Director of Strategic Communications

4 days ago

Stanford, California, United States Stanford University Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Director, Strategic Communications to join our team at Stanford University. As a key member of our University Communications department, you will be responsible for developing and executing a range of communications related to institutional issues and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Proactively identify issues important to higher education and to the university, and develop communications strategies tailored to the needs of our diverse audiences.
  • Coordinate with subject-matter experts and organizational leaders to develop and implement communications plans.
  • Write, edit, and produce written, oral, and digital communications, including statements, talking points, institutional messages, news stories, social media posts, web copy, and video scripts.
  • Coordinate with colleagues who manage news media response and digital media channels.
  • Provide strategic counsel to organizational leaders, campus communicators, and other colleagues on issues related to the university's reputation.
  • Maintain ongoing awareness of major issues being managed by the university and familiarity with the university's responses to them.
  • Participate in crisis response and complete other duties as assigned.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree and eight years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.
  • Exceptional writing and editing ability, including the ability to analyze and synthesize complex material and communicate it in a clear and compelling manner.
  • Strong strategic and tactical thinking ability.
  • Experience developing proactive and reactive communications tailored to the needs of diverse audiences and multiple communications channels.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage diverse and competing interests, work collaboratively with others, and balance varying perspectives and input.
  • Experience working with and advising leaders of a complex organization on communications strategy and execution.
  • Experience managing institutional issues in time-sensitive situations.
  • Understanding of the news media and familiarity with the processes of coordinating with media relations colleagues in managing institutional issues.
  • Strong personal organizational skills, excellent influencing, negotiating, and relationship management skills, and ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion on sensitive issues.
What We Offer

Stanford University offers a comprehensive rewards package, including competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment that values and respects the contributions of all employees.

Stanford University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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