Marketing and Social Media Assistant

General information

The Institute of Management Accounting and Control (IMC) of WHU is a leading think tank in the area of management accounting and control. Under the joint directorship of Prof. Lukas Löhlein, Prof. Marko Reimer and Prof. Utz Schäffer, the institute bundles the numerous teaching and research activities of the associated professors and doctoral students.

This Part-time-position (50-60%) is initially a one-year fixed-term contract with the potential to become extended or permanent.

Your mission

• In close collaboration with the IMC faculty and the WHU's central Marketing Department, you will develop and implement marketing and communication initiatives for the Institute.
• You will manage and further develop our social media presence – particularly on LinkedIn – including editorial planning, content creation, and community management.
• You will create flyers, presentations, and other marketing materials.
• You will analyze the reach and performance of our marketing and communication activities and derive appropriate optimization measures.
• You will support our teams and coordinate photographers and external service providers during our events, academic conferences, guest lectures, and interviews (including occasional evening events).
• You will maintain and further develop the Institute's website and other digital communication channels.

Your profile

• Successfully completed degree or vocational qualification in marketing, communications, media, or a related field.
• Initial professional experience in marketing, social media, or corporate communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both German and English, combined with the ability and enthusiasm to communicate complex academic topics in a clear and audience-oriented manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365; experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, and content management systems is an advantage.
• A structured, independent, and reliable working style, combined with creativity, strong teamwork skills, and enthusiasm for working in an international academic environment.

What we offer

• A diverse and international working environment
• An open-minded, supportive, and motivated team
• Opportunities to actively contribute to the school’s development
• Flat hierarchies and fast decision-making processes
• Attractive skill development and training offerings
• Flexible working time models, including home office option
• Exclusive company-sponsored social benefits
• Ecofriendly mobility offers (e.g., JobTicket, JobRad, e-mobility)
• Daycare for children for working parents
• Various fitness and health activities

WHU is an equal opportunity employer and thus welcomes applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds. We believe in the benefits of diversity and therefore foster an international, inclusive, and inspiring working environment.

Contact

For questions, please contact:

Maren Smieja
Office Manager
email: maren.smieja@whu.edu 

Visit www.whu.edu/imcjobs for more information on the advertised position and www.whu.edu/controlling for further information on the Institute of Management Accounting and Control.