University of Arizona
Position Highlights
Communications Consultant III – Arizona International (AZI). This position plays a key role in advancing AZI’s strategic goals by ensuring consistent, compelling, and data‑informed communication across audiences, including prospective and current students, alumni, and institutional partners.
Duties & Responsibilities
Plan and execute a wide variety of communications for all AZI audiences across internal and external channels and formats, including news articles, email communications, and social media.
Lead communications for the International Alumni Network.
Collaborate closely with AZI subunit leads, campus communications staff, and external partners to ensure consistent messaging and accuracy.
Partner with the AZI Special Projects team on producing reports and requests for information.
Lead or work with a team on all stages of creating written communications for AZI and its subunits: news articles, speeches, webpages, brochures, event materials, and other communications as needed.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of the annual social media content management plans for optimal audience engagement.
Offer guidance to staff working on communications for AZI and assist in drafting and editing various types of materials.
Develop and implement a comprehensive communication strategy to engage international alumni, create a coordinated calendar, and coordinate messaging across platforms (email, social media, etc.).
Create content to highlight alumni achievements and strengthen global alumni networks.
Facilitate meaningful connections with international alumni through targeted communications, segmenting audiences for personalized outreach, event support, and monitoring engagement metrics to adjust strategies as needed.
Coordinate, research, and prepare reports, executive briefs, annual reports, proposals, presentations, business plans, information summaries, country reports, and responses to requests for information.
Monitor communication outcomes, engagement analytics, and key performance indicators to inform strategic decision‑making and improve future outreach.
Provide mentorship and oversight to student employees or interns assisting with communications projects.
Provide backup support to the Director of International Marketing and Communications as needed, including assisting with strategic planning, project oversight, and team coordination during periods of absence or high workload.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Exemplary written communication skills across a variety of formats.
Strong planning skills aligned with AZI strategic goals.
Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with stakeholders and key audiences.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and guide others in communication best practices.
Ability to craft compelling narratives that support institutional priorities and resonate with various audiences.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, deadlines, and shifting priorities.
Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency.
Strong proofreading and editing skills.
Strong project management skills.
Ability to use content management systems, marketing automation systems, and data management systems.
Ability to interpret communication metrics, engagement data, and feedback to inform strategy.
Demonstrated excellence in writing, editing, and storytelling for multiple audiences and platforms, including web, print, and social media.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus five years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of demonstrable skills and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a university environment, preferably in international education, alumni engagement, or advancement communications.
Experience collaborating with senior leadership or contributing to strategic communication planning.
Experience using web content management systems (such as Drupal, WordPress) and marketing automation tools (such as Slate, Salesforce, or Mailchimp).
Experience developing or implementing a content strategy and editorial calendar.
Experience working with international partners and audiences.
Experience in visual communication, graphic design, or basic multimedia content creation (video, photography, or design).
Benefits Outstanding University of Arizona benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to recreation and cultural activities; and more.
Compensation Salary: $65,687 – $85,393 per year (FTE 1.0). Full‑time position. Grade 9.
Other Job Information
FLSA: Exempt
Job Category: Communication and Marketing
Benefits Eligible: Yes – Full Benefits
Type of Criminal Background Check Required: Name‑based criminal background check (non‑security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Target Hire Date: 11/21/2025
Contact Information for Candidates: Daniel Vander Ploeg (dvanderp@arizona.edu)
Documents Needed to Apply: Resume, Cover Letter, and Two Additional Documents (two writing samples demonstrating clear, engaging, strategic communications for mixed audiences – at least one reflecting professional or institutional voice).
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries Higher Education
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Duties & Responsibilities
Plan and execute a wide variety of communications for all AZI audiences across internal and external channels and formats, including news articles, email communications, and social media.
Lead communications for the International Alumni Network.
Collaborate closely with AZI subunit leads, campus communications staff, and external partners to ensure consistent messaging and accuracy.
Partner with the AZI Special Projects team on producing reports and requests for information.
Lead or work with a team on all stages of creating written communications for AZI and its subunits: news articles, speeches, webpages, brochures, event materials, and other communications as needed.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of the annual social media content management plans for optimal audience engagement.
Offer guidance to staff working on communications for AZI and assist in drafting and editing various types of materials.
Develop and implement a comprehensive communication strategy to engage international alumni, create a coordinated calendar, and coordinate messaging across platforms (email, social media, etc.).
Create content to highlight alumni achievements and strengthen global alumni networks.
Facilitate meaningful connections with international alumni through targeted communications, segmenting audiences for personalized outreach, event support, and monitoring engagement metrics to adjust strategies as needed.
Coordinate, research, and prepare reports, executive briefs, annual reports, proposals, presentations, business plans, information summaries, country reports, and responses to requests for information.
Monitor communication outcomes, engagement analytics, and key performance indicators to inform strategic decision‑making and improve future outreach.
Provide mentorship and oversight to student employees or interns assisting with communications projects.
Provide backup support to the Director of International Marketing and Communications as needed, including assisting with strategic planning, project oversight, and team coordination during periods of absence or high workload.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Exemplary written communication skills across a variety of formats.
Strong planning skills aligned with AZI strategic goals.
Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with stakeholders and key audiences.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and guide others in communication best practices.
Ability to craft compelling narratives that support institutional priorities and resonate with various audiences.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, deadlines, and shifting priorities.
Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency.
Strong proofreading and editing skills.
Strong project management skills.
Ability to use content management systems, marketing automation systems, and data management systems.
Ability to interpret communication metrics, engagement data, and feedback to inform strategy.
Demonstrated excellence in writing, editing, and storytelling for multiple audiences and platforms, including web, print, and social media.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus five years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of demonstrable skills and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a university environment, preferably in international education, alumni engagement, or advancement communications.
Experience collaborating with senior leadership or contributing to strategic communication planning.
Experience using web content management systems (such as Drupal, WordPress) and marketing automation tools (such as Slate, Salesforce, or Mailchimp).
Experience developing or implementing a content strategy and editorial calendar.
Experience working with international partners and audiences.
Experience in visual communication, graphic design, or basic multimedia content creation (video, photography, or design).
Benefits Outstanding University of Arizona benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to recreation and cultural activities; and more.
Compensation Salary: $65,687 – $85,393 per year (FTE 1.0). Full‑time position. Grade 9.
Other Job Information
FLSA: Exempt
Job Category: Communication and Marketing
Benefits Eligible: Yes – Full Benefits
Type of Criminal Background Check Required: Name‑based criminal background check (non‑security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Target Hire Date: 11/21/2025
Contact Information for Candidates: Daniel Vander Ploeg (dvanderp@arizona.edu)
Documents Needed to Apply: Resume, Cover Letter, and Two Additional Documents (two writing samples demonstrating clear, engaging, strategic communications for mixed audiences – at least one reflecting professional or institutional voice).
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries Higher Education
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