Sustainability Associate, Engagement & Communications

Sustainability Associate, Engagement & Communications

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 I. JOB OVERVIEW 

Job Description Summary:  | The Sustainability Associate, Engagement & Communications supports the development and execution of campus-wide sustainability engagement, communications, storytelling, and outreach initiatives for The George Washington University’s Office of Sustainability. This role is responsible for increasing visibility, awareness, participation, and institutional understanding of sustainability initiatives through strategic communications, marketing, reporting, events, and engagement efforts for students, faculty, and staff.

The position plays a critical role in communicating the university’s sustainability goals, operational initiatives, student programs, climate commitments, and institutional progress to a wide range of internal and external audiences. Responsibilities include supporting sustainability campaigns, managing social media and outreach efforts, coordinating annual and quarterly sustainability reporting, developing storytelling content, and promoting sustainability programs and events across campus.

This role will collaborate closely with sustainability staff, student employees, operational partners, and university communications teams to strengthen sustainability culture, increase engagement, and support GW’s long-term sustainability and climate goals.

Key Responsibilities
Campus Engagement & Outreach Support engagement programs including Earth Month, sustainability orientations, tabling events, workshops, campaigns, Green Office initiatives, Eco-Reps, and additional campus outreach activities. Coordinate promotional efforts to increase participation in sustainability programs and events. Support outreach to students, faculty, staff, and campus partners regarding sustainability initiatives and opportunities for involvement. Assist with event planning, logistics, materials preparation, and on-site coordination for sustainability programs and engagement activities. Track and analyze communications and engagement metrics to improve outreach effectiveness and audience engagement.
 
Communications, Marketing & Storytelling Support development and implementation of communications and marketing strategies for sustainability initiatives, programs, campaigns, and events. Create and manage sustainability-related content for social media, newsletters, websites, presentations, signage, and promotional materials. Maintain and update sustainability website content to ensure information remains current and engaging. Develop storytelling content that highlights sustainability projects, student involvement, operational achievements, partnerships, and campus impact. Coordinate photography, video, interviews, testimonials, and visual storytelling efforts related to sustainability initiatives. Support branding and messaging consistency across Office of Sustainability communications and also with stakeholders.
 
Reporting & Publications Coordinate development of annual sustainability reports and quarterly sustainability updates. Assist with collecting, organizing, and presenting sustainability metrics, accomplishments, and program highlights for institutional reporting. Support preparation of executive summaries, presentations, briefing materials, and communication assets for university leadership and stakeholders. Collaborate with operational and program teams to translate technical sustainability work into accessible communications materials.
 
Student Staff & Stakeholder Coordination Coordinate and support student employees, interns, and volunteers assisting with communications, outreach, and engagement activities. Collaborate with university communications teams, operational departments, student organizations, and external partners to support sustainability messaging and campaigns. Serve as a point of contact for sustainability communications and engagement coordination.
 
Administrative & Program Support Maintain organized communications materials, templates, contact lists, schedules, and outreach records. Assist with purchasing and coordination of promotional materials, signage, and engagement supplies. Perform other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
 
Minimum Qualifications: 
Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:   
Preferred Qualifications:  | Preferred Qualifications Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively to diverse audiences. Experience creating content for social media, websites, newsletters, or marketing materials is a plus. Demonstrated organizational and project coordination skills are desired. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment. Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills. Reliable, proactive, responsive, and detail-oriented. Experience working in higher education, sustainability, or nonprofit communications is a plus. Familiarity with sustainability concepts, climate initiatives, or campus sustainability programs is desired. Experience supporting annual reports, executive communications, or institutional storytelling is preferred. Experience coordinating student staff, interns, or volunteers is a plus. Knowledge of graphic design, photography, video editing, or digital communications tools is desired. Experience managing websites and social media analytics is preferred. 
Desired Skills & Attributes Passion for sustainability, storytelling, and community engagement. Creative thinker with strong visual and written storytelling abilities. Ability to translate technical or operational sustainability work into engaging and accessible communications is a plus. Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills. Ability to work independently while supporting a highly collaborative team environment.
Hiring Range  | $61,400.35 - $79,820.46
GW Staff Approach to Pay  | How is pay for new employees determined at GW?

 Healthcare Benefits
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

 II. JOB DETAILS 

Campus Location:  | Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department:  | Division of Safety and Operation
Family  | Safety and Facilities
Sub-Family  | Sustainability
Stream  | Individual Contributor
Level  | Level 2
Full-Time/Part-Time:  | Full-Time
Hours Per Week:  | 40
Work Schedule:  | Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Will this job require the employee to work on site?  | Yes
Employee Onsite Status  | Hybrid
Telework:  | Yes
Required Background Check:  | Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:  | Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only?  | No
Posting Number:  | S014274
Job Open Date:  | 07/02/2026
Job Close Date:  |
If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:  |
Background Screening  | Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:  | The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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