Associate Dean, Communications & Brand Strategy

The City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

The City University of New York School of Medicine in Harlem seeks an Associate Dean of Communications and Marketing. This executive position oversees branding, storytelling, and public voice to align academic priorities with fundraising and advancement goals.

You will lead a cross-functional team, partner with University Communications and Development, and shape a cohesive, multi-platform communications strategy for education, research, and clinical care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience.
• Executive compensation plan context is preferred.
• Experience leading strategic communications and fundraising messaging.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic communications leadership across branding, marketing, public relations, and engagement.
• Lead a multi-platform content strategy—web, digital, print, social media, and campaigns.
• Partner with development, advancement, and leadership to align messaging with fundraising goals.
• Oversee media relations, executive communications, and internal communications.
• Build and mentor a high-performing communications team and manage budget/planning.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic communications

Storytelling

Crisis communications

Digital communications

Media relations

Donor communications

Leadership and management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The City University of New York School of Medicine in Harlem seeks an Associate Dean of Communications and Marketing. This executive position oversees branding, storytelling, and public voice to align academic priorities with fundraising and advancement goals.

You will lead a cross-functional team, partner with University Communications and Development, and shape a cohesive, multi-platform communications strategy for education, research, and clinical care.