External Relations Manager (part-time, 28 hours/week)
Brigham Young University, Provo, UT, United States
External Relations Manager (part-time, 28 hours/week)
The External Relations Manager implements the College of Life Sciences’ external engagement strategy, focusing on strengthening relationships with alumni and donors. The role leads in developing high-impact communications, donor-facing materials, and signature engagement experiences that advance college priorities and deepen alumni and donor connections.
Key Responsibilities
Direct design, production, and distribution of the college’s external relations content.
Oversee development and production of major publications, donor reports, and impact reports; ensure messaging reflects college priorities; align communications with fundraising priorities; manage the college’s brand for external audiences; oversee graphic design; maintain brand identity through strategic messaging and content development.
Lead donor and alumni engagement initiatives.
Develop and manage a portfolio of events, including Grad Bash, tailgates, donor luncheons, and alumni gatherings; enhance donor experience and stewardship efforts; oversee communication, implementation, and evaluation of high-quality, mission-driven experiences.
Maintain brand, design, and editorial standards.
Enforce editorial standards and brand consistency across all materials; oversee visual identity standards; provide editing, content guidance, and design mentoring for external relations content produced by the student team.
Collaborate with college communication teams and departments.
Coordinate with the college communications team and cross-campus initiatives related to alumni and donor relations; collaborate with departments on alumni outreach programs; work with student college ambassadors; perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Dean of Communications.
Qualifications
Required
A firm commitment to BYU's mission.
Bachelor’s degree in communications, English, design, or related field, and two years combined writing and design experience, or five years combined design and writing experience.
Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling ability.
Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills.
Ability to manage complex projects and multiple priorities.
High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
Preferred
Experience managing a team.
Project management experience.
Benefits
401(k) – BYU contributes 8% automatically; matching contributions provided with employee contributions.
Employee Assistance Program – available to employee and household members.
Tuition benefits after two years of employment.
Access to athletic facilities and library.
Free on-campus parking.
Free UTA passes for employee, spouse, and qualified dependents.
Discounts at BYU Store and for many BYU events.
Job Details
Pay Grade: 52. Typical starting pay: $31.25 to $40.50 per hour. Position is part-time (28 hours per week).
Equal Opportunity Employer
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold a current temple recommend.
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The External Relations Manager implements the College of Life Sciences’ external engagement strategy, focusing on strengthening relationships with alumni and donors. The role leads in developing high-impact communications, donor-facing materials, and signature engagement experiences that advance college priorities and deepen alumni and donor connections.
Key Responsibilities
Direct design, production, and distribution of the college’s external relations content.
Oversee development and production of major publications, donor reports, and impact reports; ensure messaging reflects college priorities; align communications with fundraising priorities; manage the college’s brand for external audiences; oversee graphic design; maintain brand identity through strategic messaging and content development.
Lead donor and alumni engagement initiatives.
Develop and manage a portfolio of events, including Grad Bash, tailgates, donor luncheons, and alumni gatherings; enhance donor experience and stewardship efforts; oversee communication, implementation, and evaluation of high-quality, mission-driven experiences.
Maintain brand, design, and editorial standards.
Enforce editorial standards and brand consistency across all materials; oversee visual identity standards; provide editing, content guidance, and design mentoring for external relations content produced by the student team.
Collaborate with college communication teams and departments.
Coordinate with the college communications team and cross-campus initiatives related to alumni and donor relations; collaborate with departments on alumni outreach programs; work with student college ambassadors; perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Dean of Communications.
Qualifications
Required
A firm commitment to BYU's mission.
Bachelor’s degree in communications, English, design, or related field, and two years combined writing and design experience, or five years combined design and writing experience.
Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling ability.
Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills.
Ability to manage complex projects and multiple priorities.
High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
Preferred
Experience managing a team.
Project management experience.
Benefits
401(k) – BYU contributes 8% automatically; matching contributions provided with employee contributions.
Employee Assistance Program – available to employee and household members.
Tuition benefits after two years of employment.
Access to athletic facilities and library.
Free on-campus parking.
Free UTA passes for employee, spouse, and qualified dependents.
Discounts at BYU Store and for many BYU events.
Job Details
Pay Grade: 52. Typical starting pay: $31.25 to $40.50 per hour. Position is part-time (28 hours per week).
Equal Opportunity Employer
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold a current temple recommend.
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