Saturday 2 February 2013

Communications Coordinator - The American University in Cairo

Employer    The American University in Cairo
Job Title     Communications Coordinator, Gerhart Center for Philanthropy and Civic Engagement
Country     Egypt
Job Category    Marketing, Media
Job Type    Full Time
Description      Principal Accountabilities: — Developing an annual communications plan for the center — Branding and positioning the Gerhart Center in Egypt and the region as a reference point on civic engagement and philanthropy, including the introduction of new social media channels and communicating major events to the local media — Updating and improving regularly the Centers website — Working with the centers different programs on their publications including but not limited to: Brochures, Events announcements, Events Invitations — Writing and Publishing quarterly the centers newsletter — Update and manage the centers Facebook page and Twitter account — Writing press releases in Arabic and English to promote specific events, and raise awareness around philanthropy and civic engagement. — Managing and overseeing the Center publications, from manuscript to printing — Supervising the work of IT/Communications Assistant — Maintaining and updating the Centers contacts database — Assisting with organization of public lectures, workshops, program launch events and conferences (on and off campus). — Representing the center In AUCs Communications Council
Qualifications    Minimum education requirement: University degree, with relevant training desirable. Experience: • 5 to 8 years of relevant work experience. • Experience in organizing training programs and in marketing and outreach.
Gender    Any
Experience    6 - 9 Years.
Other Skills    • Strong written and verbal communication skills in Arabic & English (French is a plus). • Ability to achieve independently and to work in a team and thrives in a fast-paced environment. • Excellent understanding of social media, as well as the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines. • Good working knowledge of office computer applications. • Ability to travel in the region and internationally.
Salary (L.E.)    Negotiable 
Job Contact Info.    hr4@aucegypt.edu