Job Description

Overview

Editorial and Media Director role at Georgetown University based in Doha with Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q). The Director leads the development, promotion, and alignment of all university editorial content, media relations, and communications strategies to enhance the institutions regional and global profile. The role oversees internal and external messaging, builds media relationships, and ensures brand consistency across all platforms and audiences.

Key Accountabilities

• Oversee development and promotion of all editorial content for GU-Q, including internal and external messaging, media relations, social and web content, and creative services; assure consistency with GU-Q objectives and values.
• Serve as an advisor on media strategies and innovation for the Executive Director of Strategic Communications and support them in elevating the universitys regional and global profile.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with local, regional, and international media outlets.
• Work with faculty, staff, students and other stakeholders across campus to identify and leverage opportunities and priorities that impact GU-Qs presence in media and brand visibility.

Key Activities

• External Editorial : Work with digital team to develop the GU-Q website and social media channels, establishing a strong and consistent presence with regional and global audiences.
• Create and manage a new GU-Q News site and expand writing team and coverage range to showcase all aspects of campus life.
• Ensure consistent messaging and branding across all GU-Q communications collateral, including admissions, marketing, alumni engagement, etc.

• Internal Communications : Produce content related to Deans announcements, awards and distinctions, relevant local news, crisis and/or emergency management-related announcements.
• Improve and optimize existing, and identify new, communications vehicles and channels to engage and inform all members of the GU-Q community.
• Lead efforts to change and improve internal processes based on campus-wide input.
• Develop communications-related workshops and training sessions.

• Media Relations : Build target list of high-value reporters and editors and develop strategy for campus visits, faculty and student engagement, etc.
• Work with Executive Director to coordinate responses to media inquiries.
• Serve as the primary spokesperson for GU-Q and coordinate interviews as needed.

• Other : Work closely with the D.C. team, Deans Office, Executive Director and academic and student leaders to ensure editorial strategies are aligned and that all content meets consistently high standards.
• Manage and oversee the work of direct reports, including setting and reviewing performance objectives, and identifying training and development needs.
• Manage relationships and oversee budgets of selected vendors (e.g., PR firms).
• Liaise with Human Resources to manage recruitment, hiring, onboarding and offboarding of direct reports, as required.
• Respond to urgent requests and concerns via email, texts, and phone calls outside of normal working hours.

Experience

• 10+ years of relevant work experience in journalism, public relations or media.
• Extensive experience working with reporters and media organizations.
• Pre-existing relationships with top global media outlets.

Knowledge And Skills

• Proficiency in transferring original editorial content into public-facing news stories.
• Exceptional writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with diverse audiences at various levels.
• Proven ability to work as a part of creative team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work on deadlines.
• Good judgement, critical thinking skills and flexibility.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Familiarity with digital analytics tools to evaluate content and media performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in journalism, public relations, liberal arts or related field of study.
• Masters degree preferred.

Expatriate Benefits and Relocation Support

GU-Q offers a highly competitive expatriate benefits package including fully furnished housing, a monthly transportation and home leave travel allowance, worldwide health insurance, and generous private school tuition support for accompanying children, along with other benefits. Relocating to a new country can be a significant undertaking, and GU-Q is committed to providing comprehensive relocation support. This includes assistance with visa processing, housing arrangements, transportation logistics, campus orientation, and settling-in services, ensuring a smooth transition for new employees and their families.

About Qatar

Qatar has become a hub for regional and global networks in international diplomacy, energy, finance, economics, media, and sports. A modern, thriving country in the heart of the Middle East with an ambitious development vision, it offers a high standard of living, with excellent facilities, modern infrastructure, and a mix of local and cosmopolitan culture. Its central location also makes it the ideal location for exploring Asian, African, and European destinations.

EEO Statement

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Submission Guidelines apply: Please submit a resume for each position of interest. These documents are not kept on file for future positions. If you need assistance or an accommodation for the application process, contact IDEAA at 202-687-4798 or ideaa@georgetown.edu.

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