Hybrid Public Engagement & Partnerships Manager

C001 New Jersey Institute of Technology; United States; Híbrido; USD 79.000 - 148.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) seeks a Manager of External Affairs to lead public engagement for major agency initiatives such as the Long Range Transportation Plan, and to represent the agency at external meetings, conferences, and events. The role involves updating the Public Engagement Plan, coordinating across 13 counties, and guiding innovative outreach efforts.

The position requires six years in communications/public policy fields, strong writing and speaking skills, and the

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public policy, or related field.
• Six years of relevant experience in communications, journalism, public policy, planning, or related fields.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with experience presenting at meetings and events, and engaging the public.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work well independently, as well as collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Project management experience.

Responsabilidades

• Leading agency public engagement efforts, including coordinating outreach across 13 counties for the quadrennial Long Range Transportation Plan update.
• Serving as project manager for consultant-supported efforts related to public engagement.
• Representing the agency at external meetings and events including professional conferences, county transportation advisory board meetings, NJ TRANSIT board meetings, and other partner agency meetings and events.
• Pursuing innovative outreach and communications strategies; maintaining and updating the Public Engagement Plan and ensuring initiatives align with the plan’s requirements.
• Planning and staffing outreach events, including efforts focused on engaging traditionally underrepresented populations.
• Overseeing the UpNext North Jersey young adult advisory group, including planning events, finding opportunities to involve the group in NJTPA-funded planning work, and drafting a monthly newsletter.
• Coordinating the Morris Canal Working Group in collaboration with the Canal Society of NJ and other partners.
• Working with staff in the Communications & Public Affairs division, as needed, to create videos, social media content, and publications, as well as presentations, scripts, posters, and other materials to support the agency’s work.
• Reviewing and editing materials related to public outreach.

Conocimientos

Public engagement

Project management

Public speaking

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Cross-functional teamwork

Educación

Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public policy, or related field

Descripción del empleo

New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) seeks a Manager of External Affairs to lead public engagement for major agency initiatives such as the Long Range Transportation Plan, and to represent the agency at external meetings, conferences, and events. The role involves updating the Public Engagement Plan, coordinating across 13 counties, and guiding innovative outreach efforts.

The position requires six years in communications/public policy fields, strong writing and speaking skills, and the