The incumbent will be responsible for event management, maintaining department lists and databases, updating the website and assisting with the development of communication material for Habib University. S/he will be also involved in assisting with the logistics, presentations and other related activities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Event management, planning and execution:
• Manage venue logistics
• Coordinate with admin department for vendor requirements (videographer, printer, etc.)
• Develop content for promotional material required for events (flyers, posters, standees, press briefings, etc.)
• PR coordination for event
• Send invitations and get RSVPs (emailing, posting, creating an event on Facebook, etc)
• Manage e-newsletter
• Work in collaboration with program teams to collect and document news on a fortnightly basis
• Develop news items and put into design with graphic designer
• Distribute newsletter to members on mailing list
• Manage web-related activities:
• - Update website
• - Update social media sites as per need
• Compile and manage a master list for MarCom
• Compile the photograph database
• Maintain inventory (giveaways, brochures, etc.).
• Provide support in organizing meetings, seminars, workshops and follow ups.
• Liaise with media representatives to promote the Foundation.
• Stay current with marketing and public relations trends and best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Qualification and Skills Required

• Bachelors in Marketing, Communication, Public Relations or related fields, or equivalent combination of experience, education and training.
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate understanding of communication related work in education sector
• Familiarity with business computing, websites and electronic presentation media
• Attention to detail and a flexible approach to work
• Excellent planning, coordination and prioritization skills and proven capacity to undertake varied tasks simultaneously within stringent deadlines.
• Strong command of MS Office.
• Proven record of teamwork and project management in previous roles.

Habib University is the primary project of H.U.F. Habib University will be a pioneering institution providing a rich liberal arts education to the youth of Pakistan, to create a generation of socially responsible and critically conscious individuals, who can bring Pakistan to the forefront not only economically and financially, but also intellectually. The University will offer a rich, interdisciplinary learning fabric by bringing together the innovative spirit of Entrepreneurship with high quality Science, Engineering and Liberal Arts education. The University will be a modern learning space fully equipped with state-of-the-art research and teaching facilities in order to attract the best faculty around the world.

Habib University Foundation (H.U.F.) is a not-for-profit organization, which commenced its work in 2007. H.U.F. responds to existing gaps in the educational scenario of Pakistan, by supporting educational initiatives, research and innovation. It is focused on improving the status of education within the country by supporting research, planning and implementation of innovative educational models. H.U.F. extends support at all tiers of education delivery within the country including higher education, vocational skill development, pre-tertiary education and research and advocacy.