DIRECTOR- CORPORATE RELATIONS & MARKETING – BOU

VACANCY 

Main Purpose of the Job

Responsible for senior-level decision making, day-to-day management and strategic direction in the areas of communication, marketing, fundraising as well as public relations, and stakeholder engagement, with a view to promote the image and visibility of the University, develop the BOU brand and support the strategic objectives of BOU.

Key Performance Areas

• Oversee the formulation, review, and implementation of communication policies, strategies, plans, rules, regulations, systems, processes, procedures, standards and guidelines, in order to ensure achievement of BOU goals and objectives.

• Provide leadership in the appropriate marketing and public relations activities that support achievement of BOU goals at all levels of the University.

• Advise and assist executive and senior management on corporate and stakeholder engagement matters.

• Serve as the primary information about BOU in local and international media.

• Provide input in areas pertaining to the department’s functions towards a broader university agenda.

• Oversee and monitor the realisation of own department’s Key Results Areas and staff performance, and make decisions on matters to improve unit and departmental performance.

Qualifications, Experience

• At least a Masters in Corporate Communications/Marketing/Mass Communication/Public Relations or related field from a recognized institution.

• Membership of a recognized institute of public relations, marketing, design, or communication strategy, as appropriate.

• At least 10 years of relevant application work experience, with at least 5 years at senior management position.

• Proven experience in the use of IT software/applications relevant to the position.

• Experience in a higher education or management position will be an added advantage.

Competencies for Director positions

• Strong leadership and team management skills.

• Excellent communication, analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Ability to work independently, strategically, and across teams.