Harvard University
Assistant Director, University Communications
Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, us, 02140
66396BRAuto req ID:66396BRJob Code:322058 Media/Communica Sr Speclst Department Office Location:USA - MA - Cambridge Business Title:Assistant Director, University CommunicationsSub-Unit:------------ Salary Grade (https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges#ranges) :058Time Status:Full-time Union:00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required
A minimum of seven (7) years of experience developing and implementing effective communications strategies and management of a broad range of communications activities and functions.
Proven ability as a project planner and manager, creating project plans with deadlines and aggressive timetables for implementation and review of materials.
Strong knowledge and experience leveraging effective content strategies, including best practices across content platforms and digital, social and web properties.
Candidate must possess the ability to work collaboratively across teams and with a variety of projects and constituencies.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
A high attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Additional Qualifications and Skills:
Highly adept at translating complex information into relevant and understandable communications for multiple audiences.
Capacity for bringing innovative approaches to project planning, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and handling challenging and complex projects with a high level of professionalism.
Skilled at diplomatically and successfully achieving goals in a complex, matrixed environment.
Department:HPACPre-Employment Screening:Education, IdentityJob Function:Communications Position Description:
Serve as a primary communications strategist and manager in supporting various university-level priorities, programs and initiatives, including leading communications planning, execution and collaboration with colleagues within HPAC and across the university.
Lead and facilitate planning processes and the development of strategic communications plans, as well as creative and strategic projects, that advance university and program priorities and goals, including effective brainstorming and other concept origination activities, developing project implementation tactics and timelines, and identifying resource needs.
Lead and manage the implementation and execution of strategic communications plans and creative and strategic projects, including assembling and leading working groups and other teams for implementation, vendor management, ensuring effective project execution, accountability and progress toward timeline benchmarks, and assessing results and impact in achieving project goals.
Collaborate with colleagues on and lead planning on strategies aimed at strengthening brand and reputation, as well as demonstrating institutional impact, in key issue and focus areas that are fundamental to Harvard’s mission and higher education.
Advise on and lead communications planning and activities supporting various university-wide issue-focused initiatives and bodies, including Presidential/university-level working groups, task forces and committees.
Serve as the “client” lead and subject-matter expert regularly supporting various offices, priorities or initiatives, including identifying communications needs and opportunities, and working with HPAC and other colleagues to advance the “client’s” goals.
Recommend and produce targeted audience-specific communications, including for university and program leaders, as well as briefings, talking points, presentations and other communications to advance and support institutional priorities, campaigns and initiatives.
Manage editorial process of content to be deployed through Harvard’s or other media/communication channels including identifying opportunities, story development, writing, faculty approval and eventual placement.
Represent HPAC on various cross-university/cross-central administration committees, working groups, task forces, etc., charged with advising and leading communications planning and strategy around priority topics or initiatives.
Engage and collaborate on other university-wide priorities as needed.
School/Unit:University Administration EEO Statement:We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.Job Summary:
The Assistant Director, University Communications is a key member of the Harvard Public Affairs and Communications (HPAC) team, responsible for planning, developing and implementing communications strategies to advance a wide range of university initiatives and priorities. Reporting to the Managing Director, University Communications, the Assistant Director is a primary member of the team responsible for both short- and long-term communications strategic planning and implementation. Working in close coordination with university and program leaders, along with communications, content and digital-focused colleagues across the university, the Assistant Director will craft, develop and deploy effective and innovative communications tactics, activities and campaigns to support and advance both internal and external facing initiatives and priorities.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging:Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.Benefits:We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:
Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
Work Format:Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote) LinkedIn Recruiter Tag (for internal use only):#LI-EP1Work Format Details:This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
Bachelor’s degree required
A minimum of seven (7) years of experience developing and implementing effective communications strategies and management of a broad range of communications activities and functions.
Proven ability as a project planner and manager, creating project plans with deadlines and aggressive timetables for implementation and review of materials.
Strong knowledge and experience leveraging effective content strategies, including best practices across content platforms and digital, social and web properties.
Candidate must possess the ability to work collaboratively across teams and with a variety of projects and constituencies.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
A high attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Additional Qualifications and Skills:
Highly adept at translating complex information into relevant and understandable communications for multiple audiences.
Capacity for bringing innovative approaches to project planning, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and handling challenging and complex projects with a high level of professionalism.
Skilled at diplomatically and successfully achieving goals in a complex, matrixed environment.
Department:HPACPre-Employment Screening:Education, IdentityJob Function:Communications Position Description:
Serve as a primary communications strategist and manager in supporting various university-level priorities, programs and initiatives, including leading communications planning, execution and collaboration with colleagues within HPAC and across the university.
Lead and facilitate planning processes and the development of strategic communications plans, as well as creative and strategic projects, that advance university and program priorities and goals, including effective brainstorming and other concept origination activities, developing project implementation tactics and timelines, and identifying resource needs.
Lead and manage the implementation and execution of strategic communications plans and creative and strategic projects, including assembling and leading working groups and other teams for implementation, vendor management, ensuring effective project execution, accountability and progress toward timeline benchmarks, and assessing results and impact in achieving project goals.
Collaborate with colleagues on and lead planning on strategies aimed at strengthening brand and reputation, as well as demonstrating institutional impact, in key issue and focus areas that are fundamental to Harvard’s mission and higher education.
Advise on and lead communications planning and activities supporting various university-wide issue-focused initiatives and bodies, including Presidential/university-level working groups, task forces and committees.
Serve as the “client” lead and subject-matter expert regularly supporting various offices, priorities or initiatives, including identifying communications needs and opportunities, and working with HPAC and other colleagues to advance the “client’s” goals.
Recommend and produce targeted audience-specific communications, including for university and program leaders, as well as briefings, talking points, presentations and other communications to advance and support institutional priorities, campaigns and initiatives.
Manage editorial process of content to be deployed through Harvard’s or other media/communication channels including identifying opportunities, story development, writing, faculty approval and eventual placement.
Represent HPAC on various cross-university/cross-central administration committees, working groups, task forces, etc., charged with advising and leading communications planning and strategy around priority topics or initiatives.
Engage and collaborate on other university-wide priorities as needed.
School/Unit:University Administration EEO Statement:We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.Job Summary:
The Assistant Director, University Communications is a key member of the Harvard Public Affairs and Communications (HPAC) team, responsible for planning, developing and implementing communications strategies to advance a wide range of university initiatives and priorities. Reporting to the Managing Director, University Communications, the Assistant Director is a primary member of the team responsible for both short- and long-term communications strategic planning and implementation. Working in close coordination with university and program leaders, along with communications, content and digital-focused colleagues across the university, the Assistant Director will craft, develop and deploy effective and innovative communications tactics, activities and campaigns to support and advance both internal and external facing initiatives and priorities.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging:Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.Benefits:We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:
Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
Work Format:Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote) LinkedIn Recruiter Tag (for internal use only):#LI-EP1Work Format Details:This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.