External Relations Director

External Relations DirectorCenter for Sport Location: New Orleans, LA Summary The Director of External Relations is responsible for creating a comprehensive strategic, integrated, audience-focused communications and marketing approach in the area of business partnership and expansion opportunities for the Center for Sport. Responsibilities will include the overall development and coordination of the Center s engagement and fundraising efforts including, the coordination of donor and major gift opportunities.

The Director will work collaboratively to create and execute strategic marketing plans, develop marketing content and coordinate the visual design and brand standards to deliver effective marketing campaigns (digital and print) and collateral to optimize visibility within Center for Sport programs.

The Director works with the Vice President for Advancement, Constituency Programs and Assistant Director of Public Relations, to ensure collaboration and integration within the Offices of Advancement and Communication & Marketing at Tulane. This position will need to be highly responsive, navigating both long-term projects and short-term needs throughout the year in order to successfully contribute to the sustainability of these programs in an expanding market. Required Qualifications
•  Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
•  Minimum three (3) years' experience in program development, implementation, or management required, including 1 year of direct fund-raising or transferrable experience.
•  Experience in event planning and management, volunteer management, sales, public relations, marketing or admissions experience. Preferred Qualifications
•  Experience working in higher education administration.