University Governance Writer
- Employer
- Stanford University
- Location
- Office of University Communications, Stanford, California, United States
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
- Develop and research ideas for written publication/communication on high visibility, complex topics.
- Research, develop, execute and manage high-profile written publications/communications that:
- articulate the goals and vision in a way that is understandable and meaningful to various constituencies,
- demonstrate understanding of a wide variety of audiences,
- identify key information, messages and topics,
- clearly and credibly communicate a diverse array of topics,
- enhance the relevance and impact of intended messaging.
- Develop, compile and edit supplemental materials that support written communication (i.e., backgrounders, biographies, executive talking points, and other related materials).
- Establish and maintain extensive contacts with key sources (including university leadership) to identify story themes and newsworthy events to promote and disseminate information.
- Maintain high-level interactions with specialized constituents to promote departmental goals, visions, and strategies.
- Manage the writing process that is complex in nature reaching across organizational levels.
- Assist the department head in evaluating workflow, resources, and make recommendations.
- Maintain a commitment to promoting and supporting an environment of diversity and inclusion.
- Excellent writing, interpersonal, and oral communication skills with proven ability to present, write, edit, and organize thoughts in a clear, concise, and well-organized manner.
- Demonstrated ability to report on detailed discussions in real time and produce an article of 1,000-1,500 words within a few hours of the event.
- Ability to synthesize materials from a written or verbal presentation into short, accessible summaries.
- Experience in analyzing a wide range of situations and using sound professional judgement.
- Possess sufficient experience to be well-regarded across campus and to work effectively with a wide range of campus constituencies, including senior university leadership, chair and other members of the Board of Trustees; vice presidents, deans, faculty members, and others.
- Ability to work collaboratively with internal communications groups across campus.
- Proven success in writing for publication in print, web, and other platforms.
- Ability to understand complex materials and synthesize across multiple sources to produce materials for diverse audiences.
- Ability to change voice and writing style to fit a particular audience and purpose.
- Firm understanding of web technologies and applications, including social networking, social media tools, and current communication trends.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and able to interact effectively with a diverse array of people, including senior leaders.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple deadlines.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to oversee all aspects of the writing process.
- Demonstrated advanced writing skills and the ability to synthesize materials from multiple sources.
- Extensive experience managing and coordinating complex writing projects.
- Expert level knowledge of job-required tools and applications.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and apply ingenuity and creativity in solving complex problems.
- Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
- A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
- A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
- Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
- Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more
- Schedule: Full-time
- Job Code: 4273
- Employee Status: Regular
- Grade: J
- Requisition ID: 89046
Organization
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At Stanford you'll work with bright, diverse, dedicated people. You'll find encouragement to learn and grow. You'll enjoy excellent benefits and an outstanding environment.
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Student Enrollment
- Undergraduates: 6,980
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Campus
- 8,180 contiguous acres in six governmental jurisdictions
- Nearly 700 major buildings
- 97% of undergraduates live on campus
Research
- 5,300 externally sponsored projects
- $1.33 billion total budget
Faculty
- 2,043 faculty members
- 21 Nobel laureates are currently members of the Stanford community
- 5:1 student to faculty ratio
Stanford University is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified women, minorities, protected veterans and persons with disabilities.
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