Manager, Public Engagement & External Affairs (Hybrid)

New Jersey Institute of Technology; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

New Jersey Institute of Technology seeks a Manager of External Affairs to lead public engagement for major transportation initiatives and represent the university at external meetings and events. The role oversees the Public Engagement Plan and consultant work, including UpNext North Jersey, with hybrid work in Newark, NJ.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s in communications and at least six years of relevant experience, plus strong public speaking and project management skills to drive

Qualifications

• 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.
• Proven project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead public engagement for major agency initiatives, including the LRTP update.
• Represent the agency at external meetings, conferences and events.
• Update and align the Public Engagement Plan with requirements.
• Manage consultant efforts and oversee innovative outreach initiatives.
• Coordinate outreach across counties and engage underrepresented populations.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Public speaking

Project management

Independent / collaborative

Public engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications

Job description

New Jersey Institute of Technology seeks a Manager of External Affairs to lead public engagement for major transportation initiatives and represent the university at external meetings and events. The role oversees the Public Engagement Plan and consultant work, including UpNext North Jersey, with hybrid work in Newark, NJ.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s in communications and at least six years of relevant experience, plus strong public speaking and project management skills to drive