Communications Manager (7462U) - #71211
University of California-Berkeley - Berkeley, California, United States, 94709![University of California-Berkeley](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Main Campus-Berkeley
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Full Time
About Berkeley
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.
The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature.
We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.
Departmental Overview
The Goldman School of Public Policy (GSPP) has 30 ladder rank faculty, 12 emeriti faculty, more than 70 staff members, and more than 30 academic Lecturers. It occupies seven buildings (both on and off-campus) with more than 40,000 assignable square feet; within those buildings are eight classrooms and more than 100 offices.
The School is primarily a graduate school, with four-degree programs at the graduate level: the Masters of Public Policy (MPP); a Self-Supporting Degree Program - the Masters of Public Affairs (MPA); the Masters of Development Practice (MDP); and our PhD program in Public Policy.
The Berkeley Risk & Security Lab (BRSL) at the UC Berkeley's Goldman School of Public Policy is an academic research center focused on the intersection of technology and security.
Position Summary
Oversees strategic communications plan for the Berkeley Risk & Resilience Lab (BRSL). Reports directly to the Faculty Director of BRSL, and serves on the center's strategic leadership team.
Responsibilities
Strategic Partnerships
Work closely with the Faculty Director of the Berkeley Risk & Security Laboratory.
Establish collaborative relationships with the Goldman School's Director of Communication.
Build and maintain good working relationships at all organizational levels.
Handle breaking news situations, including developing strategies for sensitive issues.
Research, compile and summarize issues, policies and topics.
Publication Design, Preparation, and Promotion
Review, edit, and copy-edit BRSL publications.
Promote BRSL publications and podcasts through various channels.
Oversee the BRSL newsletter and promote events.
Media Efforts
Utilize all news/media pipelines effectively.
Other duties as assigned; may involve evening and weekend work.
Required Qualifications
Thorough knowledge of news, media communications and media relations.
Strong competence in written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills.
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to create and implement strategic communications plans.
Salary & Benefits
This is an 18 month, full-time (40 hours/week), contract appointment, eligible for UC benefits with the possibility of extension with continued funding.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Other Information
This is not a visa opportunity.
This position is eligible for up to 90% remote work.
Conviction History Background
This is a designated position requiring a background check.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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