Communications Specialist, Program in American Grand Strategy, Sanford School of Public Policy

Communications Specialist, Program in American Grand Strategy, Sanford School of Public Policy As the Communications Specialist for the Duke Program in American Grand Strategy (AGS) within the Sanford School of Public Policy, you will support program initiatives and manage day‑to‑day communications for a nationally recognized academic program. Responsibilities General Communications (25%) Develop and disseminate promotional materials, including press releases, announcements, event flyers, post‑event write‑ups, and audio‑visual content. Assist with the creation and implementation of communications strategies in collaboration with the Program Coordinator. Create and distribute regular newsletters and updates, including a weekly email blast of program events and news to alumni and the broader AGS network. Maintain and update the program website, including content creation, basic design, functionality, and integration with multimedia and social media platforms. Maintain contact lists and communications databases. Draft and disseminate the program's annual report. Social Media (30%) Develop and implement social media strategy, including supporting or supervising student interns as applicable. Maintain, monitor, and update AGS social media accounts. Create original social media content, including stories, photographs, graphics, event promotions, course advertising, and post‑event audio‑visual content such as recordings and podcasts. Finances (15%) Process expenses and invoices related to program activities. Contribute to grant proposals and applications and support compliance with funder policies and procedures. Monitor, verify, and reconcile expenditures of budgeted funds. Event and Programmatic Support (30%) Create and maintain event registrations and listings on the website and relevant university platforms. Coordinate outreach, advertising, and co‑sponsorship with campus partners, alumni, and external stakeholders. Arrange and manage bookings and contracts related to program activities. Provide on‑site support for events and programs, including setup and breakdown, participant check‑in, and assisting visiting speakers and other VIPs. Take photographs and videos of program activities for use in promotional materials, social media, and reporting. Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree required. Experience One year of related experience in advertising, marketing, media, promotions, or public relations, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. Demonstrated ability or experience in content creation, graphic design, website administration, social media, and/or audio‑visual media. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with local and remote partners. Ability to interact effectively with students, faculty, staff, alumni, visiting dignitaries, and donors. Interest in and understanding of U.S. foreign policy or military affairs is desirable. Additional qualifications may include experience with grant proposal writing and compliance, event coordination, and data management. Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer: Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status. Anticipated Pay Range Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $44,766.00 to USD $71,706.00. Benefits Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family‑friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Essential Physical Job Functions Essential job functions may include specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and reasonable accommodations can be requested with Duke Access and Accommodations Services. Work Hours and Schedule Flexible work hours are required, including occasional evening and weekend events and field trips. #J-18808-Ljbffr Duke Clinical Research Institute