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Requisition ID:  115498

Chief Communications Officer

We are seeking an inaugural Chief Communications Officer (CCO) who will be a dynamic and strategic leader responsible for developing and executing comprehensive communication strategies to enhance the visibility, reputation, and impact of the Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation (BCPI) and Johns Hopkins University (JHU). This role is critical to drive effective communication, stakeholder engagement, and public relations efforts to support and advance the Center's mission and strategic goals.


The Center is committed to working with communities that are focused on ending legacies of structural, entrenched racism, and oppression. You must be willing to think about reimagined government, knowledge, and engagement models through the lens of dismantling these legacies.


Specific Duties & Responsibilities


Strategic Communication Leadership

  • Develop and oversee implementation of comprehensive communication and content strategies that align with the Center's mission and goals.
  • Provide visionary leadership to drive communications excellence and innovation.
  • Direct and manage partnership with communication partners (e.g., PR agency, web vendors) to ensure strategic and coordinated support of the Center.
  • Directly manage the Center's communications portfolio with relevant leaders within Bloomberg Philanthropies ensuring consistency of messaging, external positioning and releases.
  • Collaborate with the Executive Director, the Center's senior leadership team, JHU communications leaders, funders and partners to shape the overall strategic direction of the Center.


Public Relations and Media Engagement

  • Lead all public relations efforts to enhance the center's visibility and reputation.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers.
  • Develop and distribute press releases, media kits, and other communication materials.


Messaging and Brand Management

  • Ensure consistent and compelling messaging across all communication channels.
  • Oversee the development and maintenance of the Center's brand identity.
  • Manage the Center's visual and written communications to ensure brand alignment.


Digital and Social Media Strategy

  • Develop and execute digital and social media strategies to engage with key audiences.
  • Oversee the creation and management of content for the Center's website, social media platforms, and other digital channels.
  • Monitor and analyze digital and social media metrics to optimize engagement and reach.


Internal Communications

  • Develop and implement internal communication strategies to keep staff informed and engaged.
  • Ensure effective communication across departments and teams within the center.
  • Foster a culture of open and transparent communication.


Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including funders, philanthropies, communications leaders across JHU, partners, and community organizations.
  • Engage with stakeholders to gather insights, feedback, and support for communication initiatives.
  • Capably represent the Center at internal and external events and forums.


Team Leadership and Development

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing communications team.
  • Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that encourages innovation and excellence.
  • Provide regular feedback and professional development opportunities for team members.


Reporting and Accountability

  • Develop and implement robust metrics to track communication impact and outcomes.
  • Prepare regular reports for the Executive Director, key stakeholders, and partners on communication performance and impact.
  • Ensure transparency and accountability in all communication activities.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Master's Degree in Communication, Marketing or related field.
  • Eight years related experience.
  • Additional experience may substitute for required education to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in communications and leadership roles, preferably within the business or philanthropy sectors with increasing responsibility.
  • Proven track record of developing and executing successful communication strategies.
  • Proven network of communications professionals at established organizations globally.
  • Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Significant experience in managing and developing high-performing teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
  • Commitment to the mission and values of the center.

 

 

Classified Title: Director Communications & Marketing 
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Chief Communications Officer   
Role/Level/Range: L/04/LE  
Starting Salary Range: $86,300 - $240,000 Annually (Commensurate with experience) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: Monday-Friday 9am-5:30pm 
Exempt Status: Exempt 
Location: Hybrid/Homewood Campus 
Department name: ​​​​​​​Ctrs for Govt Excellence & Public Innova  
Personnel area: Academic and Business Centers 

 

 

Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

EEO is the Law
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

Accommodation Information
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.

Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
Hybrid: On-site 3-4 days a week

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