DISC: Job Opening at American Councils

[HumanResources HumanResources]

Marketing Coordinator
Russian and Eurasian Outbound Programs
Washington, DC

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

Position Description

SUMMARY:
The Outbound Marketing Coordinator will be charged with developing and carrying out a comprehensive promotional strategy for American Councils study abroad programs in Russia and Eurasia.  He/she will work closely with the outbound staff and American Councils senior management to design print and electronic materials, to recruit and train program alumni to speak about American Councils programs at their local campuses, to update and develop website materials, and to make public presentations.  The position will require close attention to detail, the ability to handle multiple tasks and work independently, and a readiness to communicate with diverse groups of people. While knowledge of marketing strategies will be an important plus for any candidate, an extensive understanding of U.S. academic culture and study abroad in Russia and/or Eurasia will be critical to the position.  Some travel may be required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
§	Coordinates with American Councils outbound staff and senior management to design and carry out a comprehensive promotional strategy for American Councils programs, including print and electronic advertising;
§	Develops a network of alumni volunteers to promote American Councils programs at their local campuses throughout U.S.; 
§	Develops new advertising materials for study abroad programs in Russia and Eurasia;
§	Develops materials for and updates website;
§	Conducts informational presentations for students, study abroad administrators, and faculty;
§	Responds to telephone calls and e-mail inquiries; assists in daily operation of outbound office;
§	Regularly attends outbound activities, including orientation sessions, to develop a comprehensive understanding of American Councils study abroad programs; 
§	Assists in writing and preparation of reports and grant proposals.

QUALIFICATIONS:
§	BA required; MA preferred;
§	Study abroad experience in Russia, preferably on an American Councils Program;
§	Strong written and oral communication skills in English; strong proficiency in speaking and writing Russian;
§	Ability to communicate effectively with students, teachers, faculty, study abroad administrators, and parents;
§	Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
§	Ability to work independently while contributing to overall team effort;
§	Experience in creating marketing and advertising strategies strongly preferred;
§	Public speaking or teaching experience;
§	Experience working with websites preferred;
Supervisory experience preferred.

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