Strategic Communications Director

2 days ago


WinstonSalem, North Carolina, United States InsideHigherEd Full time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Communications Director to join our team at InsideHigherEd. This is a full-time position that will serve as a strategic partner on the Human Resources (HR) leadership team, developing and executing a comprehensive and strategic communications plan for the HR function.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy to integrate HR priorities that support the broader University goals and mission.
  • Provide communication guidance to the HR leadership team in their roles as strategic leaders and spokespersons.
  • Manage the employer brand for current and prospective faculty and staff constituents, with an emphasis on elevating the employer value proposition to recruit and retain top talent.
  • Collaborate with campus communicators and departments to ensure HR communications are delivered in coordination with broader University communications, facilitating message alignment and timing.
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive, written HR communication strategy, including maintaining a structured communication calendar to ensure coordinated and consistent messaging across all channels.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field and five years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, facilitation, collaboration, and presentation skills.
  • Excellent business writing skills and the ability to take complex ideas, messages, and concepts and make them relevant for the intended audience.
  • Experience leading and managing multiple complex projects that are strategic in nature.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in Communication, Business, Management or a related field.
  • Prior experience in higher education.
  • Prior experience using Adobe Creative Suite applications and Canva.
  • Prior experience in website management, digital newsletter platforms, and social media.
  • Prior experience writing and editing using AP Style.

Accountabilities:

  • Oversee an engagement and recognition event budget.
  • Co-supervise one part-time staff member, which includes hiring, scheduling, and assigning work, reviewing performance, and recommends salary increases, promotions, transfers, demotions, or terminations.

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of sedentary work primarily involving sitting/standing.
  • Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
  • No adverse environmental conditions expected.


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