Vice Chancellor for Communications
Company: UNC-Chapel Hill
Location: Chapel Hill
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Position Summary Reporting to the Chancellor, the Vice
Chancellor for Communications will serve on the Chancellor’s
Cabinet and is an integral member of the senior leadership team.
Serving as the university’s chief communications and marketing
officer, this leader will be an important partner in successfully
interpreting and promoting the mission of the University and
building and protecting its reputation with both internal and
external constituencies to create a climate of public and private
support. The Vice Chancellor for Communications is responsible for
the development and strategic management of all the University’s
public relations, internal communications, marketing and reputation
management activities in coordination with schools, units, academic
and administrative leaders across campus. Required Qualifications,
Competencies, And Experience 15 years or greater of demonstrated
senior leadership experience overseeing a communications, public
relations, marketing or public affairs program in a large, complex
organization similar in scope and complexity to The University of
North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Expert knowledge and understanding
of all aspects of communications, including media, digital and
social channels. Expert knowledge of marketing strategies, tactics
and techniques. Expert skill in advising and consulting leadership
teams, faculty and other stakeholders advance institutional
programs, policies and priorities. Demonstrated expertise in crisis
communications and advising executive leadership, as well as the
ability to serve as a public spokesperson for the University.
Ability to synthesize the University’s vision, mission, strategic
goals and key issues into concrete messages for educational,
informational and marketing purposes to foster public understanding
in these areas. Ability to identify and respond to issues and
concerns of University administration and a variety of
constituencies. Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And
Experience N/A
Keywords: UNC-Chapel Hill, Raleigh , Vice Chancellor for Communications, PR / Public Relations , Chapel Hill, North Carolina
