Director, Marketing and Communications
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Position Title: Director, Marketing and Communications
Position Number (Final): 00501510
Employee Group: Managerial & Professional
Job Category: Communications and Marketing
Location: Kingston, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid)
About Queen's UniversityQueen’s University is the Canadian research intensive university with a transformative student learning experience. We are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcome applications from individuals from equity seeking groups such as women, racialized/visible minorities, Indigenous/Aboriginal peoples, persons with a disability, persons who identify in the LGBTQ+ community and others who reflect the diversity of Canadian society.
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Job SummaryReporting to the Executive Director, Finance and Administration, and working collaboratively with the senior administration team, as well as faculty, staff and students, the Director of Marketing and Communications is responsible for the development, coordination, facilitation and execution of the Faculty's strategic marketing and communications programs and activities. The incumbent will play an active role with a priority focus on areas that include promoting program offerings to current and prospective students, enhancing the faculty's web presence and external research profile, leading internal communications, and supporting the development and implementation of funding initiatives and revenue generating programs.
Job DescriptionKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Lead the development and implementation of strategic communications to enhance the Faculty's image and reputation both nationally and internationally.
• Proactively identify new strategic marketing opportunities, and develop and implement marketing initiatives to build and strengthen the Faculty's brand.
• Provide leadership on the management of marketing and communications programs that support the strategic needs of the Faculty.
• Provide expert advice to the Dean, faculty and staff on communications and marketing issues.
• Work closely with Queen's Media to increase the media profile of faculty members.
• Collaborate with the Queen's Law and central Alumni & Advancement teams to support annual and major giving projects.
• Oversee the development and management of all communication material, including print, electronic and web-based information.
• Plan and implement strategies to introduce new technologies and media, including social media.
• Liaise with Queen's central and Faculty groups to ensure alignment with the University's vision.
• Ensure timely and high-quality strategic communications emanating from the Faculty.
• Source and manage outside communication and marketing consultants.
• Lead strategic communications and marketing programs for advancement activities.
• Represent the Faculty on University committees and working groups.
• Oversee and prepare a communications and marketing budget annually.
• Plan, prioritize and manage the work of employees, providing guidance and coaching.
• Manage performance and conduct formal performance reviews.
• Assess staff training and development needs.
• Investigate and resolve employee/labour relations issues.
• Other duties as required in support of the Faculty of Law.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• University degree in Business, Journalism, Public Relations, Communications or related field.
• Minimum 10 years' progressively responsible experience, including 5 to 7 years at a senior level in a strategic communications capacity.
• Several years of demonstrated project management experience.
• Extensive knowledge of strategic planning processes.
SPECIAL SKILLS:
• Excellent ability to meet all communications and marketing needs in a prioritized and strategic fashion.
• Strong analytical research skills.
• Excellent presentation and communications skills including superior writing and editing abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholder groups.
• Strong problem-solving skills and creative thinking.
DECISION MAKING:
• Determine effective communications and marketing programs.
• Make decisions on managing communications and marketing initiatives.
• Evaluate job candidates and make effective recommendations on suitable hires.
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen’s is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Aboriginal Peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
The University provides support in its recruitment processes to all applicants who require accommodation due to a protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
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