Annual Giving & Alumni Relations – Social Media & Events Specialist (FWS/NFWS)Job LocationPhoen[...]

Grand Canyon University; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading university in Phoenix is seeking a student employee to engage the community through social media and fundraising efforts. Responsibilities include graphic design, campaign execution, and alumni relations. Candidates must be enrolled full-time and maintain a certain GPA. This role offers an opportunity to develop skills in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at GCU as a full-time student.
• Retain a minimum GPA of 2.0 as a Bachelor or 3.0 as a Master student.
• Maintain good financial and academic standing with the University.

Responsibilities

• Connect and engage the GCU community through campaigns.
• Manage social media content from creation to scheduling.
• Provide administrative support and all other duties.

Skills

Proficiency in Canva & Hootsuite

Management of social media content

Time management and multitasking

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Desire for customer service

Education

Enrolled as a full-time student in a Bachelor's or Master's program

Job description

Position Summary/Purpose

The purpose of this position is to connect, support and engage the GCU community philanthropically through branded content, fundraising campaigns and events.

Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities/Essential Functions

• Graphic design
• Creative vision for Alumni & GCU Seniors social media
• Assist with executing alumni and fundraising campaigns and events
• Respond to alumni requests via phone and email
• Assist in philanthropically engaging students, staff and faculty, friends of GCU and Alumni
• Provide administrative support & all other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Canva & Hootsuite
• Ability to manage social media content from start to finish, including selecting photos, writing engaging captions, and scheduling posts across platforms.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as in a team environment
• Outstanding ability to manage time and handle multiple tasks and priorities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Desire to provide phenomenal customer service experiences
• Superior email and telephone skills
• Ability to work both on-campus and off-site events

Experience/Education

Grand Canyon University is committed to a student first policy. Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment:

• Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s program or a Master’s program
• Retain a 2.0 GOA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student
• Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University

You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements.

Pay Rate: Minimum Wage

Anticipated End Date: June 30, 2027

Number of Openings: 1

Manager: Sr. Director of Annual Giving & Alumni Relations