Communications and Engagement Coordinator
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Location2 Stimson Avenue
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Experience1–2 yrs
DepartmentHoward R. Swearer Center for Public Service
Company size10,000+ people
PostedNov 2, 2026 · 4d ago
Verified live3d ago
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Bachelor's degree with 1-2 years related experience (preferably in a marketing or communications setting) or equivalent combination of education/experience
High-level oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated editing and writing ability with meticulous attention to detail
Ability to work collaboratively on visioning, planning, and editing, while still being able to focus independently with minimal supervision
Excellent organizational and communication skills to be able to organize, prioritize, and follow through on complex, multi-deadline projects
Initiative and judgment to independently problem solve and prioritize competing priorities
Fluency with computer applications, social media platforms, and systems (Google Workspace, Adobe Creative Cloud, Drupal, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, etc.)
Demonstrated commitment to social justice and diversity, equity, and inclusion; experience and comfort with working with people from diverse racial, socioeconomic and other backgrounds
Photography/videography, and/or event planning is a plus
Travel is largely within the greater Providence area
Applicants are asked to include a resume and cover letter. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
Skills
Google Workspace
Adobe Creative Cloud
Drupal
Instagram
Facebook
LinkedIn
YouTube
Job Description:
The Communications and Engagement Coordinator provides communications support across functional areas within the Swearer Center to support outreach of the Center’s programs and initiatives and produce stories to communicate its impact. The position produces stories and narrative content, interviews constituencies for story highlights, and reports on Center activities. The role coordinates engagement and constituency-building efforts with students, faculty, staff, alumni, community partners and other stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Associate Director of Communications, the position develops and manages communications and marketing materials across platforms, including social media, websites, newsletters, print materials and promotional content, while supporting copy editing and content production. The position performs communications administration support duties related to communications logistics, systems management, visual assets management, communications calendar maintenance, center photography, and metrics reporting.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, creative, proactive and collaborative.
This is a full-time position.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
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Required: Bachelor’s degree with 1-2 years related experience (preferably in a marketing or communications setting) or equivalent combination of education/experience.
Job Competencies
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High-level oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to elicit and communicate information in a clear, informative, and concise manner.
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Demonstrated editing and writing ability with meticulous attention to detail.
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Ability to work collaboratively on visioning, planning, and editing, while still being able to focus independently with minimal supervision.
•
Excellent organizational and communication skills to be able to organize, prioritize, and follow through on complex, multi-deadline projects.
•
Initiative and judgment to independently problem solve and prioritize competing priorities.
•
Fluency with computer applications, social media platforms, and systems (e.g., Google Workspace, Adobe Creative Cloud, Drupal, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, etc.).
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Photography/videography, and/or event planning is a plus.
•
A demonstrated commitment to social justice and diversity, equity, and inclusion; experience and comfort with working with people from diverse racial, socioeconomic and other backgrounds.
Additional Information
Travel is largely within the greater Providence area.
Hiring process
Applicants are asked to include a resume and cover letter. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
The priority application deadline for this position is December 1, 2026.
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
Benefits of Working at Brown:
Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.
Recruiting Start Date:
2026-07-08
Job Posting Title:
Communications and Engagement Coordinator
Department:
Howard R. Swearer Center for Public Service
Grade:
Grade 8
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Position Work Location:
Hybrid
Submission Guidelines:
The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote.
Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.
Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings.
Legal
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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