Project Coordinator- Communications Job Opening

Ready to use your workday to contribute to something greater? Join the Iowa State University Foundation in its charge to move the university forward through philanthropy, helping thousands reach new levels of greatness. This is the place for the next change-agent – you!

In This Role, You Will…

• Provide project, operational and software management support for the communications team. Duties include serving as the point person for project management software and the digital asset management system, coordinating photography and video requests, and planning and coordinating photo/video shoots.
• Provide administrative support for team meetings and responding to requests for images, materials and mailing lists.
• Maintain important information and data in unit software. This position will regularly run reports, make updates and develop dashboards to track progress.
• Effectively utilize your organizational and problem-solving skills to support the communications team.
• Complete special projects as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

To Be Successful, You Will Need…

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum of 3-years of related work experience required. Education may be substituted for degree or years of work experience.
• Strong technical skills, proficiency using the Microsoft Suite of applications. Ability to learn in-house computer systems, especially Workfront and Portfolio systems.
• Must possess excellent attention to detail and accuracy, communication skills (both written and verbal); editorial skills; professional judgment, organizational planning, diplomacy, and professionalism. Must adhere to strict confidentiality standards.
• Strong team orientation, high level of professionalism, a dedicated work ethic and a positive attitude.
• Creativity, patience, a sense of humor and a belief in our organizational mission of Aligning donor passion and generosity to advance Iowa State University’s land grant ideals.

Preferred Education and Experience

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Your Next Career Move forward…

Iowa State University fulfills a wide variety of needs, from feeding the globe to strengthening the local economy. As a member of the communications team, you will have the opportunity to play a key role by blending your professional knowledge and passion for showcasing stories in actively moving the foundation – and the university – to new heights.

About Iowa State University and the Ames Community

The Iowa State University Foundation has a successful history in fundraising and is in the midst of a $1.5 billion comprehensive campaign. This position will join a high-performing team of more than 130 who are excited to enrich Iowa State University through public and private support. The ISU Foundation has been acknowledged from multiple publications as a top place to work.

Department Contact Name Human Resources Department Contact Phone Department Contact Email [email protected] Department/Unit Website Location (if other than Ames) Additional Information

This vacancy is posted for the ISU Foundation. It is not an Iowa State University position.

Application Instructions

We Can Help You Move forward…

You’ve put in a lot of work to get where you are today, and now you’re ready to utilize your unique skills, talents and personality to achieve even more. Make the next step count – move forward with us!

Guaranteed Consideration Date Pre-Employment Screening

All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.

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Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 3410 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email [email protected].