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External Affairs Associate, Kinder Institute for Urban Research
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External Affairs Associate, Kinder Institute for Urban Research
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External Affairs Associate, Kinder Institute for Urban Research

Rice University -
Houston, TX

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Job Details

Full-time
$57,000 - $60,000 a year
3 hours ago

Qualifications

Project management tools
Project team coordination
Sales collateral development
Writing skills
Records management
Graphic design software
Presentation creation
Productivity software
Cross-functional collaboration
Stakeholder relationship building
Logistics planning

Full Job Description

Special Instructions to Applicants: All interested applicants should attach a cover letter and resume to the Supporting Documents section of the application, preferably in PDF format to avoid formatting issues.

Position Summary

The Kinder Institute for Urban Research is currently hiring an External Affairs Associate . The External Affairs Associate will work with our Community and Stakeholder Engagement team, which is part of the external affairs division. The External Affairs Associate assists with supporting engagement initiatives, coordinating events and outreach activities, and supporting cross-center collaboration. The role requires good organizational skills, attention to detail, and an interest in community engagement, public affairs, and collaborative work with stakeholders.

The External Affairs Associate is an entry-level position that supports the Kinder Institute’s external affairs and community and stakeholder engagement portfolio. Reporting to the Associate Director of Stakeholder Engagement, the position provides coordination, outreach, and administrative support that strengthens relationships with community organizations, civic partners, and research center directors. This role contributes to initiatives that expand the Kinder Institute’s visibility, enhance stakeholder engagement, and advance ‑community centered‑ impact across the Greater Houston region.

The Kinder Institute for Urban Research aims to improve lives through data, research, engagement, and action. The institute consists of five research centers focused on critical aspects shaping the social and cultural landscape of the Houston area. The five centers research housing, education , community and public health , economic mobility and inequality , and population dynamics . Each center investigates its particular topic area and works across centers to build interdisciplinary teams specializing in solutions-oriented research. The centers use a research-practice partnership (RPP) model to jointly design, develop, and conduct research that values diversity in expertise and prioritizes the community in identifying and addressing some of the most pressing questions and challenges facing Greater Houston. We strive for our research to inform decision-making and bring about systemic change.

The ideal candidate is a proactive, organized professional with strong communication and customer service skills, experience coordinating events and working with diverse partners, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Workplace Requirements

Occasional Travel
Evening and/or weekend work

Workplace Location

This position is offered as a hybrid role, combining both in-office and remote work to provide flexibility and support collaboration. [3 days in-office/2 days remote]. Per Rice policy 440 , work arrangements may be subject to change.

Hiring Range

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position, and the proposed salary range is $57,000 - $60,000 annually , depending on qualifications and experience. Exempt (salaried) positions under FLSA are not eligible for overtime.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communication, public affairs, sociology, urban studies, nonprofit management, or a related field.
- In lieu of the education requirement, additional related experience, above and beyond what is required, on a year-for-year basis, may be substituted
One or more (1+) years of related experience

Skills :

Demonstrated interest in community engagement, public service, or civic partnerships
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare marketing collateral and presentations. Expertise with Adobe Creative Suite
Ability to manage multiple tasks, coordinate logistics, and maintain organized records.
Comfort working with different communities and stakeholders
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and collaborative project tools; familiarity with CRM or stakeholder tracking systems is a plus; and expertise‑ with Adobe Creative Suite
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast paced, ‑mission driven‑ environment

Preferences

Experience in community outreach, volunteer coordination, or public facing‑ program support
Familiarity with Houston’s civic landscape, community organizations, and local engagement networks
Interest in research, public policy, or data informed‑ decisions

Essential Functions

Community Engagement Support - assist with outreach to community organizations, civic groups, and partner institutions; help maintain stakeholder lists, engagement calendars, and activity records
Event and Program Coordination - support planning, logistics, and onsite coordination for community meetings, stakeholder forums, workshops, and ‑public facing‑ events.
Assist in vendor management on specific projects
Cross-c‑enter collaboration - coordinate with research center teams to align engagement activities with ongoing projects and community priorities
Project support - provide scheduling, create and design presentations, and operational support for external affairs
Recommends marketing opportunities and tracks market trends
Performs all other duties as assigned

The Kinder Institute: https://kinder.rice.edu

Rice University HR | Benefits : https://knowledgecafe.rice.edu/benefits
Rice Mission and Values: Mission and Values | Rice University

Rice University is committed to ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity and welcoming the fullness of diversity into our candidate pools. Rice considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Rice also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. If an applicant requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please get in touch with Rice University’s Human Resources Office via email at [email protected] for support.

If you have any additional questions, please email us at [email protected] . Thank you for your interest in employment with Rice University.

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