Director/Senior Manager, Strategic Communication
EXPIRED

Stanford University

Stanford, CA

Posted Date: Jul 13, 2024

Expired Date: Aug 24, 2024

QUALIFICATION

  • Salary Expectation
    $84,000-$95,000/yr
  • Years of Experience
    3+ Years
  • Work Type
    Full-time

ABOUT PROGRAM

About the Job
Job Description

Welcome to Stanford’s Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (“DAPER”), the premier intercollegiate athletics program in the country. With an unparalleled record of 136 NCAA team championships, we are the proud Home of Champions. Our success isn’t just measured in trophies; it’s reflected in the passion of our nearly 900 student-athletes competing across 36 intercollegiate varsity teams. It resonates in our unwavering support for the university’s physical education, recreation, and wellness initiatives. At Stanford, we don’t just embrace excellence; we define it. We don’t just nurture champions; we create them. Our actions are guided by the core tenets of DAPER culture, “The DAPER Way,” which are: Embrace Scholar Athleticism, Pursue and Revere Excellence, Lead with Courage, and Work Cohesively.

At DAPER, we firmly believe that diverse teams make better decisions, foster innovation, and drive success for everyone involved. We celebrate differences in abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives, recognizing the rich tapestry that fuels our excellence. We are committed to fostering an environment of belonging where every voice is heard, valued, and respected. Your unique perspective is not just welcomed; it’s essential to our continued growth and success. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please still get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great add to our team.

The Senior Manager/Director of Strategic Communication serves as a senior communications strategist in DAPER and as a thought partner to the Athletics Director and Executive and External Affairs Team. This position is responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies to support major initiatives and projects. The Director/Senior Director is responsible for the AD’s communications including remarks, presentations, public statements, crisis and event response, ensuring uniformity of messaging and alignment with DAPER’s strategic framework and priorities.
The Sr. Manager/Director is an individual contributor and reports to the Executive Associate Athletics Director, External Affairs.

Responsibilities

  • Develop communication plans to identify objectives, strategies, target audiences, tactics and key messages for initiatives and projects. Consults with stakeholders to identify needs and ensure objectives are met.
  • Develop key messages and communications for internal and external stakeholders
  • In partnership with the Executive Associate Athletics Director, External Affairs, advise the AD on communications.
  • Create presentations and slides for internal and external meetings
  • Oversee the development and execution of a strategic Internal Communications plan that reinforces DAPER’s mission, strategic priorities and shares essential information needed by DAPER staff and coaches. Develop, write, review and distribute internal communications.
  • Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships across DAPER and Stanford. Coordinate with the University Communications Office (?) on media inquiries and news releases.
  • Lead the planning and drafting of DAPER’s annual report
  • Create a consistent voice, style, and identity, enhancing engagement and reaction.

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