University of Chicago Divinity School
Associate Dean, Communications, Marketing, and Strategic Planning
University of Chicago Divinity School, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
The Associate Dean for Communications, Marketing, and Strategic Planning in the Divinity School reports to the Dean of the Divinity School in the areas of internal and external communications, marketing, press relations, and strategic planning and plays a critical role in decision-making and execution of those decisions. The Associate Dean is the chief communicator for the School who uses specialized knowledge, breadth of expertise, vision, and initiative to plan, develop, design, and implement a communications plan that unifies messaging and enhances the visibility and impact of the School.
For a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on.Responsibilities
Leads the development and implementation of a comprehensive communications strategy that consistently conveys the Divinity School’s mission, distinctive strengths, and strategic priorities to a broad set of constituents. Advises Divinity School leadership and collaborates with central University Communications to unify messaging and enhance the visibility and impact of the School.Leads the development of the communications strategic plan to ensure the Divinity School is a top-of-mind destination and resource for faculty, students, partners, donors, community members, and others interested in learning more about, and contributing to, the academic study of religion.Leads the development and implementation of a program of internal communications for the Divinity School with a focus on purpose-driven, multidirectional messaging which taps into larger context and conversation.Ensures that key constituencies understand the comprehensiveness, uniqueness, and importance of the work of the Divinity School through well-timed and appropriately frequent outreach and communications.Crafts the key messages and languages most important to fostering a shared Divinity School identity and purpose and telling its story.Develops, implements, maintains, and regularly reviews sustainable multi-channel vehicles for communicating.Collaborates with the Divinity School’s Director of Development and with central Alumni Relations and Development staff to contribute to proposals and marketing materials.Manages the internal and external Divinity School online presence by developing content and organizing and updating information on the Divinity School’s website and social media channels.Collaborates with Divinity School leadership, faculty, staff, and students to coordinate publicity of Divinity School conferences and events.Collaborates with Divinity School leadership on production of written communications including print and electronic publications.Builds, strengthens, and maintains the relationship between the Divinity School and University Communications.Oversees maintenance of the Divinity School’s physical and digital archives of photos, publications, and other digital and printed material.Plans, develops, designs, and implements the strategic and tactical marketing plans for the Divinity School.Designs, writes, and edits high profile or high visibility marketing materials.Acts as a strategist or project lead to plan, develop, and disseminate information designed to keep the public informed of the organization's programs.Solves complex and unique problems related to the writing, preparation, and/or delivery of information from or about the unit.Performs other related work as needed.Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.Preferred Qualifications
Writing and editing for traditional and digital media.Demonstrated knowledge of online tools and other metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of communications and engagement efforts.Experience with developing and implementing strategic plans.Demonstrated record of managing large, complex initiatives with high-impact results.Preferred Competencies
Outstanding communication and listening skills.Exceptional interpersonal, organization, and communication skills.Organized self-starter with an orientation to action.Demonstrated leadership abilities.Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills.Resourceful problem-solver and critical thinker.Handle sensitive and confidential situations and information with discretion and tact.Successfully manage a workload that balances long-range planning with the unanticipated daily demands.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.High level of professionalism, tactfulness, judgment, and diplomacy.Working Conditions
Work is primarily in-person, with a significant majority of time spent working both collaboratively and independently on campus.Some nights or weekend hours on campus and/or on video/phone calls.
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For a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on.Responsibilities
Leads the development and implementation of a comprehensive communications strategy that consistently conveys the Divinity School’s mission, distinctive strengths, and strategic priorities to a broad set of constituents. Advises Divinity School leadership and collaborates with central University Communications to unify messaging and enhance the visibility and impact of the School.Leads the development of the communications strategic plan to ensure the Divinity School is a top-of-mind destination and resource for faculty, students, partners, donors, community members, and others interested in learning more about, and contributing to, the academic study of religion.Leads the development and implementation of a program of internal communications for the Divinity School with a focus on purpose-driven, multidirectional messaging which taps into larger context and conversation.Ensures that key constituencies understand the comprehensiveness, uniqueness, and importance of the work of the Divinity School through well-timed and appropriately frequent outreach and communications.Crafts the key messages and languages most important to fostering a shared Divinity School identity and purpose and telling its story.Develops, implements, maintains, and regularly reviews sustainable multi-channel vehicles for communicating.Collaborates with the Divinity School’s Director of Development and with central Alumni Relations and Development staff to contribute to proposals and marketing materials.Manages the internal and external Divinity School online presence by developing content and organizing and updating information on the Divinity School’s website and social media channels.Collaborates with Divinity School leadership, faculty, staff, and students to coordinate publicity of Divinity School conferences and events.Collaborates with Divinity School leadership on production of written communications including print and electronic publications.Builds, strengthens, and maintains the relationship between the Divinity School and University Communications.Oversees maintenance of the Divinity School’s physical and digital archives of photos, publications, and other digital and printed material.Plans, develops, designs, and implements the strategic and tactical marketing plans for the Divinity School.Designs, writes, and edits high profile or high visibility marketing materials.Acts as a strategist or project lead to plan, develop, and disseminate information designed to keep the public informed of the organization's programs.Solves complex and unique problems related to the writing, preparation, and/or delivery of information from or about the unit.Performs other related work as needed.Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.Preferred Qualifications
Writing and editing for traditional and digital media.Demonstrated knowledge of online tools and other metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of communications and engagement efforts.Experience with developing and implementing strategic plans.Demonstrated record of managing large, complex initiatives with high-impact results.Preferred Competencies
Outstanding communication and listening skills.Exceptional interpersonal, organization, and communication skills.Organized self-starter with an orientation to action.Demonstrated leadership abilities.Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills.Resourceful problem-solver and critical thinker.Handle sensitive and confidential situations and information with discretion and tact.Successfully manage a workload that balances long-range planning with the unanticipated daily demands.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.High level of professionalism, tactfulness, judgment, and diplomacy.Working Conditions
Work is primarily in-person, with a significant majority of time spent working both collaboratively and independently on campus.Some nights or weekend hours on campus and/or on video/phone calls.
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