Jan 13

Job: Membership and Publications Manager – Institute for International Education (NY)

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Position: Membership and Publications Manager
Posted by: Institute for International Education
Location: New York City, New York
Contract: Full-Time

The Membership & Publications Manager manages the editorial and production management of print and online publications.  The position supports the marketing and membership communications through regular newsletters and the IIE online bookstore.  This position works under general supervision.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Manages and produces weekly and monthly e-newsletters to IIE’s membership network of higher education institutions, including researching, writing and editing content.  
• Maintains and updates the IIE online bookstore and relevant sections on IIE.org. 
• Develops strategy for expanding publication sales and reaching new audiences, including expanding digital publishing.
• Coordinates media activities related to membership and publications with the public affairs team.
• Manages the development of publications, including communicating with contributors, researching, writing and editing IIE policy books and other papers. 
• Oversees the outreach and distribution process of IIE’s core annual publications.
• Keeps calendar of all deadlines and workflow related to IIE publications and newsletters.
• Manages the editorial production for print publications and oversees the editing of online directories (IIEPassport, Study Abroad Funding, and Funding for United States Study).
• Serves as editor of the IIE Networker Magazine, responsible for all aspects of the bi-annual production process.
• Responsible for complying with applicable contract and sponsor requirements and following all IIE policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties and functions as assigned.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and four years related experience and/or training; Master’s degree preferred.
• Four years related experience and/or training.
• A minimum of 2 years in a formal managerial position.
• Professional writing & editorial experience is required.  
• Strong experience with managing the production of publications and publishing process.
• Experience with marketing and project management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability Requirements: 

• Superior editorial and writing skills.
• Excellent communication ability both written and verbal in English.
• Ability to multi-task & manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must be deadline & detail oriented.
• Have excellent analytical & research abilities.
• Interest in international education issues, a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office 2010; internet software; and database software. 

Application Process: Please click here to apply to the position.