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Director of Communications, Provost & Provost Office

The George Washington University

Job Description Summary: 

Communications and Marketing develops and implements strategy and tactics for showcasing and raising the visibility of the university’s experts, initiatives, and accomplishments. It manages media inquiries and interviews with senior university leadership and produces print and online publications to showcase the university.

The Office of Communications and Marketing is currently seeking a Director of Communications for the Provost & Provost Office. The office combines the communications, marketing and creative services for the university.

The Director of Communications provides strategic counsel and expertise in the development and implementation of high-impact communications for the Provost and Office of the Provost that protect and advance the academic reputation of the university.

Responsibilities for this senior position include:

  • Leading communications strategy and execution on behalf of the Provost, focusing efforts on university-wide academic-related announcements, particularly those that are highly visible and impactful, cross various areas of the university, and significantly advance the Provost’s priorities and enhance the university’s academic enterprise.
  • Strategizing, developing and implementing communications plans and writing and editing communications materials.
  • Serving as a trusted advisor and thought partner to the Provost and his leadership team.
  • Directing project management, communications strategy, and execution or operationalization of select strategic priorities as identified by the Provost.
  • Advising other relevant teams within the Office of the Provost on communications strategies and tactics.
  • Leading Internal Communications staff in developing and executing communication strategies and tactics for the Office of the Provost and its units.
  • Working closely with the Executive Director of Communications in leading the broader Internal Communications team, contributing to the issues management function, and coordinating with colleagues in Communications and Marketing and relevant offices across the university on development and implementation of communications strategies, tactics and initiatives.

Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications: 

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 8 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 6 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Experience in supporting verbal and written executive communications and being a trusted advisor and thought partner to an academic executive.
  • Experience with broad communications planning for academic and other university priority areas.
  • Experience in leading communications and managing various projects for high-priority strategic initiatives, projects, or events.
  • Ability to quickly synthesize complex information in a fast-paced environment.

Typical Hiring Range Commensurate with Experience.

Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department: External Relations

Family Comm, Mktg & Media

Sub-Family Communications and Public Relations

Stream Management

Level Level 3

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (daytime hours), Occasional evenings/weekends

Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes

Employee Onsite Status Hybrid

Telework: Yes

Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

Special Instructions to Applicants: 

Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

Internal Applicants Only? Yes (University Wide)

Posting Number: S012928

Job Open Date: 03/26/2024

Job Close Date: 03/29/2024

If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: 

Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement: 

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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