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Fordham University Assistant Director, Internal Communications in Bronx, New York
About Fordham:
Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program ( EAP ); tuition remission; and generous time off.
Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.
Department: Marketing and Communications
Position Summary:
With numerous departments and schools contributing to Fordham’s dynamic community, the University Marketing and Communications division is embarking on an exciting journey to develop a new plan for internal communications.
The Assistant Director for Internal Communications will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of internal communications at Fordham. Reporting to the Senior Director of University Communications, they will work closely with the communications team to develop and implement a bold, comprehensive strategy that fosters a culture of communication, collaboration, and transparency. You will write articles, newsletters, and website copy, ensuring consistent and clear
communication of relevant news and information to internal stakeholders in a way that engages and inspires them. They will also manage a content specialist for internal communications.
This role requires an excellent writer and creative thinker with a passion for organization/process who can develop collegial relationships within a large, diverse University.
This is a hybrid position that requires three days in the office each week. The role is based at our Lincoln Center campus in Manhattan but will require frequent travel to our Bronx campus and occasional travel to other city locations.
Essential Functions:
Strategic Planning:
Collaborates with the Senior Director of University Communications to develop and execute an innovative, engaging, and effective internal communications plan for key university initiatives, events, and milestones. Works toward fostering a culture of communication and
collaboration across departments and schools.
Content Development:
Writes, creates, and curates compelling content for internal communication channels, ensuring consistency and clarity in messaging. Crafts messages that resonate with diverse audiences and
reflect Fordham’s brand, mission, and values. Incorporate relevant news and information on platforms frequently engaged by internal constituents, including faculty, staff, and students.
Editorial Excellence:
Ensures the quality and consistency of internal communications by editing and proofreading content for accuracy and adherence to brand guidelines. Maintains a unified voice and messaging
across all communication channels, meeting internal constituents where they are.
Collaborative Engagement:
Builds relationships with stakeholders across departments and schools to gather information and share best practices. Serves as a liaison between the communications team and internal
partners to facilitate communication initiatives and creative dissemination plans.
Measurement and Evaluation:
Works with the communications team and establishes metrics to measure the effectiveness of internal communication efforts. Analyzes data and feedback to inform decision-making and
continuously improve communication strategies, effectively meeting internal constituents’ needs.
Management:
Manages a content specialist for internal communications who will be writing content and collecting and curating information for faculty, staff, and students. Serve as an editor for this content specialist
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in internal communications, corporate communications, or related roles
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in higher education or large organizational settings
Familiarity with content management systems and digital communication tools
Knowledge of best practices in employee engagement and internal communication measurement
Minimum Salary: $80,000
Maximum Salary: $90,000