Communications and Special Projects Director, IFDM

Stanford, CA (On-site)

$130K/yr – $180K/yrDirector/Executive8+ years expFull time

Posted 3 hrs ago

Job Summary

Lead and own multi-channel, strategic communications programs, including vendor evaluation, data-driven content creation, and cross-unit collaboration, while guiding teams and keeping current with industry trends.

  • Drive complex communications across channels
  • Collaborate with Institutional Communicators and oversee vendors

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead communication deliverables in an area of expertise or for a unit or complex program.
  • Oversee and/or develop complex communications for various content delivery channels.
  • Oversee and/or develop and design complex or highly visible communications.
  • Support the development of strategic direction and implementation of long- and short-term communication plans with direct impact to a unit or program.
  • Evaluate potential vendors’ quality, process, and cost and either make a selection or recommendation.
  • Maintain knowledge by attending webinars, conferences, networking etc. to remain at the forefront of current industry standards, trends and technology.
  • Analyze data and curate illustrations, photos, and pictures for assignments.
  • May oversee or supervise staff in the development and implementation of programs or functions.
  • Work in collaboration with Institutional Communicators on media relations content and other areas.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree and eight years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with internal communications groups across campus.
  • Demonstrated management skills and the ability to build and sustain a best in class communications team.
  • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex materials and communicate information in a manner easily understood.
  • Experience with project management and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work with high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
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Communications and Special Projects Director, IFDM

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