Senior Director, External Engagement - Strategy & Impact

University of California Office of the President; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 185,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior Director of External Engagement at the University of California Office of the President oversees systemwide social media, multimedia, and editorial strategy. The role leads a team of about 10 professionals and contractors, shaping communications that support UC priorities across channels.

Hybrid work with two days per week onsite in Oakland, CA, and close collaboration with AVP and campus partners. Requires extensive leadership and a proven track record in strategic communications.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of strategic communications experience in large, complex organizations.
• Strong digital content experience for social, multimedia, and editorial messaging.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage budgets/timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute systemwide communications plans and paid outreach across channels.
• Lead and mentor a team of social, editorial, and multimedia professionals to ensure high-quality, timely content.

Skills

Strategic communications

Digital content

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Editorial skills

Verbal communication

Project management

Data-driven storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Monday.com

BOX

Slack

Job description

The Senior Director of External Engagement at the University of California Office of the President oversees systemwide social media, multimedia, and editorial strategy. The role leads a team of about 10 professionals and contractors, shaping communications that support UC priorities across channels.

Hybrid work with two days per week onsite in Oakland, CA, and close collaboration with AVP and campus partners. Requires extensive leadership and a proven track record in strategic communications.