Vice President, Communications

Vice President, Communications

About the Company

Private local liberal arts college

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1821

Employees
1001-5000

Categories

• Education
• Amherst College
• Services
• Training

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President for Communications to serve as its chief communications strategist and leader. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing an integrated, proactive communications strategy that aligns with the institution's mission and goals. This role involves bringing clarity and focus to the company's communications, both internally and externally, and requires a leader with a strategic vision for institutional communications. The Vice President will oversee a centralized communications team and collaborate with decentralized communicators to ensure a consistent and compelling institutional voice across all platforms and audiences. Key responsibilities include strategic leadership, content strategy, media and public relations, and crisis communications.

Applicants for the Vice President for Communications position at the company should have a significant senior-level experience in strategic communications, public affairs, or related fields, with a strong preference for those with experience in higher education. The role demands a candidate with exceptional writing, editing, and narrative development skills, as well as the ability to synthesize complex information and anticipate risks and opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of advising senior leaders, leading collaborative teams, and managing high-level media engagement. A deep appreciation for institutional values, academic culture, and a commitment to equity and inclusion are also essential. A bachelor's degree is required, and an advanced degree is preferred.

Hiring Manager Title
President

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Marketing