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MISSION
The mission of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.
SUMMARY
The Senior Specialist for Sponsorship Alliances supports MD Anderson's institutional sponsorship strategy and assists with sponsorship activation/event planning and execution to engage the public in our mission to end cancer. In collaboration with leaders and other IA departments, this position works closely with program managers to coordinate activations and events including logistics, collateral, giveaways, onsite staff schedules and other contracted assets.
This position will require traveling to local events in the Houston Metro area, therefore the ideal candidate will need to reside in the Houston Metro area.
The ideal candidate will possess strong writing and editing skills, along with experience in event management and/or coordination. Additionally, proficiency in data collection and analysis, as well as the ability to develop PowerPoint presentations, is preferred.
KEY FUNCTIONS
Sponsorship implementation.
Supports and operationalizes sponsorship strategy.
Participates in the evaluation of new sponsorship proposals ensuring alignment with Cause Alliances, Marketing, Philanthropy and the institutional Strategy.
Develops and maintains relationships with leaders and key stakeholders, including rights-holders, vendors, agencies, brand ambassadors and other collaborators.
Attains strong knowledge of MD Anderson programs and services to effectively promote and represent the institution to all community constituents.
Works closely with leaders on program visibility, integration and effectiveness.
Event and content management.
Coordinates project plans, timelines and processes to execute sponsorship programs and events.
Assists with managing activation and event logistics while tracking contract deliverables.
Serve as a staff brand ambassador at sponsorship events.
Collaborates with other Institutional Affairs departments to coordinate sponsorship projects, including video and digital content, social media, creative, paid media and more.
Supports communications and marketing efforts, including public relations/earned media opportunities, social media posts and website content.
Helps to facilitate the approval process for all brand assets used within sponsorship media, communications and on-site activations ensuring compliance with usage guidelines.
Measurement and evaluation.
Documents sponsorship results.
Assists with developing post-campaign recap reports.
Documents outcomes and contract fulfillment for each sponsorship program and make recommendations for future investment.
Other duties as assigned.
Education
Required : Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Public Relations, Communications or related field.
Experience
Required : Four years of experience in public relations, communications, writing/editing or related field. With preferred degree, two years of required experience.
Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
Requisition ID: 173940
Employment Status: Full-Time
Employee Status: Regular
Work Week: Days
Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 68,500
Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 85,500
Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 102,500
FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
Fund Type: Hard
Work Location: Remote (within Texas only)
Pivotal Position: Yes
Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
Science Jobs: No
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