Events & Communications Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY

The Gladstein Family Human Rights Institute (HRI) is seeking a full‑time Events and Communications Coordinator (Administrative Program Support 2). This position will support HRI’s educational, research, and practice initiatives and will be responsible for managing the Institute’s event programming and communications strategy. The Coordinator reports to HRI's Director of Operations and works closely with HRI staff, joint faculty, and program directors.

The Gladstein Family Human Rights Institute (HRI) at the University of Connecticut is one of the nation's leading academic centers in human rights research, teaching, and outreach. HRI is globally recognized for its educational programming, faculty expertise, and engaged research, and offers an undergraduate major/minor, graduate certificate and master's program in human rights. Faculty combine theoretical and practical expertise on contemporary human rights issues to produce innovative scholarship and prepare students to engage across a spectrum of professions on the most pressing rights issues of our time.  HRI also works in partnership with communities, policymakers, advocates, businesses, and others to advance a broader culture of human rights in Connecticut and around the world.

For additional information, please visit the Human Rights Institute website.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:

• Support the planning, coordination and on-site management for events including seminars, workshops, conferences, research group activities, and other HRI-related events and programming. Responsible for staffing events, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• Maintain files of promotional activities for each event and assist in evaluating the success of promotional and marketing campaigns.
• Implement the public relations plan for publicity and publications for HRI.  This includes the management of event calendars, facilitating the development of social media content and communications strategy, accessibility compliance, and ensuring brand standards across all HRI programs.
• Manage all aspects of HRI’s web presence, including content development, information architecture, accessibility compliance, routine updates, and coordination with university communications to ensure timely updates and consistent messaging.
• Coordinate content for weekly e-newsletters for the UConn community and periodic newsletters for our external constituents. Maintain and update electronic mailing lists and other necessary records.
• Write copy for press releases, remarks, feature articles (in narrative style), informational listings, and other publicity materials; proofread written copy, checking for facts, analysis, grammar, and readability. Assist in drafting annual reports and other reports as needed.
• Serve as a resource to students, staff, faculty, and others on matters relating to program policies, procedures, and activities.
• Supervise temporary administrative staff and oversee the work of graduate assistants responsible for programming, social media, and event planning.
• Provide support to HRI Director and Director for Operations as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of related events and communications experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of and stated commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity.
• Demonstrated experience working in a highly demanding and fast-paced office environment.
• Demonstrated experience in event planning and implementation.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to work effectively with department/university staff, the University community, and external agencies/groups.
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience with website maintenance and Microsoft Office applications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree.
• Demonstrated interest and experience in human rights and higher education.
• Experience with design programs such as Adobe Professional Suite.
• Experience with web-based programs such as Mailchimp, Plannable, etc.
• Experience writing in a narrative style, designing graphics, and/or managing an organization's social media presence.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, permanent position located at the Storrs campus with a hybrid work arrangement option, allowing for up to two days per week of remote work. The salary range for this position is $54,000 to $65,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.  The University offers a competitive salary, and outstanding benefits, including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment.  For additional information regarding benefits, please visit UConn Health Benefits and explore the sections under the Benefits & Leaves and Engagement & Learning headers. Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at Faculty and Staff Positions, Search #499718 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references. Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet the stated minimum qualifications, and any preferred qualifications they may possess, in their application materials.

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on July 24, 2026.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disabilities, veteran’s status, status as a victim of domestic violence and/or sexual assault and/or trafficking in persons as defined by Connecticut law, prior conviction of a crime, workplace hazards to the reproductive systems, or gender identity or expression.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO employer including for Disability and Veteran status.