Position Highlights
We are seeking a creative versatile, and motivated Communications Manager to oversee a team that will document and promote our Cancer Centers' research, educational programs, and other activities on the web, in print, social media and through other media. The Manager will work with faculty to identify, document, promote key findings, accomplishments, awards and activities to the public.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop and implement communications plans covering the Cancer Center's research accomplishments, awards, grant activity, educational programs, and key initiatives through articles, announcements, press releases, and feature content.
- Oversee promotion of member achievements to internal University of Arizona audiences and external stakeholders through targeted publications, special features, magazines, and promotional materials.
- Direct production and editorial management of electronic newsletters and engagement initiatives.
- Communicate leadership direction to communications staff and translate it into work priorities.
- Manage development, maintenance, and enhancement of the department website to keep content accurate and current.
- Oversee collection and publication of website content, including upcoming events, new publications, faculty and staff profiles, shared resources, and donor opportunities.
- Develop editorial guidelines for a portfolio of articles, graphics, and digital content.
- Review the effectiveness of the website and digital channels against engagement and usability goals and determine improvements to content and functionality.
- Influence University of Arizona Communications and Banner Communications and Marketing teams to align messaging, develop joint oncology service line marketing, and advance media coverage of Center activities.
- Advise senior leadership on communications for outreach, development, and fundraising initiatives.
- Serve as liaison to the NCI Public Affairs Network and University of Arizona public affairs and marketing groups to advance shared communications objectives.
- Oversee communications and marketing for UACC events, including workshops, retreats, special events, conferences, and site visits.
- Direct creation of marketing materials for high-profile events.
- Supervise and develop communications staff, providing direction, mentorship, and performance feedback.
- Develop and maintain a consistent visual identity for the department across communications platforms.
- Direct development and production of print and digital collateral, including newsletters, brochures, and promotional materials.
- Oversee creation and management of a photographic and graphic asset library.
