Integrated Projects Specialist, Communications & Marketing

Vanderbilt University; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt University is seeking a Project Manager, Integrated Projects within the Communications and Marketing division. The role focuses on planning and development of ongoing and long-term projects across divisions, coordinating day-to-day tasks, and collaborating with university leadership.

The ideal candidate has strong project-management skills, experience with project timelines, and the ability to draft talking points or proposals as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• At least five years of related work experience.
• Experience managing multiple and varied projects to meet deadlines and goals.
• Higher education experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day projects and project details for assigned teams, ensuring deliverables are on target and on schedule.
• Plan, manage and coordinate projects from large institution-wide to smaller, audience-specific initiatives.
• Track ongoing projects and provide regular status updates to leadership.
• Coordinate with university partners to clarify communications and marketing needs via a rigorous intake process.
• Develop metrics to track and evaluate project performance as needed.
• Gather approvals and share updates with team members and leaders.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Prioritization

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Wrike

Job description

Vanderbilt University is seeking a Project Manager, Integrated Projects within the Communications and Marketing division. The role focuses on planning and development of ongoing and long-term projects across divisions, coordinating day-to-day tasks, and collaborating with university leadership.

The ideal candidate has strong project-management skills, experience with project timelines, and the ability to draft talking points or proposals as needed.