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Description
Temple University's School of Pharmacy is searching for an Assistant Dean, Strategic Communications and Marketing!SalaryGrade:T28
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A variety of important factorsare reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant's education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.Position Summary
The Assistant Dean of Strategic Communications and Marketing is a senior level position in the School of Pharmacy. Reporting to the Dean, the Assistant Dean of Strategic Communications and Marketing is responsible for developing, implementing and overseeing the School's comprehensive communications strategy in order to effectively bolster the brand, communicate the School's mission and vision, strengthen enrollment, and promote its programs and achievements.This person will work closely with the senior leadership in Admissions and Recruitment, Graduate Programs including Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance and the academic departments to boost enrollment and elevate the brand to raise the School of Pharmacy profile amongst its peers. Additionally, the role will support the efforts being made in fundraising and development as well as community engagement and supports other communications needs of the academic departments.The Senior Director will be responsible for achieving these goals through strategic and tactical execution and content creation for all communications, news, marketing, advertising, social media, public relations and media outreach both internal and external to the university. This individual will be responsible for the School's website and working cohesively with the Temple University-level communications office on the website, program content, SEO and other strategic projects.This position will support communications for the dean and will take part in campus-wide committees, orientations, and the coordination and assisting with various internal and external events. Performs other duties as assigned.Performs other duties as assigned.Required Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications or related field
At least six years of directly related academic experience.
Demonstrated experience writing annual reports, and surveys and creating marketing material.
Experience with graphic design and publishing software, social media (Facebook, LinkedIn, X, Tik Tok, SnapChat, and Instagram).
Experience with website content management.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.Required Skills & Abilities
Demonstrated ability to direct communication and marketing strategies.
Strong leadership and supervisory skills, and ability to manage a budget.
Must have proven ability to develop and execute lead acquisition and search strategies.
Strong knowledge of academic program promotion, digital marketing, communications, social media, and public relations.
Ability to manage and develop print materials.
Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
Demonstrated proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, and search engine optimization.
Knowledge of customer relationship management software (Slate and/or Salesforce preferred)
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Must have ability to synthesize results, extract insight, develop recommendations, and present findings to Dean and Executive Committee.
Demonstrate oral, written communication and interpersonal skills along with the ability to effectively interact with diverse individuals.
Demonstrate ability to work successfully across multiple departments.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with a proven ability to multi-task, adhere to deadlines and respo d quickly when necessary.
Ability to work nights and/or weekends and travel to off-site locations/events, as needed.Essential functions
Responsible for branding, messaging, communication of strategic goals to all constituent audiences: alumni, students, potential students, peers, Temple community, Philadelphia region and pharmacy profession.
Aligns the university's overall communications strategy at the School level and collaborates with Strategic Marketing & Communications (SM+C) on brand development and management initiatives.
Oversees the School website and continuously improves and develops and edits content within the CMS. Works with University and School liaisons to continuously improve academic program content.
Develops all marketing communications, advertising, social media strategies, academic program promotion, public relations, and media relations. Directs digital and traditional advertising to strategically target potential students, advertise recruitment events, and increase engagement with alumni and students.
Works closely with the senior leadership of Admissions and Recruitment, Graduate Programs including Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance to continually improve and strengthen marketing and communications for the prospective undergraduate, professional, and post-graduate student audience.
Works with SM+C and Admissions and Recruitment to manage and develop messaging sent through the university's CRM.
Directs the development of collateral pieces that promote the School through tactics such as new faculty announcements, award announcements, and program brochures.
Develops and manages the School's internal and external communications. Provides support to academic departments and dean's office in this capacity. Develops and writes executive communications, as needed for the Dean.
Working closely with the senior staff of the School, the incumbent is responsible for developing the School's research publication and state of the School publications including annual report.
Works with the School Development office and the University's Institutional Advancement office on fundraising and alumni relations initiatives and annual fund appeals such as content related to the commemoration of the School's upcoming 125th anniversary.
Plan, manage, and collaborate with School of Pharmacy staff in support of annual alumni attended events including: Homecoming weekend, 1-2 home basketball games, Research Recognition Day, the Sprowls Lecture, the Zamarelli Lecture, the White Coat Ceremony, Mentor Night, and other social gatherings that involve the School's alumni.
Work with the School of Pharmacy Development Office, Alumni Association Board of Directors, and the Board of Visitors arranging its meetings, staffing its committees and ensuring strong and productive relationships between its members and the administrative leadership.This position requires a background check.Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to e