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Wichita State University Communications Specialist - Public Policy and Management Center in Wichita, Kansas

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Job Story

We need a wordsmith with a passion for telling stories that resonate! Do you excel at juggling deadlines, managing creative projects, and crafting professional, polished communication pieces? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you with our team! The Public Policy and Management Center (PPMC) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that works with the public and private sectors to conduct research, evaluation, training, and community development.\ \ This role is the heartbeat of the PPMC\'s communication efforts, connecting the dots between our teams, our community, and the broader audience. Youll be the architect of our storytelling, highlighting the incredible impact our work has on communities across the region. From designing marketing materials to managing digital content and social media, youll have the chance to shape our voice and messaging in powerful, meaningful ways.\ \ As the go-to editor, proofreader, and style guide guru, youll ensure every piece of contentwhether its internal updates or public-facing reportsmeets the highest standards of quality and professionalism. Collaborating closely with leadership and peers, youll balance schedules, drive timelines, and keep everyone on track while championing our mission through visually and verbally compelling communication.\ \ This role offers a dynamic mix of responsibilities, from managing digital content and leading marketing strategy to reviewing research proposals and finalizing reports. Youll need to be adaptable, organized, and ready to jump into multiple projects at once, ensuring everything flows smoothly through your process. With your ability to prioritize, motivate others, and bring stories to life, youll help us show the world the incredible work happening here.\ \ If youre ready to make an impact with your words, your strategy, and your creativity, join us to help how we communicate with the world. This isnt just a jobits a chance to create a lasting narrative for our center and the communities we serve. Lets tell the story together!

Job Duties

50%- Editing and working on final approvals for proposals timeline creation, routing them through the project management system.\ 40%- Design and create public facing marketing aspects, representing a consistent and cohesive messaging for the center. Including maintaining social media, digital content and websites regularly\ 10%- Creation and management of the internal communications related to team awareness driving deadlines.\ \ This position will be an integral component to the Center\'s community service efforts and will have a lead role in service delivery and maintaining the Center\'s relationships with various federal, state, local government, and nonprofit partners. This position will represent the Center at various seminars, conferences, and meetings, as necessary.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Demonstrated ability with excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite or similar programs
  • Graphic design, formatting, editing, and data visualization skills
  • Ability to handle multiple projects, including competing and sometimes shifting priorities, while maintaining a commitment to high standards
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