The Senior Director of Global Communications is a key member of the Becker Friedman Institute for Economics (BFI) executive leadership team, reporting to the Executive Director
Job Summary
The Senior Director of Global Communications is a key member of the Becker Friedman Institute for Economics (BFI) executive leadership team, reporting to the Executive Director.
This role manages a team or multiple teams of managers and professional staff responsible for planning, preparing and disseminating information designed to keep the public informed of the University's perspectives, programs, and accomplishments.
The Senior Director is responsible for both internal and external communications, including communicating Chicago Economics research insights to key external stakeholders and advancing BFI's national and global visibility, reputation, and prestige.
Matching Summary
The Senior Director of Global Communications is a key member of the Becker Friedman Institute for Economics (BFI) executive leadership team, reporting to the Executive Director.
Salary
Base: $165,000.00 - $190,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Yes
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
strategic outreach to media
develop relationships with media
translate complex research
manage communications budget
lead communications teams
Nice-to-have
creative editorial and design services
engage with policymakers
innovative strategies in media interface
proactively engage in news of the day
Key Requirements
7+ years of work experience
College or university degree
10-15 years in economic research/policy communications leadership
Significant management experience
Experience working directly with academic researchers