Strategic Communications & Outreach Lead

University of Central Florida; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Pegasus Research Institute leads strategic communications and outreach to advance its mission and impact within the University of Central Florida system. The role oversees content, digital platforms, events, and stakeholder engagement while aligning messaging with institutional standards.

The position requires a Master’s degree with 7–10 years in strategic communications or related fields, plus experience leading executive and multi-stakeholder communications, and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 7–10 years in strategic communications or related field.
• Experience leading executive and multi-stakeholder communications.
• Ability to translate complex research into clear messaging.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive communications and outreach strategies.
• Lead executive and multi-stakeholder communications.
• Oversee website content, newsletters, reports.
• Coordinate workshops, conferences, and events.
• Translate complex research into accessible messaging.
• Monitor engagement metrics and adjust strategies.

Skills

Strategic communications

Public affairs

Stakeholder engagement

Editorial planning

Brand governance

Crisis communications

Team leadership

Events coordination

Education

Master's degree

Tools

CMS

Job description

Pegasus Research Institute leads strategic communications and outreach to advance its mission and impact within the University of Central Florida system. The role oversees content, digital platforms, events, and stakeholder engagement while aligning messaging with institutional standards.

The position requires a Master’s degree with 7–10 years in strategic communications or related fields, plus experience leading executive and multi-stakeholder communications, and strong leadership skills.