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Communications Manager

Cambridge, MA, usFull-time2026-10-29 → 2026-11-11
HybridNo visa sponsorship

Core

Develop and lead a strategic, integrated approach to communications, marketing, public relations, and alumni relations for the Davis Center at Harvard University.

Role type

Senior Communications Manager

Builds

Center content across print and digital platforms, marketing plans, and brand messaging

Domain

Higher education / Non-profit / Think tank

Deliverable

product features

Required skills

Strategic communications planning, digital marketing, public relations, content management, social media management, budget management, team supervision, data-driven analysis, editorial skills

Preferred skills

International relations knowledge, Russia/Eurasia expertise, higher education sector experience, creative marketing approaches

Technologies

CMS, email marketing tools, social media platforms, web development tools

Responsibilities

Develop and implement communications and marketing programs, manage the Center's website and social media channels, respond to media inquiries, recruit and manage contracted communications professionals, supervise student assistants and interns, manage the communications budget, evaluate communication strategy effectiveness

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with supervisory responsibilities