Communications Specialist, Science and Technology

Communications Specialist, Science and Technology

The Communications Specialist, Science and Technology, will lead the development and execution of the communications strategy for the Institute's science and technology portfolios as well as supporting the Institute's broader climate research communications. This work will include managing campaign launches of new research; maintaining the digital presence of the science and technology portfolios through web, social and email marketing; and being the central liaison on the Institute's communications team for all matters related to science and technology.

The Communications Specialist, Science and Technology, will report to the Senior Director of Communications and External Engagement. This role will work closely with the Institute's Senior Digital Marketing Lead. The Communications Specialist, Science and Technology, will join a passionate team at an exciting moment of significant growth and development for the Institute.

• Develops and executes communications strategies to promote and amplify the science and technology research and programming of the Institute.
• Leads marketing strategy and messaging, working with contract and internal designers to develop materials.
• Creates and carries out roll outs for the release of new research.
• Maintains daily digital communication efforts in close coordination and support of the Senior Digital Marketing Lead.
• Manages media relations for the initiatives in close coordination and support of the Senior Director of Communications and External Engagement.
• Develops strategies to build stakeholder engagement for the initiatives.
• Manages the promotion and assists in execution of events and general programming.
• Drafts and edits news stories and other content under tight deadlines.
• Records and monitors analytics for the initiatives' websites, social media and email marketing accounts.
• Makes contributions to the media interface, including writing press releases, planning and organizing media coverage for major events, and crafting responses to sensitive or controversial issues.
• Solves moderate to complex problems related to the writing, preparation, and/or delivery of information from or about the unit.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Preferred Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or a related field, or in a related subject such as science or engineering.
• Minimum of five years of experience working in a communications role.
• Highly experienced in writing about complex climate, science and/or technology issues, including research.
• Background managing websites, email marketing and social media accounts in a professional capacity, as well as maintaining stakeholder/media lists.
• Some experience or interest in media relations.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Knowledge of climate/energy research and issues.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and web-based communication methods and tools such as Hubspot,
• Advanced skills in Word Press, Google Analytics or similar platforms.

Preferred Competencies

• Strong writer who is able to digest and translate complex subjects for a general audience.
• Knowledge of best practices in digital engagement and their applications to communication strategies, including through web, email and social media.
• Some knowledge in working with reporters and within the media landscape.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, and work both independently with initiative and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Manage and prioritize diverse job tasks, perform effectively in a fast-paced environment, and meet deadlines in a timely manner while maintaining professionalism and product quality.
• Excellent organizational skills, flexibility and attention to detail.

Working Conditions

• This is a hybrid position, with an expected 3 days on campus per week.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)
• Three Professional References Contact Information (required)

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.