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Essential Functions:

• Communications Strategy & Implementation (30%):
  • Work with the Inaugural Director and Executive Director of the GDP Center to develop goals, strategies, tactics, and messaging for programming and initiatives aimed at both University and external audiences across all appropriate platforms, including web, social media, video, digital, and print, using tools such as CISION, Sprinklr, Infogram, HubSpot, and others.
  • Actively engage in media relations efforts and build relationships with reporters and the media.
  • Responsible for producing and posting content to the website and other communications platforms.
  • Oversee content produced by others and updates to the Center website and social media platforms.
  • Develop monthly reports on web, email, and social media metrics for the Center.
  • Oversee various tracking platforms and provide metrics on these initiatives for grant reporting.
• Events & Outreach (30%):
  • Responsible for coordinating events such as conferences, workshops, community events, discussions, book launches, and presentations, both virtually and in-person, on campus and off-campus.
  • Serve as the point of contact for speakers, provide advance information to participants, and coordinate the logistics and communications to support event promotion, set-up, catering, facilities requests, and post-event activities.
  • Establish and maintain good working relationships with internal and external service providers, contractors, and partner universities and institutes.
  • Oversee the work of the Communications & Outreach Associate/Specialist in this area.
• Editorial Strategy and Implementation (30%):
  • Ideate, produce and publish content for the GDP Centers website, social media, email and other communications platforms.
  • Collaborate with the Center Director, Executive Director and researchers to author key website blogposts.
  • Develop internal and external presentation materials.
  • Create visual content to support internal and external initiatives and platforms using tools such as Canva, InDesign, Infogram and more.
  • Develop, manage and maintain institutional collateral, photography and messaging, ensuring consistent delivery of the GDP Center and BU brands.
  • Oversee the work of the Communications & Outreach Associate/Specialist and Communications Fellows in this area.
  • Coordinate with the marketing communications team of the Office of Research, BU Marketing & Communications, and other departments or centers as necessary.
• Report Production (10%):
  • Oversee the entire print and digital design production process, including negotiating costs and schedules with vendors to ensure high-quality products and timely delivery.
  • Act as the primary contact for graphic and data design consultants, as well as vendors.
  • Utilize software such as InDesign and Canva to create and edit reports and publications.

• Educational Background: A Bachelor’s degree in International Development, Global Economics, Political Science, or a related field is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• Expertise in Global Economic Governance and Development Finance: The ideal candidate should have a deep understanding of international development and economic governance.

Please submit your application by April 15 for priority screening. We will continue to review applications on a rolling basis after this date.

Apply here.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

COMMUNICATIONS AND OUTREACH ASSOCIATE/SPECIALIST, Global China Initiative

The Boston University Global Development Policy (GDP) Center seeks a Communications and Outreach Associate/Specialist to assist in monitoring and executing communications strategies across media relations, digital media, email marketing and stakeholder outreach for its Global China Initiative (GCI).

The GDP Center is a University-wide research center that works to advance policy-oriented research for financial stability, human well-being and environmental sustainability. To fulfill that mission, we conduct rigorous policy research; provide a convening place for scholars and stakeholders; engage in policy dialogue with policymakers, civil society and reporters; and offer experiential learning for Boston University students.

GCI examines the extent to which Chinese overseas economic activity and engagement with international institutions fosters a more stable, socially inclusive and environmentally sustainable world economy.

The Communications and Outreach Associate will work with the Assistant Director for Communications and Outreach and the Program Manager for GCI to:

• Develop strategies and outreach plans for English and Chinese language audiences for GCI research products, webinars, commentary and database updates;
• Monitor and track media coverage for GCI projects and curate press lists;
• Support management of English and Chinese social media accounts, including drafting and scheduling posts;
• Craft engaging emails to subscribers in English and Chinese;
• Design/support creation of multimedia, such as infographics, social media flyers and videos in English and Chinese;
• Draft summary blog posts in English and Chinese;
• Update the English and Chinese versions of the website to add new publications and events;
• Conduct promotional outreach and craft outreach strategies for relevant stakeholders, including Chinese-language policymakers and audiences;
• Serve as key conduit for sharing research and information with Chinese partners and target audiences;
• Monitor Chinese policy dates and events, identify potential policy points of entry for research and experts;
• Organize logistics of on-campus events and meetings under supervision;
• Organize events and workshops in China and elsewhere under supervision;
• Coordinate with external partners on joint events and initiatives;
• Manage the translation process for GCI publications and review Chinese language translations for quality control.

Qualifications:

• Fluency in Chinese and strong proficiency in English are required;
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, PR, or related field; Master’s degree preferred;
• Interest in global development policy and topics such as China, global economic governance, energy, climate, biodiversity and international finance is a plus;
• Ability to complete assigned projects and tasks independently;
• Understanding of current events and politics;
• Strong writing and editing skills;
• Basic experience and interest working in research/policy-oriented communications;
• Experience using WordPress to update websites;
• Experience handling professional social media accounts, including Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Weibo, BiliBili and WeChat;
• Experience with apps such as Hubspot, Mailchimp, Canva, etc.;
• Experience working with Cision or comparable public relations management software, or desire to learn;
• Experience conducting outreach to policymakers, especially in China;
• Familiarity with work productivity tools such as Microsoft 365, InDesign, Adobe Suite, Monday, and online meeting technology.

Please submit your application by April 15 for priority screening. We will continue to review applications on a rolling basis after this date.

Apply here.

This position is based in Boston, MA.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.