Student Office Assistant

VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY; Villanova (Delaware County); On-site; USD 11,365 - 16,186; Part time

Job summary

A leading university in Delaware County is seeking a Student Office Assistant to manage social media presence and support the Global Interdisciplinary Studies department. The role involves creating engaging content for Instagram, capturing event photos, and assisting with various office tasks. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, creativity, and familiarity with social media platforms. This position offers flexible weekly hours of approximately 10 hours, with a wage of $10.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Strong familiarity with Instagram and basic photo/video editing tools.
• Excellent written communication and visual storytelling skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Availability to attend occasional evening or weekend events.

Responsibilities

• Manage social media presence on Instagram with daily content creation.
• Attend events to capture photos and videos, and upload content.
• Assist in organizing newsletters with event and faculty highlights.
• Collaborate on planning content around academic schedules.
• Support office with administrative tasks such as room booking and data entry.

Skills

Familiarity with Instagram

Photo/video editing skills

Written communication skills

Time management

Creativity

Tools

Canva

CapCut

iMovie

Job description

Student Office Assistant

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Posting Details

• Posting Number: 20255562V
• Position Title: Student Office Assistant
• Posting Type: Student Hours/week: 10
• Eligibility: Work study preferred but open to all students
• Semester 2025-2026 Academic Year
• Location: Garey Hall
• Detailed Work Schedule
• Number of positions: 1
• Department: 317-Dept of Global Interdisciplinary Studies
• Contact Name: Andra Cain
• Contact Phone/Extension: 6105196302

Position Summary Information Job Description Summary: The Student Office & Social Media Assistant will support the department’s outreach and engagement efforts by managing its social media presence, primarily on Instagram. This role involves attending departmental events to capture content, creating and scheduling daily posts and stories, and assisting with general office tasks. The ideal candidate is creative, organized, and enthusiastic about digital communication and growing the department’s social media presence.

• Social Media Content Creation & Management
  • Develop and post engaging daily content (posts, stories, reels) on Instagram.
  • Maintain a consistent visual and editorial style aligned with the department’s branding.
  • Monitor engagement and respond to comments/messages as appropriate.
• Event Coverage
  • Attend departmental events (e.g., lectures, student gatherings, workshops) to take photos and short videos.
  • Edit and upload event content in a timely manner.
• Newsletter Assistance
  • Organize and maintain a list of events, faculty highlights, current student spotlight, and alumni news for the GIS Gazette.
• Planning & Strategy
  • Collaborate with staff, faculty, and Assistant Chair for Critical Languages to plan content around academic calendars, events, and announcements.
  • Maintain a content calendar to ensure regular and strategic posting.
• Office Support
  • Assist with basic administrative tasks such as room booking, data entry, flyer distribution, office maintenance assistance.

Qualifications

• Strong familiarity with Instagram and basic photo/video editing tools (e.g., Canva, CapCut, iMovie, etc.).
• Excellent written communication and visual storytelling skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Availability to attend occasional evening or weekend events.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with social media analytics and engagement strategies.
• Photography or videography experience.
• Interest in academic or student life communications.

Additional Information: We are looking for someone who can take our social media with charge and enthusiasm. Initiative is key in this role as there are many moving parts, and it will require the student to be cognizant, think critically, and act with purpose.

Physical Demands Summary: Student will be at desk in the Global Interdisciplinary Studies office and/or at GIS and Program events.

Wage Rate: $10.00/hr

Closing Date (11:59pm ET): Open Until Filled

Optional Applicant Documents

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• Resume / Curriculum Vitae