Student Hourly - Outreach Student Coordinator
Position Overview
Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics
Outreach Student Coordinator
Outreach Student Coordinator
The Dole Institute of Politics hosts a variety of programs during the academic year, such as political discussions, interview sessions, and roundtable discussions. We are currently hiring one Outreach Student Coordinator to support outreach efforts for the Institute’s programs and Student Advisory Board (SAB).
The Outreach Student Coordinator will assist with promoting Dole Institute activities, such as student programming, SAB membership, and community involvement. This position will also work closely with the Communications and Marketing Intern to enhance the Dole Institute’s on-campus presence through strategic outreach efforts.
This position will work under the supervision of the Director of Programs and Student Affairs and in close collaboration with the Communications and Marketing Intern, SAB Student Coordinator, P&P Student Coordinator, and Discussion Group Coordinators.
It's required to be a current, active SAB member to apply for this position.
Job Description
- Supports outreach efforts for Dole Institute programs and the Student Advisory Board (SAB)
- In collaboration with the Communications and Marketing Intern, leads outreach and marketing for the Dole Institute’s Student Advisory Board
- Brainstorms and executes new ideas for student outreach and recruitment
- Post events to Rock Chalk Central
- Assists with maintenance of all official SAB social media accounts
- Provides an SAB membership presence at campus events, including tabling for internal events (Discussion Groups, Pizza and Politics, and SAB programs) and KU events (Unionfest, Hawk Week)
- Helps with Flyering in strategic locations
- Draft emails for the Discussion Groups and Pizza and Politics outreach lists
- Grow and maintain outreach lists for the SAB
- Leads efforts to enhance on-campus presence and awareness, including meeting with student organizations and maintaining relationships with campus groups
- Collaborates regularly with student workers to plan strategic outreach for student events, opportunities, and awards
- Perform other duties as needed
Required Qualifications
- Current enrollment in at least 6 credits in an undergraduate or graduate program at the University of Kansas.
- Thorough knowledge of the KU campus community, including student groups and academic units, as evidenced by application materials
- Knowledge and past participation in the Dole Institute’s Student Advisory Board
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, as evidenced by application materials
- Work experience that required creativity, attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and self-motivation
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience managing social accounts, including design standards for various platforms
- One year experience with Canva and Microsoft Office programs
- Eligible for Federal Work Study
Additional Candidate Instructions
Instructions for Applying:
Applications and attached documents must be submitted electronically through the KU Human Resources website. For more information and to apply go to: https://jobs.ku.edu and search the “Student Hourly” positions. Applications should include:
Application review begins Monday, April 1, 2024 and will continue until a pool of qualified applicants is received.
Applications and attached documents must be submitted electronically through the KU Human Resources website. For more information and to apply go to: https://jobs.ku.edu and search the “Student Hourly” positions. Applications should include:
- A cover letter including a brief statement of interest and an assessment of skills related to the required and preferred qualifications.
- A resume or curriculum vitae.
Application review begins Monday, April 1, 2024 and will continue until a pool of qualified applicants is received.
Contact Information to Applicants
Sarah Stacy, sarahstacy@ku.edu, (785) 864-4900
Advertised Salary Range
$11.00/hr
Work Schedule
3-7 hours per week; flexibility in scheduling Monday-Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., available Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday late afternoons/evenings for events as needed
Anticipated Start Date
Monday April 22, 2024