University of Chicago · 2 months ago
Associate Director of Provost Communications
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$90K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expThe University of Chicago is a prestigious institution that seeks an Associate Director of Provost Communications to provide communications support for the Office of the Provost. This role involves collaborating with various academic divisions and ensuring that communications align with the university's overall objectives, while managing logistics for high-profile events.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Leads development of briefings, talking points, and other materials intended to prepare the Provost for public or campus-wide engagements
Manages all aspects of Office of the Provost communications including: developing deployment strategies; drafting, editing, and obtaining approval for talking points, messages, invitations, and other materials; deploying email messages through the University’s content management system (CMS); and updating websites, among additional responsibilities
Partners with Vice Provosts to develop and implement key internal and external communications in ways that support Vice Provost portfolio strategies and that align with broader Office of the Provost communications objectives
Serves as the main point of contact for communications needs related to the Provost and the Office of the Provost; assesses, triages, and swiftly manages all communications requests and follow-ups
Serves as the main point person on shared initiatives between the Office of University Communications and the Office of the Provost; provides input and support on Office of University Communications projects and initiatives focused on research or scholarship or that otherwise require Office of the Provost insights and coordination
Ensures timely distribution of information about news, events, and other initiatives, including messages to email lists managed by the Office of the Provost
Supports implementation of all Office of the Provost-sponsored events, including assisting with logistics and a run of show for high-profile events that involve the Provost, developing content for the events, and marketing the events
Develops and implements reports to measure the effectiveness of communication efforts using performance indicators and analytics, and provides reports and recommendations based on this data to the Chief of Staff
Maintains the Office of the Provost communications calendar, ensuring consistency and timing of outgoing messages
Supports organizational announcements and change management communications as needed
Develops, plans, and disseminates information designed to keep the public informed of the organization’s programs, accomplishments, or point of view
Makes contributions to the media interface, including writing press releases, planning and organizing media coverage for major events, and crafting responses to sensitive or controversial issues
Solves moderate to complex problems related to the writing, preparation, and/or delivery of information from or about the unit
Performs other related work as needed
Qualification
Required
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline
Leads development of briefings, talking points, and other materials intended to prepare the Provost for public or campus-wide engagements
Manages all aspects of Office of the Provost communications including: developing deployment strategies; drafting, editing, and obtaining approval for talking points, messages, invitations, and other materials; deploying email messages through the University's content management system (CMS); and updating websites, among additional responsibilities
Partners with Vice Provosts to develop and implement key internal and external communications in ways that support Vice Provost portfolio strategies and that align with broader Office of the Provost communications objectives
Serves as the main point of contact for communications needs related to the Provost and the Office of the Provost; assesses, triages, and swiftly manages all communications requests and follow-ups
Serves as the main point person on shared initiatives between the Office of University Communications and the Office of the Provost; provides input and support on Office of University Communications projects and initiatives focused on research or scholarship or that otherwise require Office of the Provost insights and coordination
Ensures timely distribution of information about news, events, and other initiatives, including messages to email lists managed by the Office of the Provost
Supports implementation of all Office of the Provost-sponsored events, including assisting with logistics and a run of show for high-profile events that involve the Provost, developing content for the events, and marketing the events
Develops and implements reports to measure the effectiveness of communication efforts using performance indicators and analytics, and provides reports and recommendations based on this data to the Chief of Staff
Maintains the Office of the Provost communications calendar, ensuring consistency and timing of outgoing messages
Supports organizational announcements and change management communications as needed
Develops, plans, and disseminates information designed to keep the public informed of the organization's programs, accomplishments, or point of view
Makes contributions to the media interface, including writing press releases, planning and organizing media coverage for major events, and crafting responses to sensitive or controversial issues
Solves moderate to complex problems related to the writing, preparation, and/or delivery of information from or about the unit
Performs other related work as needed
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field
Master's degree
8-10 years of professional experience in organizational communications or public affairs in a complex environment and organizational structure with multiple stakeholders, such as higher education, politics and government, non-profit, or corporate settings
Proven success in communications, preferably including experience in higher education and/or non-profit organizations or similar settings
Demonstrated ability to influence people to meet goals and deadlines and work collaboratively with senior leadership, consultants, colleagues, and other constituents
Experience overseeing production of marketing and communication materials
Demonstrated knowledge of communications best practices including technology
Exceptional oral and written communication skills, including advanced editing abilities, interpersonal skills, attention to detail, demonstrated knowledge of grammar, punctuation, spelling, style, and familiarity with the Chicago Manual of Style
Outstanding project, time management, and organizational skills, including the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, meet deadlines, and proactively anticipate organizational needs
Proven ability to lead and work effectively both horizontally and vertically across an organization, independently and collaboratively, with a high degree of self-motivation, initiative, creativity, and problem-solving and decision-making skills
Proficiency with email and website CMS platforms, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe products, and creating PowerPoint presentations; working knowledge of social media and web tools
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle complex and sensitive information with discretion and tact
Benefits
Health, retirement, and paid time off
Company
University of Chicago
One of the world’s great intellectual destinations, the University of Chicago empowers scholars and students to ask tough questions, cross disciplinary boundaries, and challenge conventional thinking to enrich human life around the globe.
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