Head, Communications & Partnerships

About the role

The College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (CoHASS) at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) is seeking a Head, Communications and Partnerships to strengthen the College's profile, global reach and strategic relationships. The role turns the College's academic, research and educational strengths into compelling stories, raises its global reputation and develops high-value partnerships locally and internationally. It reports to the Director, College Strategy and Operations.

Key responsibilities

• Communications and positioning: lead an integrated College-wide communications and branding strategy, set editorial and visual standards, advise leadership on positioning, reputation and crisis communications.
• Content, digital and global profile: direct content across the website, social media, newsletters, video and publications; run campaigns on research themes, student recruitment, alumni engagement and outreach; build the international profile through media, thought leadership and academic networks; use analytics to measure impact.
• Partnerships: build a portfolio of partnerships with universities, research institutes, industry, government and healthcare and cultural organisations; identify and assess opportunities, cultivate senior-level relationships, track outcomes and support collaborative research funding bids.
• Stakeholder engagement: engage staff, students, alumni, donors, industry and government, represent the College externally, and lead the Communications and Partnerships team, manage budgets and vendors.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Humanities, Social Sciences, Communications or a related discipline; a postgraduate qualification is advantageous.
• At least 10 years of experience in strategic communications, public relations, corporate affairs or external relations, including at least 5 years in a leadership role, preferably in a university, research institution or public-sector organisation.
• Proven track record in developing strategic partnerships with senior stakeholders across academia, industry, government or international institutions.
• Experience managing teams, budgets and vendors.

Required skills

• Strong experience in brand management, media relations, digital communications and issues management.
• Excellent writing, storytelling and editorial judgement.
• Ability to lead through influence in complex, matrixed environments.