Communications & Engagement Specialist, WRI Ross Center Prize for Cities

The Communications & Engagement Specialist at WRI Ross Center for Cities will develop and implement strategies to promote the Prize for Cities, a global competition for urban projects. Responsibilities include managing communications, engaging stakeholders, and supporting events. Candidates should have a relevant degree and at least 5 years of experience in communications and urban development. The role offers a hybrid working model with flexible hours and various benefits.
About the position

The Communications & Engagement Specialist at the WRI Ross Center for Cities will play a crucial role in promoting the Prize for Cities, a global competition aimed at celebrating transformative urban projects. This position involves developing and implementing comprehensive communication and engagement strategies to foster a global network of urban change-makers, manage key stakeholder relationships, and support the Prize's mission through various public events and publications. The role requires a dynamic individual with a strong background in communications, project management, and urban development.

Responsibilities
• Develop and drive implementation of a communications and engagement strategy for the Prize.
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• Manage the Prize's major communications and engagement assets, including CRM, website, social media, and email marketing.
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• Write, edit, and manage internal and external communications about the Prize, including blogs, press releases, and newsletters.
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• Develop and implement communication and engagement activities to drive high-quality submissions to the Prize.
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• Cultivate and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including the Prize Jury and Advisory Council.
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• Help build a community of change-makers and maintain a cohort of Prize finalists.
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• Support the Global Communications team in tracking and analyzing performance metrics for communications activities.
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• Advance the Prize's mission through public events, conferences, and publications.

Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in sustainable urban development, international studies, environmental science, public policy/administration, urban planning, economics, geography, political science, history, or related field.
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• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in research and engagement activities.
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• Strong research skills and ability to synthesize and interpret case study information.
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• Excellent writing, database management, and proofreading skills.
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• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and project management tools.
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• Demonstrated creativity, resourcefulness, and initiative.
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• Detail-oriented and organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
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• Knowledge of urban development, planning, and sustainability issues.
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• Excellent inter-personal communication skills and ability to work in a team.
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• Fluency in English; additional language skills are a plus.

Nice-to-haves
• Experience in UX/UI design.
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• Knowledge of social media analytics and engagement strategies.

Benefits
• Access to the WRI global network for professional development.
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• Impactful career development opportunities within a mission-driven organization.
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• Diversity and inclusion initiatives at the workplace.
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• Hybrid working model with flexible hours.
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• Generous leave days that increase with tenure.
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• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with retirement plan access.