Assistant Director of Internal & Member Communications â Editorial Content
Assistant Director of Internal & Member Communications â Editorial Content
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Job Description
This versatile writer will focus on crafting compelling written content that aligns with the communications departments goals and the NCAAs mission. This role collaborates with various internal departments member institutions and external groups to identify and produce stories that highlight student-athlete achievements both on and off the field. Additionally the position assists with the creation and planning of emails a key communication tool for engaging administrators and stakeholders across all divisions. Responsibilities include creating strategic communications plans contributing to content amplification through multiple channels and supporting governance meetings and national office initiatives. This role also aids in Salesforce-related and internal communication efforts.
Job Responsibilities
- Develop written content that aligns with the communications departments goals and advances the national offices mission.
- Collaborate with other NCAA departments member schools conferences and other affiliate groups to identify stories that align with the NCAAs storytelling strategy which includes highlighting student-athletes who excel athletically and academically showcasing the diversity of the NCAA athlete community and displaying how the college athletics experience benefits student-athletes at all levels of the Association. Oversee NCAA Weekly an administrator-focused newsletter that aims to inform key stakeholders at member schools and conferences across all three divisions on the latest NCAA news resources and notable stories.
- Work with NCAA departments to create a robust NCAA Weekly calendar creatively highlighting the national offices value to the membership in a clear and concise medium.
- Partner with others in communications to help increase the reach of written content including via social media search engine optimization and external media pitches.
- Assist with development and implementation of communications plans for other national office initiatives supporting membership or staff.
- Provide tactical communications assistance for governance meetings that impact student-athletes member schools and conferences.
- Contribute to Salesforce strategy by assisting with member or staff emails as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- Education required: High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelors degree strongly preferred.
- Minimum three years writing and/or editing experience preferred especially within college athletics and higher education.
- Finely tuned organizational and tactical skills.
- Proven ability to develop and execute strategic communications including management of multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Superior attention to detail.
- Superior writing skills and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
- Estimated Travel Required <10%
- This position will be based out of the national office in Indianapolis work environment is hybrid; 3 days in the office and 2 days are remote.
Key Competencies
- Teamwork Can effectively work together with other people and collaborate to achieve a common goal or to complete a task in the most effective and efficient way.
- Accountability Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality timely and cost-effective results. Determines objectives sets priorities and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for mistakes. Complies with established control systems and rules.
- Effective Communication Can exchange ideas thoughts opinions knowledge and data so that the message is understood with clarity and purpose.
- Stakeholder Focus Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external stakeholders gets first-hand stakeholder information and uses it for improvements in products and services acts with stakeholders in mind establishes and maintains effective relationships with stakeholders and gains their trust and respect through honesty integrity authenticity and inclusivity.
- Resourcefulness The ability to creatively cope with difficult situations or unusual problems. It is about problem-solving and getting things done in the face of obstacles and constraints.
Core Values
- LEADERSHIP We actively listen and continually strive to provide vital solutions counsel and advocacy for student-athletes and intercollegiate athletics.
- INCLUSION We seek and incorporate different perspectives and experiences to drive innovation and impact.
- COMMUNICATION We commit to an environment of openness to build trust and make timely decisions.
- COLLABORATION We work together based on mutual respect to lead and serve our stakeholders.
- ACCOUNTABILITY We take ownership for our actions and results to add value every day.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
