Senior Marketing Specialist Alumni Engagement
Senior Marketing Specialist Alumni Engagement
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$ 65000 - 75000
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Job Description
Status: Fulltime exempt
Schedule: MF 8.30a.m. 4.30p.m 37.5 hours per week may include occasional evening work and/or event travel
Reports to: Director of Brand Marketing
Direct reports: None
Start date: ASAP
Location: Chicago IL USA (Hybrid)
About Us:
IES Global is a notforprofit study abroad and internship provider dedicated to transforming the lives of nearly 10000 students annually through unparalleled study abroad experiences. From our headquarters in Chicago we offer 400 programs in 85 locations worldwide partnering with 500 colleges and universities to create authentic educational experiences that exceed expectations.
IES Global comprises a collective of brands including IES Abroad IES Internships Customized & FacultyLed Programs and the Study Abroad Foundation (SAF). We champion meaningful academic and cultural education integrate diverse perspectives prioritize student health and safety and strive to better the world through our Global Good Commitment.
For nearly 75 years we have been a trusted leader in global education committed to diversity equity inclusion and antiracism. We actively recruit underrepresented students and provide millions in scholarships each year celebrating a diverse student body that reflects the vibrant cultures we engage with. Our commitment extends to our diverse team fostering an inclusive welcoming workplace where talents from various backgrounds collaborate and grow.
Join us at IES Abroad and become part of a community dedicated to creating global leaders and lifechanging experiences.
Summary of Position:
A member of the Marketing Department the Senior Marketing Specialists primary role is tosupport thedaytoday marketing and contentmanagement for our Advancement & Alumni Engagement Department. A versatile communicator this person will report to the Director of Brand Marketing to execute marketing and communications plans launch alumni and fundraisingrelated marketing campaigns use social media to engage alumni and donors and maintain digital and print content for IES Abroad alumni.
Essential job responsibilities & duties:
Marketing and Communications
Create and maintain marketing and communication plans specific to Advancement & Alumni Engagement running in tandem with IES Global themes and campaigns
Collaborate with Advancement & Alumni Engagement team to enhance digital presence for annual appeals and giving days
Field and support request tickets from Advancement & Alumni team submitted through our internal design news and video request forms
Write and send alumni and donor emailmarketing communications
Manage relationships with outside partners and vendors such as printers promotional product vendors advertising partners and more
Collaborate with Associate Director of Advancement & Alumni Engagement in the creation and of virtual/hybrid events that engage current and prospective donors and alumni including writing web copy maintaining event page(s) invitation and registration materials pre/postevent summaries and database management
Content Creation & Management
Draft edit and prep annual print and digital production of The Exchange: Alumni Magazine
Create and manage editorial content calendar for all alumnirelated content
Collaborate with College Relations & Advising on the IES Abroad Ambassador Program focusing on ideating prompting and creating content for social media email and web
Draft and publish online content such as news stories alumni profiles careerbuilding and networking content and event pages
Collaborate with Marketing and other departments on external campaigns and content that may be relevant to alumni audience including repurposing our partner newsletter Whats New for an alumni audience
Social Media Management
Manage posts and graphics for alumnirelated social media channels (Facebook LinkedIn group) with guidance from the Multimedia Marketing Manager in coordination with Marketing Department best practices
Respond to inquiries and comments posted on alumnifacing social media accounts
Alumni Engagement & Other Tasks
Attend weekly Marketing Department meeting and other teamwide events as well as weekly joint MarketingAdvancement & Alumni Engagement meeting
Record all significant alumni interactions and biographical updates in the database
Attend IES Abroadsponsored events to support the Alumni Engagement program; travel may be required
Ensure monitor and maintain brand consistency of materials
Commit to and demonstrate values and promotion of diversity equity inclusion and antiracism.
Experience & Qualifications/Skills:
5 years of experience in communications as it relates to advancement/alumni relations or related job experience
Strong interest in content creation and marketing
Technical literacy in Raisers Edge and NXT Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Canva; and Adobe Creative Suite video editing software and Salesforce a plus
Ability to function independently and be selfmotivated but work well with a team
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize
Excellent oral written and interpersonal communication skills
Excellent judgment and intercultural competence
Ability to produce professional compelling communications tailored to an audience
Have an appreciation for education and study abroad
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information and material in a discretionary manner
Ability to demonstrate values and promotion of diversity equity inclusion and antiracism required.
Education Licenses and/or Certifications etc.:
Bachelors degree in Journalism English Public Relations Marketing Communications or related field or relevant work experience
Hiring Salary Range
$65000$75000
Benefits Eligible
Yes
IES Abroad offers a wide range of benefits for eligible employees including health retirement and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found on our website: to Apply:
All applicants should submit an application includingcover letterresume andsalary requirementsby clicking Apply at the top of this page.
Please visit for more information about working at IES Abroad. If you require an accommodation with the application process please emailus: .
Equal Opportunity Employment:
IES Abroad is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. We strive to treat people with respect; fully utilizing employees abilities and promoting workforce diversity.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race color ancestry sex (including pregnancy) age national origin citizenship religion marital status disability sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression veteran status and/or any other status protected by applicable laws.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
