for exceptional candidates. The salary for this position is $48,000 to $55,000, depending on level of experience.

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