Senior Director, Strategic Communications & Brand

University of California Merced; Merced (CA); Sur place; USD 140 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

University of California, Merced, is seeking an Associate Vice Chancellor for Strategic Communications & Brand Management to lead campus-wide PR, marketing and internal communications. You will shape multi-year programs, advise senior leadership, and coordinate with deans, schools and key partners to enhance UC Merced's reputation.

The role directs a centralized team, aligns messaging with institutional priorities, and represents UC Merced in external forums and partner discussions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in journalism, communications, marketing, public relations or related field.
• Ten years of related experience with at least five years in a senior management role.
• Experience in a nonprofit educational or cultural setting is preferred.
• Valid CA Driver's License is required.

Responsabilités

• Oversee campus-wide strategic public relations, marketing, brand management, and internal communications.
• Provide strategic advice to senior leadership and collaborate with campus partners across divisions.
• Lead centralized marketing, public relations team and manage budget and staffing for related programs.
• Represent UC Merced in systemwide meetings and external engagements.

Connaissances

Strategic communications

Brand management

Public relations

Leadership

Crisis communication

Formation

Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, marketing, public relations or related field

Advanced degree in journalism, communications, marketing, public relations or related field (preferred)

Description du poste

University of California, Merced, is seeking an Associate Vice Chancellor for Strategic Communications & Brand Management to lead campus-wide PR, marketing and internal communications. You will shape multi-year programs, advise senior leadership, and coordinate with deans, schools and key partners to enhance UC Merced's reputation.

The role directs a centralized team, aligns messaging with institutional priorities, and represents UC Merced in external forums and partner discussions.