Director of Marketing & Partnerships, Greater Good Science Center (7555U) 28045

Director of Marketing & Partnerships, Greater Good Science Center (7555U) 28045

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We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our https://strategicplan.berkeley.edu/guiding-values-and-principles/, our https://diversity.berkeley.edu/principles-community, and https://strategicplan.berkeley.edu/https://strategicplan.berkeley.edu

Departmental Overview

The Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley (GGSC) studies the psychology, sociology, and neuroscience of well-being and teaches skills that foster a thriving, resilient, and compassionate society. Since 2001, it has provided a bridge between researchers and the public, producing a range of events, trainings, and multimedia resources that combine science and storytelling, including its award-winning online magazine, Greater Good.

We are looking for collaborative and resourceful Director of Marketing and Partnerships who is excited to work at the intersection of journalism, science, and well-being. They will help us amplify our efforts to turn research into practical resources that foster personal happiness, stronger relationships, and a more compassionate society.

The Director of Marketing and Partnerships occupies a unique and pivotal place within our organization: They are (for now) the only full-time member of our marketing team, but they will work closely with every other department head in the GGSC. They are primarily responsible for ensuring that the GGSC's varied programs and content—including Greater Good, our popular podcast (The Science of Happiness), online courses, public events, and other major initiatives—all reach a wide and diverse audience (more than 1 million people each month). They also lead our efforts to raise our public profile and increase our impact through social media, organizational partnerships, and media coverage.

The ideal candidate has strong experience in content distribution and digital marketing, especially on social media. They will develop a marketing strategy for GGSC content and programs, working in collaboration with (and reporting to) the GGSC's executive director. They will also work closely with the GGSC's editorial team to keep up with our daily website content while identifying longer-term audience trends and opportunities. We are particularly interested in candidates representing diverse backgrounds and perspectives, who can advance our efforts to engage more diverse partners and audiences.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: December 23, 2021

Responsibilities

Content Distribution:

• Distribute all GGSC content—including articles, videos, and The Science of Happiness podcast—widely through a range of digital and other channels, including email newsletters, social media, and syndication partnerships with other platforms and media outlets.

• Lead and elevate the GGSC's social media presence—particularly on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram—which includes developing a strategy across platforms, expanding the GGSC's base of followers, regularly posting GGSC and other content, and tracking metrics.

• Manage the GGSC's email newsletters, which feature all Greater Good content and GGSC programs.

• Develop content partnerships with other programs and organizations, with a particular focus on (a) getting GGSC content into the hands of professionals who can apply it in different sectors, including education, health care, and business, and (b) capitalizing on revenuegenerating opportunities.

Marketing Strategy & Audience Development:

• Develop short-term and long-range marketing plans and develop annual marketing budget in coordination with the GGSC Executive Director.

• Develop strategy for communications campaigns for specific GGSC initiatives, working with a mix of GGSC program staff and contractors on execution.

• Conduct audience research and lead an annual survey of Greater Good's readership, to determine how we can best serve, expand, and diversify our audience, including for revenue-generating opportunities.

• Track and analyze metrics of success—including website and newsletter data, audience feedback through surveys and testimonials, and social media metrics—to help shape the direction and content of our programs, with an ethos of continuous improvement to ensure that the GGSC is learning from past efforts to improve its work moving forward. Deliver regular reports to staff.

• Pitch the GGSC's work to major media outlets and respond to incoming media requests.

• Maintain the GGSC's database of partners and other contacts relevant to marketing activities.

• Update the GGSC's organizational website (ggsc.berkeley.edu) and ensure consistent branding of the GGSC across its platforms.

Required Qualifications

• At least five years of experience in marketing/communications

• Knowledge of marketing principles and best practices, particularly in the fields of publishing and journalism

• Strong social media skills and knowledge of best practices to maximize social media engagement

• Understanding of best practices in digital marketing and audience development

• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills

• Strong project management and problem-solving skills

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of market research techniques

• Experience and comfort with content management and e-newsletter platforms (e.g., Mailchimp or similar), as well as with Google Analytics

• Experience with Salesforce or a similar CRM platform strongly preferred

• Experience with event promotion strongly preferred

• Affinity for the GGSC's mission and programs strongly preferred

Salary & Benefits

This is a monthly paid (exempt) position. Annual salary is commensurate with experience within the range of $86,000 - $91,000.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit:

https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume as a single attachment when applying.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant see:

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf

For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see:

http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct

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