Deputy Director, New Hampshire Institute of Politics

Saint Anselm College, a private, liberal arts college in the Benedictine tradition, is seeking a dynamic Deputy Director for the New Hampshire Institute of Politics (NHIOP). Reporting to the Executive Director of the NHIOP, the Deputy Director oversees the strategic, financial, supervisory, communications, and institutional leadership responsibilities.Programming, Communication and External RelationsIdentify strategic programming and funding opportunitiesManage the overall planning, coordination and oversight of Institute programming including program selections to ensure quality and consistency while considering Institute priorities and coordinating with campus and community partnersOversee the Institute's public relations, branding, and communications, including press releases, Institute speeches, and newsletters while maintaining quality, tone, and consistencyManage speaker, special guests and donor recruitment, invitations, and correspondence to ensure a continued partnership and a positive guest experienceBuild and maintain relationships with authors, journalists, elected officials, publishers, community partners, special guests and vendorsCoordinate the publication of Survey Center poll releases and materials, including press releases, reports, media advisories, website content, and social mediaPlan special events and programs in conjunction with Institute teamExecute special projects as assigned by the Executive DirectorMaintain records of Institute traditions, events, policies, operating protocols, reference materials, exhibits, polling history, institutional archives and historical collectionsLeadership & Staff SupervisionProvide direct supervision and performance management of the Program AssistantOversee work planning, prioritization, and delegation of all Institute administrative responsibilitiesCoordinate administrative support between the Institute and the Politics Department (as managed by the faculty department chair and the Program Assistant)Oversee student interns and student intern projects with assistance from the Program AssistantFinancial Management & OversightOversee the Institutes financial planning and forecasting of the annual operating expenses, budget development and monitoring and reporting and analysisExecute and monitor polling budgets, contracts, and consultant paymentsPartner with the Finance Office on Institute finances and budgetingQualificationsBachelor's degree preferred, along with a minimum of seven to ten years of experience in the area of public relations/communications, business and/or politicsHighly motivated self-starter who takes initiative and is driven to achieve resultsAbility to collaborate with campus partners and external agencies and constituencies organizing and implementing Institute events and programsAttention to detail, strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlinesDemonstrated experience in brand management, public relations and strategic communications in a higher education, civic, nonprofit, public policy or political environment.Supervisory and/or management experience with demonstrated ability to foster a collaborative team environmentEnthusiastic, reliable team player with a commitment to excellence in customer service and professionalismExcellent written and interpersonal communication skillsBudget experience preferred but not necessaryAvailability to work occasional evening and weekend hours for special programs or eventsIn order to be considered for this position, please submit both a resume and a cover letter.Successful candidates will be able to assist the college to further its strategic goals for institution-wide diversity and inclusiveness.
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