[ES_JOBS_NET] IBES Associate Director of Communications | Brown University

[Aiyana Aeikens]

The Institute at Brown for Environment and Society (IBES) is looking for an
Associate Director of Communications. Apply here
<https://brown.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/staff-careers-brown/job/85-Waterman-Street/IBES-Associate-Director-of-Communications_REQ186131?q=ibes>
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*Job Description:*

*About Brown*

Brown University <https://www.brown.edu/about> is a leading research
university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of
purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their
work will have an impact in the world.

Brown University offers a flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter
break and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid
holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition
assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts and more.  To learn
about Brown University’s benefits, visit the University Human Resources web
page here
<https://www.brown.edu/about/administration/human-resources/benefits> for
further information.

*About the Opportunity*

At this dynamic cross-campus center, the Institute at Brown for Environment
and Society (IBES) <https://ibes.brown.edu/>, students and faculty conduct
groundbreaking research and build creative solutions to complex
21st-century problems in climate and sustainability. Work at IBES combines
an understanding of the natural world and human dimensions because
environmental stewardship, human rights, and economic well-being are
inextricably linked.

Through our unique interdisciplinary approach, IBES cultivates actionable
research outcomes, while equipping and empowering the change agents of
tomorrow through our rigorous and diverse academic programs.

IBES faculty, staff, and students play key roles in the global conversation
about environmental issues – on campus, at the State House, in boardrooms,
and at the United Nations.

At Brown, and within IBES, we celebrate diversity in all its forms, and
work together to create a collaborative, inclusive, and equitable work
environment where everyone can achieve their professional goals.

*Responsibilities*

We seek an Associate Director of Communications to serve as a dynamic
strategist and content creator, responsible for overseeing and contributing
to the full portfolio of communications for the Institute at Brown for
Environment and Society (IBES). The Associate Director of Communications is
responsible for the development and execution of communications strategies
and workflow to advance IBES’s new 2023-2028 Strategic Plan
<http://ibes.brown.edu/strategic-plan>, focused on solutions-engaged
interdisciplinary research and education. The Associate Director of
Communications also plays a key coordination and information-sharing role
with IBES-affiliated initiatives and programs across campus and beyond, and
with IBES partner units at Brown.

Reporting to the Director of IBES, this position guides communications
strategy for IBES, develops and manages all strategic communications plans
in consultation with IBES senior leadership, and leads efforts to expand
the brand recognition of IBES. In particular, this position will lead the
development and implementation of a new IBES Communications Plan, as
outlined in the new Strategic Plan. The position oversees all internal and
external communications activities, including press releases, annual
reports, newsletters, marketing for all IBES-sponsored and co-sponsored
events, and web and social media content. This position oversees the
drafting of original news stories, working proactively with the IBES
community, and engages external media in seeking coverage for newsworthy
items.

An expert writer and communicator, the Associate Director of Communications
ensures accuracy and consistency across all communications platforms;
places a high priority on understanding issues that impact communication
effectiveness across multiple types of media; and works to ensure that IBES
is able to continuously grow its audiences and constituencies. This
position tailors messaging to key audiences across communications platforms
to effectively disseminate information about IBES, including alumni, the
general public, journalists, Brown students, senior administrators, etc.

A key aspect of the Associate Director of Communications responsibilities
is coordinating communications across a complex landscape of environmental,
climate, and sustainability research and education at Brown; this includes
coordinating IBES communications activities with each of the departments at
Brown that house IBES faculty and IBES-affiliated graduate students and
postdoctoral scholars. It also requires coordination with centers and
initiatives housed at IBES, as well as with communications professionals
housed in Brown’s Office of University Communications, Office of
Sustainability and Resilience, the Initiative for Sustainable Energy, and
the Climate Solutions Lab, to name a few.

The Associate Director of Communications is responsible for developing and
maintaining a long-term strategy for staffing the communication needs of
the unit, including developing and managing a communications team that may
include full-time professionals and a number of student interns.

*Qualifications*

Education and Experience:

   - Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, integrated marketing
   or a related field, or a degree in environmental science or related field,
   with 6-8 years of professional experience in communications, marketing,
   public relations or a related field. An equivalent combination of education
   and experience may be considered.
   - Previous experience in higher education or with an environmental
   institution is preferred.

Competencies:

   - Demonstrated expertise of exceptional writing and editing skills.
   - Demonstrated expertise in developing communications and marketing
   strategies.
   - Demonstrated expertise in graphic design for print and digital
   communications.
   - Excellent oral, presentation and interpersonal communication skills.
   - Strong narrative storytelling skills.
   - Proficiency with web content management systems for editing and
   updating web content.
   - Extensive experience managing social media accounts and social media
   campaigns, and a proven track record of success.
   - Experience managing complex, multi-month assignments with multiple
   contributors, editors and stakeholders in balance with daily communications
   workflow.
   - Excellent time and project management skills and ability to meet
   deadlines for projects with overlapping timelines.
   - Strong ability to build and maintain effective working relationships,
   with the energy and dynamism to inspire others and effectively engage
   internal and external constituents.
   - Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
   - Ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in
   an inclusive environment.
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