Communications Manager
University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Fayetteville, North Carolina, United States, 28305
Summary of Job Duties
The Communications Manager of the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative (IFAI) within the University of Arkansas School of Law is responsible for developing, executing, and maintaining a comprehensive communication, outreach, and engagement strategy to increase the visibility and profile of IFAI and its major national initiatives. This includes strategic planning, public relations, and direct outreach through social media, webinars, teleconferences, written materials, public speaking, and attending in-person meetings and events. The Manager also designs and develops external long and short form print and media publications, leads webinars, and publicizes IFAI through social media and web content. The role works directly with Tribal governments, Intertribal organizations, partners, and national media and represents IFAI and the University of Arkansas in public and private settings. Regular long‑distance travel by air or vehicle on behalf of IFAI is required. Regular, reliable, and non‑disruptive attendance and collegial working relationships are essential job duties.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Graphic Design, Marketing, or related field or equivalent professional experience.
Three to five years of focused communications/outreach experience, including social media accounts, website and digital content.
Portfolio demonstrating graphic design skills or experience using industry‑standard software to develop graphics and professional‑quality reports and the ability to explain design choices.
Demonstrated public speaking experience before large audiences on complex matters.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with content management systems (e.g., WordPress), Adobe Creative Suite (e.g., InDesign), and Email platforms (e.g., MailChimp).
Familiarity with agriculture policy, nutrition and/or food systems.
Familiarity or experience working with Tribes, Tribal organizations, and/or Tribal citizens.
Prior experience delivering projects funded by federal or private grants.
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The Communications Manager of the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative (IFAI) within the University of Arkansas School of Law is responsible for developing, executing, and maintaining a comprehensive communication, outreach, and engagement strategy to increase the visibility and profile of IFAI and its major national initiatives. This includes strategic planning, public relations, and direct outreach through social media, webinars, teleconferences, written materials, public speaking, and attending in-person meetings and events. The Manager also designs and develops external long and short form print and media publications, leads webinars, and publicizes IFAI through social media and web content. The role works directly with Tribal governments, Intertribal organizations, partners, and national media and represents IFAI and the University of Arkansas in public and private settings. Regular long‑distance travel by air or vehicle on behalf of IFAI is required. Regular, reliable, and non‑disruptive attendance and collegial working relationships are essential job duties.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Graphic Design, Marketing, or related field or equivalent professional experience.
Three to five years of focused communications/outreach experience, including social media accounts, website and digital content.
Portfolio demonstrating graphic design skills or experience using industry‑standard software to develop graphics and professional‑quality reports and the ability to explain design choices.
Demonstrated public speaking experience before large audiences on complex matters.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with content management systems (e.g., WordPress), Adobe Creative Suite (e.g., InDesign), and Email platforms (e.g., MailChimp).
Familiarity with agriculture policy, nutrition and/or food systems.
Familiarity or experience working with Tribes, Tribal organizations, and/or Tribal citizens.
Prior experience delivering projects funded by federal or private grants.
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