"Assistant Director, Marketing and Communications"

Stanford's Graduate School of Business (GSB) has earned a global reputation for excellence from its innovative and immersive management education programs. The GSB's degree and non-degree programs provide students with a transformative educational experience that is built on a foundation of faculty research. Through these efforts, the school creates ideas illuminating management practice and develops innovative, principled, and insightful leaders.

Stanford Seed, an initiative of the Stanford Graduate School of Business, is dedicated to ending the cycle of global poverty. We partner with entrepreneurs in emerging markets, including India, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Indonesia, to build thriving enterprises that transform lives. Through our world-class programs, we have supported over 9,000 founders/CEOs and team members, helping them increase revenue, create jobs, and generate positive impact for people and the planet.

The Opportunity

Stanford Seed is seeking a highly motivated, full-time Assistant Director, Marketing & Communications to help amplify our mission and share the stories of entrepreneurs who are changing the world. This is a full-time benefits-eligible position. While proximity to Stanford's campus is a plus, we welcome remote applicants from all locations. Occasional international travel (1 - 3 times per year) is required.

In this role, you'll work closely with the Director of Marketing & Communications and collaborate with Stanford stakeholders and global partners. You'll lead a variety of projects-from brand collateral creation to social media strategy-while building systems and processes that enable meaningful global impact.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mission-driven project manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building relationships across cultures, and is energized by co-designing strategy, building systems, and executing on tasks.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

Project Management

• Lead the planning, scheduling, and tracking of marketing and communication efforts.
• Maintain clear timelines, anticipate bottlenecks, manage competing priorities, and provide regular status updates to stakeholders.

Campaigns & Content

• Oversee recruitment campaigns for the Seed Transformation Program (STP) and volunteer programs, managing assets and executing across email, WhatsApp, and social media.
• Coordinate with external agencies and internal stakeholders to support live and digital outreach events.
• Participate in social media strategy, content ideation, curation, and performance monitoring.
• Conduct social listening to uncover opportunities for engagement and identify brand risks.

Platform & Contractor Management

• Serve as the primary admin for digital platforms (e.g., Google Analytics, Pardot, Khoros, WhatsApp, Bitly, WordPress), ensuring smooth operations and timely updates.
• Manage external consultants and agencies; assist with sourcing new partners as needed.

Branding & Asset Management

• Support the implementation of brand guidelines across our global organization.
• Manage design needs for brochures, presentations, and templates; maintain and organize visual assets (photo/video) in Google Drive.
• Update website content and provide light design support (Google Slides, HTML).

Community Engagement

• Cultivate a vibrant Seed Transformation Network (alumni community) through newsletters, WhatsApp engagement, and program-specific communications.
• Draft and schedule emails using tools like Pardot (training provided as needed).

Event & Program Support

• Support real-time communications during events, design presentations, coordinate social content, and follow up on post-event deliverables.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated project management experience.
• Excellent communication skills across multiple channels and audiences.
• Strong organizational skills; ability to manage details while maintaining a clear view of project goals.
• Proficiency and interest in marketing technology, including CRM and lead management, social media platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram), Google Suite, website platforms, design tools, and email marketing.
• Adaptability and eagerness to learn new platforms and tools (e.g., Pardot, Khoros, Asana, WhatsApp, AI-based tools).
• Proactive, self-starting, and excellent at follow-through.
• Ability to translate high-level strategy into actionable steps and systems.

Preferred

• Experience working in international or emerging market contexts (e.g., Africa, South Asia).
• Recruitment experience in a higher education setting.
• Social media management.
• Design experience or experience working closely with designers.
• Proficiency with Salesforce, HTML, WhatsApp, Google Analytics, and creative tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva, etc.).

Why Join Stanford Seed?

• Make a Global Impact: Help shape the stories and strategies that support entrepreneurs driving economic and social change.
• Professional Development: Gain exposure to cutting-edge marketing technologies, international program management, and cross-cultural communications.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside passionate colleagues at the intersection of business, education, and global development.
• Support for Growth: Receive training on new platforms and tools as needed. Benefit from Stanford University's numerous employee benefits and "Stanford Sweeteners".

Work Environment

• Occasional international travel (1 - 3 times per year) is required for events or program launches.
• Flexibility in working hours is required (some early mornings) as our team is spread across numerous time zones.

How to Apply

We invite you to apply for this position by clicking on the "Apply for Job" button. To be considered, please submit a cover letter and resume along with your online application. If available, include a portfolio or samples of your communications work (e.g., writing samples, campaign materials, social media content).