Fellows Communications and Engagement Manager

The American-Scandinavian Foundation (ASF) seeks a creative and proactive Fellows Communications and Engagement Manager to assume strategic communications for ASF’s Fellowships & Grants Department. Reporting directly to the Director of Educational Exchange & Special Projects, the incumbent will manage external communication, promotion, and outreach for prospective grantees and bolster engagement and community among existing ASF Grantees and Alumni.

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Create press releases, announcements, social media posts, and other communication campaigns on a variety of platforms, including web, print, email, and social media.
• Maintain social media presence and promote announcements, awards, and publications on ASF’s Facebook page The Longboat, Instagram, and LinkedIn
• Manage website links, winner lists, photos, and additional information as needed using WordPress and other website management software
• Update mailing lists, tags, and accounts on Mailchimp and Marketing Cloud Account Engagement
• Document communication operating procedures, outreach strategies, and engagement timelines
• Adhere to copyright and image use protocols
• Produce and edit templates, copies, and final proofs for publication online or in print (e.g., newsletters and fliers).
• Update Marketing Cloud Account Engagement training materials and standard operating procedures
• Working with Scandinavia House Program and Communications staff, create and manage public programs (both in-person and virtual) involving ASF Fellows.
• Maintain and foster good working relationships both internally and externally

Qualifications

• M.A. and 1-2 years of foundation experience preferred.
• Proficiency with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn).
• Familiarity using communication software such as Mailchimp and Marketing Cloud Account Engagement.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with US higher education and outreach to university departments preferred
• Ability to handle multiple assignments, prioritize work accordingly, and maintain accuracy.
• Willingness to pitch in when needed, even if tasks are outside of job description.
• Familiarity with Nordic cultures and languages is a plus.