External Relations Associate

Position Specific Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Assist the External Relations unit by supporting outreach communications and creative projects. Help in organizing resources and coordinating efforts to meet project timelines and objectives.
• Support the planning coordination and execution of external-facing activities including partnership meetings site visits receptions and other strategic engagements.
• Assist with the logistics hospitality and follow-up for high-profile campus visitors external partners and community leaders ensuring LMU delivers a consistent positive and professional experience.
• Provide support in preparing briefing materials talking points bios and external correspondence for senior leadership and MarComm executives.
• Support the creation and maintenance of protocols and checklists for hosting external visitors ensuring high-quality experiences.
• Accompany and support senior leaders at external engagements as needed.
• Assist in developing and maintaining reports on engagement activities partnership tracking and advocacy efforts.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism discretion and sound judgment in handling sensitive information and supporting senior-level interactions.
• Exercise excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity when representing LMU to external audiences.

Loyola Marymount University Expectations

Exhibit behavior that supports the mission vision and values of the university. Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional responsible accountable and ethical conduct. Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.

Requisite Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in political science communications or public relations preferred.
• Two years of experience in external relations or a related field with a demonstrated ability to support engagement activities and team projects.
• Basic understanding of the creative process and project implementation.
• Computer proficiency with common software production suites.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented service-focused environment.
• Willing to adapt to changing demands and priorities.
• Demonstrates initiative and ability to work independently on assigned tasks.

Salary range

$63000.00 - $68000.00 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of this position.

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