Global Director of Communications & Community Relations

EDU Passport LLC; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Helsinki seeks a Director of Communications and Community Relations to lead and develop its communications and community relations sector. You will serve as a strategic partner to the rector and senior leadership, guiding branding, media relations, public engagement and major events.

You will oversee over 100 specialists, align activities with the university’s strategic plan, and work to enhance international visibility and the societal impact of research.

Qualifications

• Experience leading communications, community relations and advocacy work.
• Ability to set a clear long-term strategy and execute it.
• Clear communication of difficult issues.
• Experience with crisis communications.
• Goal‑oriented, enhancement‑led leadership style.
• Strong understanding of society, policy, and media environments.
• Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Proficiency in Finnish, English and Swedish in an international setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Communications and Community Relations sector.
• Partner with senior university leadership to support strategy and external engagement.
• Oversee activities including branding, media relations, public engagement and major events.
• Promote societal impact of research and strengthen global visibility.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Crisis communications

Advocacy

Strategic communications

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Job description

The University of Helsinki seeks a Director of Communications and Community Relations to lead and develop its communications and community relations sector. You will serve as a strategic partner to the rector and senior leadership, guiding branding, media relations, public engagement and major events.

You will oversee over 100 specialists, align activities with the university’s strategic plan, and work to enhance international visibility and the societal impact of research.