Associate Director, Dolan Communications & Events

Responsibilities

• Primary point of contact for Dolan School of Business signature events and communications to support Dolan strategic initiatives. Oversees the planning, execution, and marketing of Dolan signature events.
• Supports promotion of the Dolan School of Business through written communications, website management, social media, and external relations.
• Responsible for Dolan signature events
• Manages high-profile signature events including the Fairfield Dolan Dean’s Executive Forum speaker series, Dolan Advisor Summit, Dolan Awards Ceremony, graduate events, partner events, and others.
• Coordinates all event logistics including scheduling, catering, contracts, A/V media needs, space reservation, and serve as the onsite support at each event.
• Coordinates events communications including script and agenda writing, targeted invitations, as well as promotions utilizing internal Fairfield platforms and social media.
• Act as a department liaison with University Marketing on projects. Contribute to marketing campaigns, oversee sponsorships, and assist with external relations.
• Identify and submit marketing tickets for banners, foam boards, branded goods, and related promotional materials.
• Post regular content on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram and contribute to Fairfield Dolan social media strategy.
• Maintain updates on the Dolan webpages in coordination with University Marketing.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree is required or equivalent related experience.
• A minimum of five years of experience in program coordination, marketing, and/or customer service is required.
• Proficiency in various computer systems including MS Office, social media platforms (Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.), Canva, Constant Contact, and website management preferred.
• Events management experience managing multilevel projects simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, writing and communication skills are required.