Director of Communications Office - Dohuk, العراق - American University of Kurdistan

وصف

"The Communications Manager oversees the development and implementation of communication strategies to ensure alignment with the university's mission and strategic goals. Responsibilities include managing content creation for various media platforms, planning publications, liaising with faculty and staff, serving as the central communications point person, implementing social media plans, handling press inquiries, and overseeing office operations. The Manager also ensures web content accuracy, consistency, and adherence to international best practices in communications, web, and graphic design. This role is pivotal in maintaining a positive institutional image and fostering effective communication across all levels of the university.


Responsibilities:
Ensure that messaging on the institutional and unit-levels is aligned with the institutional mission and strategic plan.

Manage the creation of high-quality content for dissemination across electronic and print media and ensure that coverage is professional and reflects positively on image for the University.

Conceptualize, plan, and oversee the process of developing publications, including the monthly newsletters, website articles, and annual reports.

Liaise regularly with faculty and administrative staff to ensure that the right messages and impactful narratives are portrayed in institutional communications across all platforms.

Serve as the institutional point person and oversee all aspects of communications in support of all units, their events' management, marketing, and promotion.

Implement a Social Media plan for the University.
Ensure the Office responds in a timely manner to press enquires and internal communications.
Oversee the operations and production staff of the Office of Communications.
Manage requests to the web developer and ensure web content is clear, consistent, and accurate.
Maintain awareness of international best practices in the fields of communications, website and graphic design, and content writing.
Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field is required. A Master's degree in a relevant field is preferred.
​Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in communications, public relations, or related field.
​Experience in managing communication strategies and content creation across various media platforms.
​Experience in planning and executing publications, newsletters, and website articles.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic Language.
Strong organizational and project management abilities.
Ability to conceptualize and execute communication plans effectively.
Proficiency in social media management and content creation.
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
Familiarity with web content management systems and basic graphic design principles.
Knowledge of international best practices in communications and content writing.

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