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Department: School of International Service
Time Type: Part time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Description:
Summary: The Office Assistant will work with the Program Coordinator for the School of International Service’s Ethics, Peace and Human Rights, Intercultural and International Communication, and International Peace and Conflict Resolution programs. The Office Assistant will carry out administrative, communications, marketing, and event tasks. This includes developing biweekly newsletters, designing event promotional materials, creating social media posts, and researching job opportunities for current students.
Essential Functions:
- Assist with data management including developing systems.
- Research program alumni.
- Assist with event logistics such as maintaining registration list, creating event webpage, and/or running technology for virtual events.
- Research and compile relevant professional development and employment opportunities for program students.
- Use social media to promote events and programs.
- As applicable, assist with marketing campaigns and website maintenance.
- Other duties as determined by the Program Team.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
- Part-time.
- 10 hours per week.
Salary Range: $18.40 - $18.50 per hour.
Required Education and Experience:
- Strong written communication skills.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Ability to work self-sufficiently on assigned tasks.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Graphic design skills and social media management skills are a plus.
- Experience with Canva and Eventbrite are strongly preferred.
- Commitment to develop accessible materials for diverse graduate student body.
- Candidates are invited to include a link to portfolio/graphic design work samples in application materials.
Other Details
- This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
- Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- American University is an E-Verify employer.
- Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.
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