Overview
Under the general direction of the Edward Jones Dean, the Marketing and Communications Manager for the Chaifetz School of Business will collaborate on the development of the Schools unique brand while executing internal and external communications strategies with stakeholders to elevate the organizations profile. The Manager will work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and corporate partners on behalf of the School and, in conjunction with the Saint Louis University Division of Marketing and Communications, to ensure consistency in all marketing and communications properties that maximize impact. The manager will be responsible for implementing marketing strategies developed in conjunction with CSB staff and University Marketing, team management, and direct tactical execution to ensure comprehensive and high-quality marketing and communications initiatives that advance Chaifetz School priorities.
 

• Proactively develop multi-channel marketing and communication plans, partnering with Marcom division and the Chaifetz School Units and divisions, including market and competitive insights, brand strategy, audience/persons, key messages, channels, timing and measurement
• Oversee all external and internal marketing and communications, including web pages, social media, presentations, program collateral, signage, annual reports, newsletters, print and digital advertising and other marketing materials
• Lead the Chaifetz Schools marketing and communications team, including the marketing specialist, prioritizing and delegating work, monitoring progress and evaluating outcomes to ensure the team produces a high-volume of high-quality work products
• Manage executive communication for Chaifetz School leadership, authoring of public remarks, presentations and written communications for internal and external stakeholders
• Direct media buying and paid advertising strategy and execution on behalf of the School, in conjunction with the Universitys MarCom Division
• Oversee strategy and content development on 400+ webpages on slu.edu/business by working with Marcom and within the existing University content management system and web page templates
• Support event promotion and execution, including the Edward Jones Deans
• Breakfast Series and other School-wide and Center events
• Coordinate with external vendors, negotiating contracts, managing budgets and overseeing projects for adherence to University and School brand standards
• Work with the Chaifetz School Business Manager to manage the Chaifetz School budget for advertising, marketing and communications, directing, evaluating and prioritizing spending
• Serve as a member of the Chaifetz School leadership team, advising senior leadership on best practices in marketing and communication on behalf of the organization
• Fulfill other duties as assigned

• Bachelors degree in marketing, communications or similar discipline with 5-7 years of experience
• 1 year of supervisory experience
• Strong written communication skills
• Knowledge of best practices in marketing and communication across various mediums and channels
• Outstanding attention to detail
• Strong ability to coordinate multiple projects, prioritize work and direct employees in a rapidly-changing workplace
• Organizational and time-management skills for meeting deadlines in a fast-pace environment

• Prior experience working in higher education
• 3+ years of management experience in progressively responsible roles
• MBA or Masters degree in communications, marketing or related field

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Saint Louis University(SLU) is a private, co-educational Jesuit university located in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. Founded in 1818 by the Most Reverend Louis Guillaume Valentin Dubourg SLU is the oldest university west of the Mississippi River. The University has campuses in St. Louis, Mo. and Madrid, Spain. SLU values academic excellence, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service. For nearly 200 years, the University has gone beyond teaching facts and figures, encouraging students to form ideas and identities. Today, SLU students are nearly 14,000 strong. The University has invested vast resources to advance academic programs and enhance the student experience. SLU also is a major research institution where premier researchers tackle local and global challenges. And the University's commitment to community service has earned it national acclaim and bolstered its status as a character-building college.

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