Public Relations Assistant
Public Relations Assistant
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Job Description
Rutgers The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Public Relations Assistant for the Rutgers Democracy Lab ( RDL ) within the Eagleton Institute of Politics. The Rutgers Democracy Lab ( RDL ) was established through a transformative gift received in November 2024. Its mission is to serve as a vibrant hub for civic engagement and a collaborative workshop for studying analyzing and addressing the challenges and opportunities of contemporary democracy. RDL embodies a bold commitment to equipping students with the tools and knowledge to engage with strengthen and sustain democracy for future generations. The Lab also seeks to examine emerging threats such as the influence of social media and explore their profound impact on democratic processes. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Coordinates communications/marketing plans for the RDL that will help elevate RDLs brand and make all aspects of its work more visible to students alumni scholars the Rutgers community and the general public. Coordinates strategic communication plans to highlight groundbreaking programs. Connects RDL with students faculty staff practitioners and external stakeholders/partners. Coordinates RDLs public profile and relationships with key audiences through targeted outreach and strategic communications plans. Supervises student interns to meet graphic video and digital communications needs of the RDL . Helps to execute media relations plans for the RDL that will help elevate the RDL brand and make all aspects of RDLs work more visible to journalists editors bloggers and influencers. Assists both the Administrative and Academic Director with media for the RDL . Helps directors build relationships across traditional and social media both in New Jersey and nationally to increase awareness of and engagement with RDLs research education events and resources. Partners with leading democracy-focused organizations to promote shared content and messaging. Partners with the RDLs student digital content creators to disseminate engaging student-led social media content. Participates in Institute-wide and/or cross-team projects.
Overview
Rutgers The State University of New Jersey is a leading national research university and the State of New Jerseys preeminent comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. For two consecutive years Rutgers is ranked on Forbes list of Americas Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publications 2023 list. Rutgers commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe diverse and respectful workplace environment creating employment opportunities for our nations military veterans and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Preferred Qualifications
Basic web development.
Employment Type
Full-Time
