Communications Manager

Job Summary

Dumbarton Oaks is a research institute of Harvard University, located in Washington, D.C., that specializes in Byzantine, Pre-Columbian, and Garden and Landscape Studies. The institute welcomes about 40 fellows and visiting scholars ever year, and hosts a number of annual conferences, public lectures, concerts, and other events. In addition, the center has a world-renowned museum and historic garden open to thousands of visitors every year. The Communications Manager will lead, advise on, and implement institutional strategy on marketing and communications; develop a budget; oversee print and digital communication outlets; and work to support and promote our local and international partnerships. This position also supervises Web Content Editor, manages fellows and interns, and oversees contractors.

Auto req ID

57624BR

Job Code

CM1057 Communications Management II

Location

USA - DC - Washington

Business Title

Communications Manager

Sub-Unit

Dumbarton Oaks

Salary Grade

057

Time Status

Full-time

Union

00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Basic Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in related field (Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, English, Museum Studies, etc.).

· 5+ years of relevant work experience.

· Supervisory experience.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

· Advanced degree preferred.

· Excellent administrative, interpersonal, written and oral communications skills.

· Demonstrated passion for outreach to diverse communities.

· Knowledge of Spanish an advantage.

· Video skills an advantage.

· Demonstrated excellent customer-service skills.

· Demonstrated time management and organizational skills.

Department

Director's Office

Pre-Employment Screening

Criminal, Education, Identity

Job Function

Communications

Position Description

Duties and Responsibilities

· Advise management on the development of communication policies, marketing or public relations issues; offer counsel and guidelines to management for dealing with the media.

· Manage a communications and marketing budget.

· Maintain and expand the strategic partnerships to fulfill the institutional mission and maximize the institution’s impact.

· Oversees the creative and strategic process of print and digital communications.

· Manage the monthly newsletter, institutional communications and associated mailing lists.

· Handle press inquiries, press releases, requests for interviews or promotional materials, and other press and media requests; exercise independent judgment in selecting among various proposals for press coverage the ones that are best aligned with the institutional mission, and for identifying new marketing outlets.

· Collaborate with departments to identify and support new projects that highlight Dumbarton Oaks activities and resources.

Supervisory Responsibilities

· Supervise Digital Content Editor, manage fellows and interns, and oversee contractors.

School/Unit

Faculty of Arts and Sciences

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working Conditions

The University requires all Harvard community members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and remain up to date with COVID-19 vaccine boosters, as detailed in Harvard’s Vaccine & Booster Requirements . Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. More information regarding the University’s COVID vaccination requirement, exemptions, and verification of vaccination status may be found at the University’s “COVID-19 Vaccine Information” webpage: http://www.harvard.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine-information/ .

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.