Director of Communications and External Relations
Company: Harvard University
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: March 15, 2023
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Job Description:
Director of Communications and External RelationsFaculty of Arts
and Sciences61193BRJob SummaryThis position is responsible for
developing and leading a strategic, integrated approach to
communications and marketing, alumni relations, and fundraising to
advance the mission of the Davis Center. Reports to the Executive
Director. -
-Develops strategic communications and marketing programs designed
to engender understanding and support among key constituencies for
the Davis Center and its goals. Works closely with Davis Center
senior leadership and programs staff on specific communications
needs in print, electronic, and digital media. Develops marketing
plans for individual Davis Center programs (e.g., Master's Degree
Program in Regional Studies-REECA; Fellows Program) to achieve
recruitment goals and elevate these programs' stature, particularly
within academia and the policy community. Decides on and monitors
metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of communications.Position
DescriptionCommunicationsPR/Media relations. Advises leadership on
the development of communication policies and significant matters
of marketing and public relations. Responds to questions and
requests from media, the public, and the community, including for
critical and sensitive matters. Offers counsel and guidelines to
colleagues for dealing with the media, and provides coaching in
public speaking.Events. Participates in the design of major
milestone events and reunions to engage noteworthy alumni, donors,
and prospects; works with events- and programs staff to
operationalize and produce appropriate materials.Outreach/community
engagement. Initiates positive and proactive relationships with
both internal and external constituents, including Harvard
international and public affairs staff, the local Russian emigre
community, Boston-area community organizations, regional studies
organizations, and people in government. Collaborates with the
Center's Associate Director on developing and implementing the
Center's outreach and engagement strategy; serves as final approver
on editorial content and creative work produced by the Outreach
team.Publications. Manages the Davis Center annual report, website,
brochures, email marketing program, and social media strategy in a
way that advances key messages, communicates impact, and helps grow
the Davis Center's brand. Works with students and scholars to
develop and publish academic think pieces on the Davis Center
website.Knowledge/policy/branding. Maintains comprehensive
knowledge of techniques and best practices for maintaining the
Davis Center's communications products and infrastructure; problem
solves as needed. -
-Development and StewardshipStewardship and donor/foundation
relations. Provides senior leadership with advice on complex and
critical stewardship and donor relations issues, particularly
surrounding leadership giving and foundation relations. Coordinates
with University development staff to ensure consistency in donor
communications at the highest level. Works with Harvard development
staff on the solicitation, research, and establishment and
stewardship of new major gifts. Works with the Faculty and
Executive Directors, the Director of Administration and Finance,
and programs staff to ensure that gifts are used in accordance with
the donors' intent toward the most urgent priorities.Development
communications. Develops fundraising and stewardship publications
of a high level. Works collaboratively with faculty and senior
staff on the strategic development and writing of grant proposals,
case statements, and other key development communications. -Alumni
Relations. Works collaboratively with the Executive Director and
Student Programs Officer on strategies to facilitate two-way
communication and build lifelong relationships with alumni in
support of the Davis Center.Advisory Board. Actively participates
in managing and developing the Center's Advisory Board, consisting
of principal/major donors, prospects, friends, and alumni; manages
board membership list and terms, tracks membership pipeline; helps
Executive Director and Board Chair establish goals, agenda and
choreography for biannual meetings. -Annual giving. Oversees the
annual fundraising program. -
-Supervises, trains, and supports the development of the
Communications Coordinator, as well as students and interns
supporting the Center's communications efforts. -Basic
QualificationsBachelor's degree. -5+ years of progressive
experience in communications, marketing, or public relations,
digital- and multimedia, and educational advancement. -Background
in Russian/Eurasian studies. -Supervisory experience.Additional
Qualifications and SkillsAdvanced knowledge of donor relations and
stewardship. Experience in a development environment, preferably in
higher education. Exceptional writing and editorial ability, as
well as broad knowledge of print and digital production processes.
-Must have a nuanced understanding of issues affecting education,
communications, and philanthropy in Russia/Eurasia such as they
affect the Center's work with partners and programs in and from the
region. Fluency in Russian highly desirable. Must be able to handle
confidential information with utmost discretion. -Outstanding
interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively respond to and
interact tactfully with colleagues, senior staff, faculty,
prospects, donors, and alumni. Creative in finding new and
innovative ways to think about marketing and communications for
different constituents. Must possess creative problem-solving
abilities and a willingness to offer novel ideas and strategies.
Editorial/design background as well as proficiency in Adobe
Creative Suite strongly preferred. -Working ConditionsThis is a
full-time position. Like all Davis Center positions, it requires a
strong in-office presence. All full-time staff currently work four
days in the office and one day remotely. This may be adjusted at a
later date. -Wednesday is an "anchor" day.
Harvard University continues to place the highest priority on the
health, safety and wellbeing of its faculty, staff, and students,
as well as the wider community. Please note that all new employees
will be required to provide confirmation of primary series COVID-19
vaccination upon hire, as detailed on our COVID-19 Vaccine
Requirement Webpage . Harvard University Health Services employees
and other health care individuals are also required to be up to
date on vaccination as described by the CDC. Individuals may claim
exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious
reasons. Additional information regarding this requirement,
exemptions, verification of vaccination status, and other related
policies and resources may be found on the University's COVID-19
Information Website .
-Additional InformationIn order to be considered for this position,
candidates are required to include a cover letter. -
To learn more about the Davis Center visit us at:
-https://daviscenter.fas.harvard.edu/. -Job
FunctionCommunicationsLocationUSA - MA - CambridgeJob CodeCM1057
Communications Management IISub-Unit------------DepartmentDavis
Center for Russian and Eurasian StudiesCommitment to Equity,
Diversity, Inclusion, and BelongingHarvard 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.EEO StatementWe 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.
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