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Overview

Ukpeagvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) is seeking a Communications & External Affairs Manager tohelp develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive communications strategy that strengthens UIC’s public image, builds relationships with key stakeholders, and ensures clear, consistent, and culturally appropriate messaging. The role will support the corporate marketing and communications team in managing communications across multiple platforms such as publications, digital media, and public statements while overseeing external affairs including government relations, advocacy, and community engagement. The Communications & External Affairs Manager will work closely with leadership, subsidiaries, tribal and community partners, and government representatives to align communications and external affairs activities with UIC’s values and strategic priorities.

Responsibilities

Essential functions will include:

Communications Support

+ Support the CAO in managing the company’s communication needs for UIC Corporate and its subsidiaries, in coordination with the Corporate Sr. Director of Marketing and Communications.

+ Assist the corporate marketing and communications team with content development for newsletters, press releases, social media, and the corporate website.

+ Provide support for internal and external communications for executive leadership, the Board of Directors, UIC Corporate and its subsidiaries, as needed.

+ Assist in preparing testimony, public statements, presentations, and advocacy materials.

Government Relations and External Affairs

+ Support the CAO in managing the company’s government and external affairs needs for UIC Corporate and its subsidiaries, in coordination with the Corporate Sr. Director of Marketing and Communications.

+ Monitor and report on federal, state, and local legislation that may impactUIC.

+ Support committees, including meeting planning, logistics, materials preparation, and follow-up.

+ Maintain liaison relationships with the Utqiaġvik Trilateral Committee, tribal governments, regional partners, and government agencies.

+ Support the CAO in the coordination and management of relationships with external lobbyists and consultants.

+ Support engagement strategies with external stakeholders to advance corporate priorities.

+ Represent UIC at community and shareholder events, conferences, and forums when delegated.

Events, Projects, and Community Engagement

+ Responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing shareholder, community, public, and corporate events in collaboration with the marketing and communications team, shareholder services, and other corporate departments and subsidiaries as needed.

+ Support project management activities for communications and external affairs initiatives, including developing timelines, tracking deliverables, and coordinating with internal teams.

+ Drive impact by supporting and collaborating with the corporate administrative team.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

+ Knowledge of communications strategies, media relations, and advocacy practices.

+ Knowledge of legislative processes at state and federal levels.

+ Skilled in writing, editing, and developing clear and culturally appropriate communications.

+ Ability to manage content across digital, print, and multimedia platforms.

+ Ability to work collaboratively with community, tribal, and government partners.

+ Strong organizational skills with ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines.

+ Ability to represent UIC professionally in public and stakeholder settings.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Political Science, or related field.

+ 5-8 years of experience in communications, community relations, or external affairs.

+ Strong writing, editing, and digital communication skills.

+ Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat) and Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint).

+ Experience using WordPress or similar content management systems (CMS).

+ Working knowledge of Associated Press (AP) style for editing and publishing.

+ Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to translate technical or complex information into clear, accessible communications.

+ Development of newsletters, announcements, and other internal/external communications.

+ Website content updates and coordination with design or IT staff.

+ Collaboration with internal teams to support communication needs.

+ Support for event planning and coordination, including logistics and communications.

+ Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Experience with Alaska Native Corporations, tribal organizations, or government relations.

+ Familiarity with ANCSA and Alaska Native shareholder priorities.

+ Graphic design, content management, or digital media experience.

+ Must possess an understanding of Iñupiat values and their integration into the Iñupiat culture and UIC’s operations.

+ Must have a valid Alaska’s Driver’s License.

+ Must be able to pass mandatory pre-employment drug screening.

+ Must be able to travel frequently between Anchorage and Barrow, with occasional travel to Lower 48 locations.

Physical and Mental Demands:

+ While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to read text on a computer screen and hard copy, stand or sit, talk, and hear.

+ The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.

+ Exposure to moderate levels of noise in a well-lit, well-ventilated, and moderately paced office environment.

+ The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Working Conditions:

+ Position is based in Anchorage, Alaska.

+ Must be able to travel frequently between Anchorage and Barrow, and at UIC job sites across the Lower 48 as needed.

+ Work is primarily performed in a professional office setting within a large office building.

+ Work is generally sedentary but may require frequent standing and walking.

+ Occasional travel to active construction sites may be required.

+ May be exposed to typical environmental conditions of both office and construction settings.

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/AA/M/F/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCPhere (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters) .

All candidates must apply online at www.uicalaska.com , and submit a completed application for all positions they wish to be considered. Once the employment application has been completed and submitted, any changes to the application after submission may not be reviewed. Please contact a UIC HR Recruiter if you have made a significant change to your application. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC Human Resources for assistance www.uicalaska.com/careers/recruitment/ .

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) is the village corporation of Utqiaġvik, Alaska and is recognized as one of Alaska’s top 10 companies with approximately 4,400 employees nationwide and revenues above $1 Billion annually. UIC is projected to grow substantially in the coming years to become a top 3 company in Alaska by 2030. As a proud Alaska Native Corporation, our success brings growth and benefits to our Iñupiat shareholders. The size and diversity of our operations means we have a broad variety of career opportunities.

UIC and its subsidiaries are committed to and strive for safety, quality, business ethics, and shareholder value. We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

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**Requisition ID** _2025-24314_

**Category** _Marketing & Communication_

**Location : Location** _US-AK-Anchorage_

**Travel Requirement** _25% - 50%_

**Entity : Name** _Ukpeagvik Inupiat Corporation_