Strategic Communications Director

2 weeks ago

Charlottesville, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time
Executive Director of Strategic Communications

The University of Virginia seeks a highly skilled and experienced Executive Director of Strategic Communications to join the Office of the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer (EVP-COO). This key role will be responsible for developing and executing the overall communications strategy for the EVP-COO's portfolio, with a focus on elevating awareness of the EVP-COO's priorities and key initiatives.

About the Role

The Executive Director of Strategic Communications will report to the Assistant Vice President and Chief of Staff and will have regular interaction with the Chief Operating Officer. This individual will be responsible for advising EVP-COO Office leadership on the communications and public relations implications of potential policy and program decisions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive strategic communications plan based on the EVP-COO's goals and priorities.
  • Identify and assess opportunities to position the EVP-COO and leaders across the EVP-COO portfolio as thought leaders in their respective areas.
  • Establish a consistent identity for EVP-COO Office communications and develop and assess annual communications plans across the portfolio.
  • Develop a holistic communications plan encompassing portfolio-wide priorities and themes.
  • Regularly assess the performance of existing communications platforms and products, and lead exploration of new or revised platforms or products.
  • Incorporate Inclusive Excellence principles in communications planning and execution.
  • Collaborate with University colleagues to increase awareness of EVP-COO priorities and achievements among regional, state, and national media markets, as well as decision-makers in local, state, and federal governmental bodies and agencies.
  • Foster community among communications professionals embedded in units across the EVP-COO portfolio, providing leadership and support to ensure that their communications amplify key messages.
Requirements
  • Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
  • Bachelor's degree with at least eight years of experience, or a master's degree in public relations, communications, or journalism with six years of experience.
  • Experience envisioning, developing, and implementing a successful and comprehensive strategic communications plan based on an organization's goals and priorities.
  • Experience working with a team of colleagues who are not direct reports, building consensus and strong collaborative partnerships across complex organizations.
  • Proven experience in media relations, stakeholder communications, and social media strategy.
  • Commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in higher education or non-profit public relations and communications.
  • Experience in executive communications support such as remarks, presentations, white papers, and opinion essays.
  • Experience using an inclusive excellence framework to advance an organization's goals in the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Experience supervising freelance and staff writers, designers, photographers, videographers, and social media professionals.

To apply, please visit the UVA job board and search for R0057084. Complete an application online and attach a cover letter and resume or CV. For questions about the application process, please contact Rhiannon O'Coin, Senior Academic Recruiter.

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