Are you a communications expert passionate about addressing global environmental challenges in the real world? Come work for the Global Water Security Center at the University of Alabama!

We are a small team commissioned to respond to our nation’s need for water and environmental security insights. GWSC works to operationalize water science and translate data into tailored information for decision makers – that means we need a communications wiz to work closely with our analysts and data wonks to make our work impactful. There’s lot to do, and you’ll have the opportunity to play a key role in shaping how GWSC communicates with our stakeholders.

Some of what we’re looking for is below. Read the full job advertisement and apply here.

Skills and Knowledge

Ability to:

• Plan and execute communications and marketing strategies;
• Balance and manage multiple ongoing projects simultaneously with minimal supervision;
• Provide expert advice and guidance to GWSC leadership on communications strategies and tactics to enhance the Center’s reputation and mission;
• Engage in high-level planning around GWSC products and services and how the communications function can support their success;
• Write and edit a wide range of materials, including research briefs, annual reports, opinion articles, website content, blog posts, social media posts, etc.;
• Use advanced storytelling techniques to interpret complex information into a format that is easily understandable by a wide audience;
• Identify and reach out to media contacts to garner media coverage of GWSC’s work, when appropriate, and in collaboration with The University of Alabama’s Division of Strategic Communications;
• Manage the overall brand integrity and creative direction for GWSC collateral, including the GWSC website, presentations, reports, etc., in collaboration with The University of Alabama’s Division of Strategic Communications;
• Develop creative communication methods to attract and retain GWSC clients and data providers, working within specific constraints of communication to primarily U.S. government entities;
• Create or oversee the creation of compelling infographics that support GWSC’s written communication efforts;
• Foster positive, collaborative relationships with a team of professionals within the GWSC, including analysts, graphic designers, programmers, etc.;
• Manage positive relationships with communications vendors;
• Provide hands-on guidance and mentorship for GWSC student workers.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with:

• Adobe Creative Cloud, including Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Spark, etc.
• Social media management, including hands-on experience with a social media management and/or analytics platform; direct experience with Sprinklr preferred
• Advocacy and political communications;
• An environmental or scientific organization, with an understanding of issues related to the environment and water;
• Working with or communicating government agencies (e.g., the Department of Defense, NASA, etc.).