Head of Communications - Remote

Communications Manager

The University Center for Social & Urban Research (UCSUR) has a 50-year history of conducting interdisciplinary research that is relevant to the region and beyond. The center currently has 30 staff and partners with all schools and units at Pitt. UCSUR has recently hired a new Director and is in the process of becoming a hub for the university's Community Engaged Research. The new Communications Manager will be joining UCSUR at an exciting time of change and growth. Importantly, the new Communications Manager will also be an integral part of a university-level communications team that aims to spread the work about Pitt's impact. This role will require working in the office Monday - Thursday (3343 Forbes Avenue). In your cover letter, please describe your communications experience and why you specifically want to work at UCSUR.

social media posts, reports, designed fliers, blogs, websites, etc.). Executes University communications and marketing strategies for a program or unit. Oversees print and electronic communications, subsequent media promotion, and development of a content marketing plan. Ensures consistent messaging and maintains University brand and style.

Lead internal and external communications about UCSUR's community-engaged research findings, events, and programs, effectively demonstrating how the Center's work aligns with the Plan for Pitt 2028, the University's strategic plan.

Design and implement a communications strategy for engaging with multiple audiences, including starting a social media presence and determining other best practices for communicating UCSUR's research findings, events, and opportunities.

Find and write content about key initiatives, describing their impact with human-centered and systems-level narratives and adhering to university style and editorial standards.

Build relationships with and pitch media outlets reaching UCSUR's intended audiences to amplify our work.

Develop effective internal communications (with UCSUR staff and research affiliates/partners/students) to build a sense of awareness, connection, and pride in the work happening across groups. This will require strong interpersonal skills, curiosity, and the ability to build trust with a university and community members.

Work with partners in the Office of Engagement and Community Affairs and Economic Anchor Initiatives, as well as the Public Impact Strategy Group, to tell the story of Pitt's Public Impact Portfolio, a collection of activities and relationships, within Pitt and with our external partners, that ensure the University is contributing to the well-being of Pennsylvania and communities beyond.

Provide communications expertise and management at significant UCSUR events.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Communications Manager

Communications & Marketing

Communications

Bachelor's Degree

Friday-remote

Work Arrangement: Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Relocation Offered: Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter, Writing Sample

Optional Documents: Not Applicable