Communications Manager

Harvard University, Faculty of Arts & Sciences; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off including PAR

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans with university accr

Wellbeing resources

Tuition assistance and reimbursement

Commuter benefits and campus perks

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Harvard University, Faculty of Arts and Sciences – Davis Center seeks a seasoned communications leader to oversee branding, marketing strategies, and multi-channel content across print and digital platforms. You will guide messaging for diverse audiences and collaborate with faculty, staff, and alumni to advance regional studies and public engagement.

You will manage editorial processes, supervise staff, and ensure compliant content creation while supporting the Davis Center’s mission to promote

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years progressive experience in communications, marketing, or public relations.
• Experience with digital and multimedia content development and distribution.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements communications and marketing programs to promote understanding and support among the Center’s key constituencies.
• Oversees the creation and management of all Center content across print and digital platforms, ensuring alignment with the Center’s mission.
• Develops marketing plans that advance the Center’s programs and activities.
• Manages the Davis Center website, publications, email marketing, and social media channels to advance key messages and expand the Center’s brand.
• Responds to questions and queries from media and the public, directing them to colleagues as needed to build the Center’s reputation.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of communication strategies using data-driven analysis and metrics.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

5+ years comms exp

Digital and multimedia

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field

Tools

Content management systems

Adobe Creative Suite

Web/social media management

Job description

Company Description

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community thatadvances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways,inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills andexpertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcomingenvironment where everyone can thrive.

Why join the Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences?

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) is the historic heart ofHarvard University. It is the home of Harvard’s undergraduateprogram (Harvard College, founded in 1636) as well as all ofHarvard’s Ph.D. programs (the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin GraduateSchool of Arts and Sciences, founded in 1872), Harvard Athleticsand the Division of Continuing Education. The 40 academicdepartments and 30+ centers of the FAS support a communityunparalleled in its academic excellence across the broadest rangeof liberal arts and sciences disciplines. Together, the FAS seeksto foster an environment of ambition, curiosity and sharedcommitment to knowledge and truth that elicits excellence from allmembers of our community and prepares the next generation ofleaders through a transformative educational experience.

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Davis Center is the gateway for interdisciplinary study ofRussia, Eurasia, and Eastern Europe at Harvard University. Ourcollaborative community of faculty, scholars, students, and staff,push the boundaries of accessible, interdisciplinary work onEurasia through world-leading innovative scholarship, creativeteaching, and broad learning. With a dedicated mission to advanceresearch from across our field at Harvard and beyond, we educatefuture leaders of all ages—from K-14 to our wider community—whowill make enduring contributions and want to apply deep knowledgeto contemporary problems in the region.

The Davis Center values creativity, vigorous scholarly engagement,and a collaborative team environment. We seek a dynamicself-starter with a passion for storytelling, translating complextopics into accessible narratives in multiple formats, and engagingwith our community. This position reports to the Davis Center’sAssociate Director.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

Communications

• Develops and implements communications and marketing programsto promote understanding and support among the Center’s keyconstituencies.
• Oversees the creation and management of all Center contentacross print and digital platforms, ensuring alignment with theCenter’s mission.
• Develops marketing plans that advance the Center’s programs andactivities.
• Manages the Davis Center website, publications, emailmarketing, and social media channels to advance key messages andexpand the Davis Center’s brand.
• Manages the relationship with the Center’s web developer,including contracting for new and enhanced services.
• Responds to questions and requests from media and the public,and redirects such queries to colleagues as needed, to build theCenter’s reputation as a trusted resource and leader in Russian andEurasian studies.
• Participates in the design of communications collateral formajor milestone events and reunions.
• Recruits and manages contracted communications professionals,such as copy editors, writers, graphic designers, printers, andphotographers.
• Initiates positive and proactive relationships with bothinternal and external constituents.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of communication strategies byusing data-driven analysis and monitoring relevant metrics.
• Ensures adherence to digital content best practices, Harvardguidelines, trademark policy, accessibility standards, copyrightcompliance, and other policies. Establishes guidelines that ensurestandardization across the center’s print and digitalchannels.
• Supports colleagues’ professional development through skillshares or guidelines.
• Contributes to the community of communications and marketingstaff within CGIS, FAS, and Harvard writ large.

Development and Alumni Relations

• Provides Center’s development team witheditorial/communications support.
• Works collaboratively with the Associate Director and StudentPrograms Officer on strategies to build and maintain relationshipswith alumni.

Supervisory/Management

• Hires, trains, supervises, and supports the professionaldevelopment of any student assistants or interns supporting theCenter’s communications efforts.
• Responsible for managing the communications budget.

Other duties

as determined by supervisor.

Working Conditions

This is a full-time position. Like all Davis Center positions, itrequires a strong in-office presence. All full-time staff currentlywork 3-4 days in the office and 1-2 days remotely. This may beadjusted at a later date. Tuesday is an "anchor" day.

Physical Requirements

Limited travel may be required.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 5 years of progressive experience in communications, marketing,or public relations, digital and multimedia.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

Understanding of strategic and day-to-day communications challengesin complex multi-cultural and international environment stronglypreferred. Experience and/or interest in Russia, Eastern Europe andEurasia desirable. Strong writing and editorial skills, as well asbroad knowledge of print and digital design and productionprocesses and tools are also desired. Candidates should haveexperience shaping communications strategy and be creative infinding new and innovative approaches to marketing andcommunications for different constituents, especially in a highereducation, non-profit, or think tank sectors.

Additional Information

• Candidate materials : Submit a cover letter alongwith a resume to be considered.
• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University isunable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education

To learn more about the Davis Center, visit us at: https://daviscenter.fas.harvard.edu/

Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders thatsome of the duties and responsibilities can be effectivelyperformed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and locationwill be set by the department at its discretion and based uponoperational needs. When not working at a Harvard orHarvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions mustwork in a Harvard registered state in compliance with theUniversity’s Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts .Additional details will be discussed during the interview process.Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location.Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements priorto employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 057. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed tosupport a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental andfinancial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Ourbenefits include, but are not limited to:

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage startingon day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including tuitionassistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & WellbeingPage .

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination . We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on thebasis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexualorientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability,or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in theuniversity's non-discrimination policy. Harvard'sequal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life freefrom harassment and discrimination.