Director of Communications
Director of Communications
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Rutgers The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Director of Communications for University Finance and Administration ( UFA ). Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Strategic Financial Initiatives and Chief of Staff this role offers an exciting opportunity for a seasoned communications professional with excellent leadership skills to shape the voice of a critical universitywide division. Working collaboratively with units and teams within the division as well as with institutional and external partners the director will develop and implement a strategic communications plan for UFA that unifies and modernizes the divisions approach to internal and external communications while championing best practices and ensuring compliance with university guidance and policies. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Shapes and leads the overarching communications strategy for the division establishing a clear authentic and cohesive tone for the organization and effective communication of key messages which may be time-sensitive and highly-technical to internal and external stakeholders. Serves as the central point-of-contact and strategic lead for all UFA communications. Oversees content creation and dissemination working closely with colleagues in UFA to ensure strategic alignment high-quality output and effective engagement with target audiences across all communication platforms. Amplifies the work of the division through strategic and targeted external outreach helps advance the divisions values and guiding principles and promotes staff engagement through robust integrated internal communication strategies. Manages processes tools and projects related to communications of all types including official division email accounts routine messaging time-sensitive notifications leadership communications newsletters websites and web-based content events and publications. Leads the divisions communications team setting clear expectations offering guidance and mentorship and supporting professional growth and development. Fosters a culture of continuous improvement collaboration and inclusion while proactively addressing challenges and empowering team members to excel. Enhances the quality of division communication by providing leadership education and resources to support UFA staff in their communication efforts. The ideal candidate will have experience managing proactive and effective communications and marketing strategies the ability to engage and communicate with diverse audiences both internal and external to the organization and strong leadership abilities to inspire and guide a team towards success.
Overview
Rutgers The State University of New Jersey is a leading national research university and the State of New Jerseys preeminent comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. Ranked in 2022 by Forbes as a top 100 best large employer in America Rutgers commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe diverse and respectful workplace environment creating employment opportunities for our nations military veterans and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. University Finance and Administration ( UFA ) advances Rutgers strategic priorities through the management of all central financial administrative and student information systems and processes. We supply the universitys financial community the professional guidance services tools and information needed to make the informed decisions that contribute to Rutgers standing as an academic health and research powerhouse. We are deeply committed to our guiding principles and the core values that are critical for the long-term strategic growth of our division and the university. For more information please visit .
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in higher education. Familiarity with business and finance functions and concepts. Experience in Drupal or other web content management systems.
Rutgers The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Director of Communications for University Finance and Administration ( UFA ). Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Strategic Financial Initiatives and Chief of Staff this role offers an exciting opportunity for a seasoned communications professional with excellent leadership skills to shape the voice of a critical universitywide division. Working collaboratively with units and teams within the division as well as with institutional and external partners the director will develop and implement a strategic communications plan for UFA that unifies and modernizes the divisions approach to internal and external communications while championing best practices and ensuring compliance with university guidance and policies. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Shapes and leads the overarching communications strategy for the division establishing a clear authentic and cohesive tone for the organization and effective communication of key messages which may be time-sensitive and highly-technical to internal and external stakeholders. Serves as the central point-of-contact and strategic lead for all UFA communications. Oversees content creation and dissemination working closely with colleagues in UFA to ensure strategic alignment high-quality output and effective engagement with target audiences across all communication platforms. Amplifies the work of the division through strategic and targeted external outreach helps advance the divisions values and guiding principles and promotes staff engagement through robust integrated internal communication strategies. Manages processes tools and projects related to communications of all types including official division email accounts routine messaging time-sensitive notifications leadership communications newsletters websites and web-based content events and publications. Leads the divisions communications team setting clear expectations offering guidance and mentorship and supporting professional growth and development. Fosters a culture of continuous improvement collaboration and inclusion while proactively addressing challenges and empowering team members to excel. Enhances the quality of division communication by providing leadership education and resources to support UFA staff in their communication efforts. The ideal candidate will have experience managing proactive and effective communications and marketing strategies the ability to engage and communicate with diverse audiences both internal and external to the organization and strong leadership abilities to inspire and guide a team towards success.
Overview
Rutgers The State University of New Jersey is a leading national research university and the State of New Jerseys preeminent comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. Ranked in 2022 by Forbes as a top 100 best large employer in America Rutgers commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe diverse and respectful workplace environment creating employment opportunities for our nations military veterans and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. University Finance and Administration ( UFA ) advances Rutgers strategic priorities through the management of all central financial administrative and student information systems and processes. We supply the universitys financial community the professional guidance services tools and information needed to make the informed decisions that contribute to Rutgers standing as an academic health and research powerhouse. We are deeply committed to our guiding principles and the core values that are critical for the long-term strategic growth of our division and the university. For more information please visit .
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in higher education. Familiarity with business and finance functions and concepts. Experience in Drupal or other web content management systems.
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