Assistant Director, Marketing and Communications

Stanford University; Stanford (CA); Remote; USD 103,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Seed is seeking a full-time Assistant Director, Marketing & Communications to amplify its mission. This role involves project management, campaign oversight, and community engagement to support entrepreneurs globally. Candidates should possess strong organizational and communication skills, with flexibility for remote work.

Benefits

Professional Development

Collaborative Culture

Competitive Salaries

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated project management experience.
• Excellent communication skills across multiple channels.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, scheduling, and tracking of marketing efforts.
• Oversee recruitment campaigns managing assets across channels.
• Serve as the primary admin for digital platforms.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Marketing Technology

Social Media Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Google Analytics

Pardot

WordPress

Job description

Stanford's Graduate School of Business (GSB) has earned a global reputation for excellence from its innovative and immersive management education programs. The GSB's degree and non-degree programs provide students with a transformative educational experience that is built on a foundation of faculty research. Through these efforts, the school creates ideas illuminating management practice and develops innovative, principled, and insightful leaders.

Stanford Seed , an initiative of the Stanford Graduate School of Business , is dedicated to ending the cycle of global poverty. We partner with entrepreneurs in emerging markets, including India, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Indonesia, to build thriving enterprises that transform lives. Through our world-class programs, we have supported over 9,000 founders/CEOs and team members, helping them increase revenue, create jobs, and generate positive impact for people and the planet.

The Opportunity
Stanford Seed is seeking a highly motivated, full-time Assistant Director, Marketing & Communications to help amplify our mission and share the stories of entrepreneurs who are changing the world. This is a full time benefits-eligible position. While proximity to Stanford's campus is a plus, we welcome remote applicants from all locations. Occasional international travel (1 - 3 times per year) is required.

In this role, you'll work closely with the Director of Marketing & Communications and collaborate with Stanford stakeholders and global partners. You'll lead a variety of projects-from brand collateral creation to social media strategy-while building systems and processes that enable meaningful global impact.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mission-driven project manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building relationships across cultures, and is energized by co-designing strategy, building systems, and executing on tasks.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

Project Management

• Lead the planning, scheduling, and tracking of marketing and communication efforts.
• Maintain clear timelines, anticipate bottlenecks, manage competing priorities, and provide regular status updates to stakeholders.

Campaigns & Content

• Oversee recruitment campaigns for the Seed Transformation Program (STP) and volunteer programs, managing assets and executing across email, WhatsApp, and social media.
• Coordinate with external agencies and internal stakeholders to support live and digital outreach events.
• Participate in social media strategy, content ideation, curation, and performance monitoring.
• Conduct social listening to uncover opportunities for engagement and identify brand risks.

Platform & Contractor Management

• Serve as the primary admin for digital platforms (e.g., Google Analytics, Pardot, Khoros, WhatsApp, Bitly, WordPress), ensuring smooth operations and timely updates.
• Manage external consultants and agencies; assist with sourcing new partners as needed.

Branding & Asset Management

• Support the implementation of brand guidelines across our global organization.
• Manage design needs for brochures, presentations, and templates; maintain and organize visual assets (photo/video) in Google Drive.
• Update website content and provide light design support (Google Slides, HTML).

Community Engagement

• Cultivate a vibrant Seed Transformation Network (alumni community) through newsletters, WhatsApp engagement, and program-specific communications.
• Draft and schedule emails using tools like Pardot (training provided as needed).

Event & Program Support

• Support real-time communications during events, design presentations, coordinate social content, and follow up on post-event deliverables.

Qualifications
Required

• Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated project management experience.
• Excellent communication skills across multiple channels and audiences.
• Strong organizational skills; ability to manage details while maintaining a clear view of project goals.
• Proficiency and interest in marketing technology, including CRM and lead management, social media platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram), Google Suite, website platforms, design tools, and email marketing.
• Adaptability and eagerness to learn new platforms and tools (e.g., Pardot, Khoros, Asana, WhatsApp, AI-based tools).
• Proactive, self-starting, and excellent at follow-through.
• Ability to translate high-level strategy into actionable steps and systems.

Preferred

• Experience working in international or emerging market contexts (e.g., Africa, South Asia).
• Recruitment experience in a higher education setting.
• Social media management.
• Design experience or experience working closely with designers.
• Proficiency with Salesforce, HTML, WhatsApp, Google Analytics, and creative tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva, etc.).

Why Join Stanford Seed?

• Make a Global Impact: Help shape the stories and strategies that support entrepreneurs driving economic and social change.
• Professional Development: Gain exposure to cutting-edge marketing technologies, international program management, and cross-cultural communications.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside passionate colleagues at the intersection of business, education, and global development.
• Support for Growth: Receive training on new platforms and tools as needed. Benefit from S tanford University's numerous employee benefits and "Stanford Sweeteners"

Work Environment

• Occasional international travel (1 - 3 times per year) is required for events or program launches.
• Flexibility in working hours is required (some early mornings) as our team is spread across numerous time zones.

This role is open to candidates anywhere in the United States. Stanford University has five Regional Pay Structures . The compensation for this position will be based on the location of the successful candidate.

The expected pay range for this position is $103,118 to $141,006 per annum/hour for remote positions.
The expected pay range for this position is $135,363 to $160,682 per annum/hour for on-site/hybrid positions.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate including but not limited to geographic location, knowledge, skills and abilities, relevant education, depth and breadth of experience, performance; as well as other business and organization needs such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the minimum qualifications, departmental budget availability, and market and internal equity across the unit, department and reporting relationships.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website ( https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards ) provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

How to Apply

We invite you to apply for this position by clicking on the "Apply for Job" button. To be considered, please submit a cover letter and resume along with your online application. If available, include a portfolio or samples of your communications work (e.g., writing samples, campaign materials, social media content)

Why Stanford is for You

Stanford's dedicated 16,000 staff come from diverse educational and career backgrounds. We are a collaborative environment that thrives on innovation and continuous improvement. At Stanford, we seek talent committed to excellence, driven to impact the future of our legacy, and improve lives on a global sphere. We provide competitive salaries, excellent health care and retirement plans, and a generous vacation policy, including additional time off during our winter closure. Our generous perks align with what matters to you:

Freedom to grow. Take advantage of career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a
course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or leader discuss global issues.

A caring culture. We understand the importance of your personal and family time and provide you
access to wellness programs, child-care resources, parent education and consultation, elder care and
caregiving support.

A healthier you. We make wellness a priority by providing access to world-class exercise facilities. Climb our rock wall, or participate in one of hundreds of health or fitness classes.

Discovery and fun. Visit campus gardens, trails, and museums.

Enviable resources. We offer free commuter programs and ridesharing incentives. Enjoy discounts for
computers, cell phones, recreation, travel, entertainment, and more!

We pride ourselves in being a culture that encourages and empowers you.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form .

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time
• Job Code: 4917
• Employee Status: Regular
• Grade: J
• Requisition ID: 106498
• Work Arrangement : Remote Eligible