Operations and Communications Specialist - Law Center

Operations And Communications Specialist, Center On Poverty & Inequality

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The Operations and Communications Specialist helps manage the daily operation of GCPI, primarily in the areas of operations, communications, finance, purchasing, and support services. Performs a variety of complex operations, communications, and finance duties. Additional duties include but are not limited to :

• Develops project plans and operations guidance, helps with executive scheduling, and tracks center activities and outputs
• Develops and monitors contracts and revenue generating agreements, prepares expense reports, and handles a variety of financial data
• Develops internal and external communications materials and updates the website
• Liaises with university departments, including financial affairs, procurement, general counsel, research services, centers and institutes, communications, and other departments

This position reports to Deputy Executive Director, Aileen Carr. Incumbent will work closely with the Executive Director and Center's research and policy team. This position does not supervise students or staff.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent, and at least two years of operations, communications, and / or finance experience, plus a commitment to GCPI's mission. Experience performing a variety of complex operations duties and financial transactions. Strong writing and communication skills, including the ability to synthesize and clearly express complex ideas in writing and visually, tailored for various audiences. Experience with digital media and graphic and layout design (InDesign and Illustrator preferred). Impeccable attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to manage a high volume of work with efficiency. Self-driven work ethic & initiative and strong capacity for collaboration. Flexibility & enthusiasm for learning. Race, class, and gender equity and inclusion skills and values. Working knowledge of Workday and Georgetown Management System (GMS). Knowledge of issues related to poverty and inequality, including lived experience.

This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website.

Pay Range : $21.16 - $35.29 Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University's business needs and external factors.

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