Department: The AbuSulayman Center for Global Islamic Studies Job Category: Part-Time / Hourly Wage Job Type: Part-Time Work Schedule: 20 hours per week Location: Fairfax Telework Friendly: On Site Required Salary:Salary commensurate with education and experience Criminal Background Check: Yes About the Center: The AbuSulayman Center for Global Islamic Studies works to advance a sound and nuanced understanding of Muslim societies and the Islamic faith, its role in world history, and its current patterns of globalization. The Center recognizes that Islam is a universal faith and a world civilization with a global community. Thus, the Center provides a global, rather than regional, framework for exploring Islam. The Center for Global Islamic Studies supports research, interdisciplinary academic programs, and community outreach. By providing educational and research opportunities for students, faculty, and visiting scholars, it is helping develop 21st century leaders with a sophisticated understanding of the complex dynamics that shape Muslim communities worldwide. Position Responsibilities:
- Maintains and updates the Center website in coordination with the College of Humanities and Social Sciences web team;
- Manages the Center's social media presence and listserv;
- Handles publicity for Center activities and video recording and video editing Center events and programs;
- Works with Center leadership and staff to develop public outreach and communications strategies for Center activities using various media;
- Designs and creates digital and print promotional materials for the Center and its programs, projects, and events;
- Provides logistical support and assistance to Center staff during in-person and virtual events, and he/she is expected to be present for in-person events to videorecord the proceedings; and
- Assists with other Center work as needed.
Please note that this is an in-person position. While some meetings and work can be conducted remotely, the candidate must be able to work regularly on George Mason University's Fairfax campus. Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience;
- At least 1 year of relevant training or experience in website, social media, and publicity management;
- Experience with video recording and editing;
- Strong written and oral communication skills;
- Ability to work independently and efficiently to ensure the Center's many events are well-publicized and promoted effectively;
- Flexibility and time-management skills to adapt working hours to the Center's programming needs;
- Knowledge of relevant applications and programs, including Wordpress or similar web management tools, iMovie or other digital editing tools, Mail Chimp, and Constant Contact;
- Self-starter, highly motivated and detail-oriented; and
- Ability to work on-site (not remotely).
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2 or more years of relevant training or experience in web and social media management, publicity, and video recording/editing;
- Familiarity with George Mason University or another higher education work environment;
- Some interest in Islamic Studies or Muslim-majority regions; and
- Previous event experience.
Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, applicants must apply for theCommunications and Outreach Assistantat ; complete and submit the online application; and provide a cover letter, resume, and list of three professional references with contact information.Applicants also have the option to upload publication/materials and a letter of recommendation if applicable in addition to the required documents. Posting Open Date: December 19, 2024 For Full Consideration, Apply by: January 15, 2025 Open Until Filled?: Yes
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