Executive recruitment company Monroe Consulting Group is recruiting on behalf of an established education institution in looking for a Head of External Relation:
Working arrangement: 100% WFO
Job Description:
- Create and implement strategies and plans for external relations and communications for the school
- Build strong relationships with central support functions to align the school's activities
- Develop the school's brand and positioning with multiple strategic partners and stakeholders
- Identify new opportunities for external engagement, partnership working, and collaboration
- Monitor and report on metrics to assess the effectiveness of the school's external relations strategy
- Manage communications, alumni, and widening participation services within budget
- Develop and implement evaluation methods and reporting mechanisms to assess whether objectives are being met
- Manage the school's external relations budget as agreed by the Management Board
- Promote the school's reputation through media relations and develop and promote publications and publicity materials
- Oversee the organization and promotion of the school's events
- Build relationships with local, regional, and international partners, funders, regulatory bodies, and policy makers
- Develop alumni relations activities to raise the school's profile and provide professional networking opportunities for its graduates
- Engage alumni in the school's academic life through events, communications, and ambassadorial roles.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Business Administration or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred
- Proven experience in developing and implementing successful external relations and communications strategies
- Strong leadership and management skills, with experience in managing teams and budgets
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with multiple stakeholders and partners
- Experience in marketing, public relations, and media relations, with a good understanding of branding and positioning strategies
- Knowledge of digital communications and social media platforms
- Ability to analyze data and metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of external relations strategies and plans
- Knowledge of the fashion industry, education sector, or related fields is a plus
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to think strategically and creatively.
