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Position Title : Director, Marketing and Communications

Position Number : 00501510

Employee Group : Managerial & Professional

Job Category : Communications and Marketing

Location : Kingston, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid)

About Queen's University

Queen’s University is the Canadian research-intensive university with a transformative student learning experience. We have opportunities in multiple areas of globally recognized research, faculty administration, engineering & construction, athletics & recreation, power generation, corporate shared services, and more.

We are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcome applications from individuals from equity-seeking groups such as women, racialized / visible minorities, Indigenous / Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons who identify in the LGBTQ+ community.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Executive Director, Finance and Administration, the Director of Marketing and Communications is responsible for the development, coordination, facilitation, and execution of the Faculty's strategic marketing and communications programs. Key areas include promoting program offerings, enhancing the faculty's web presence, leading internal communications, and supporting funding initiatives.

Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Lead the development and implementation of strategic communications to enhance the Faculty's image and reputation.
• Identify new strategic marketing opportunities and develop initiatives to strengthen the Faculty's brand.
• Provide leadership on marketing and communications programs that support the Faculty's strategic needs.
• Advise the Dean, faculty, and staff on communications and marketing issues.
• Collaborate with Queen's Media to increase the media profile of faculty members.
• Work with Alumni & Advancement teams to support giving projects with quality proposals and communication materials.
• Oversee the development and management of all communication materials.
• Plan and implement strategies to introduce new technologies and media for outreach.
• Liaise with central and Faculty groups to ensure alignment with the University's vision.
• Ensure strategic communications are timely, high quality, and compatible with the Visual Standards Program.
• Manage outside communication and marketing consultants as required.
• Lead strategic communications and marketing programs for advancement activities.
• Represent the Faculty on University committees and working groups.
• Prepare an annual communications and marketing budget for approval.
• Manage the work of employees, providing guidance and coaching.
• Conduct performance reviews and address employee relations issues.
• Other duties as required in support of the Faculty of Law.

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Employment Equity and Accessibility Statement

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen’s is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Aboriginal Peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

The University provides support in its recruitment processes to all applicants who require accommodation due to a protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code, including those with disabilities. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Human Resources at [email protected].

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