Executive Assistant to the Senior Vice President for Communications

Job Description

The Executive Assistant to the Senior Vice President (SVP) for Communications supports the leadership function of a division committed to providing strategic direction in communications, reputation elevation, marketing and constituency engagement. Reporting directly to the SVP, the Executive Assistant functions as a central point of communication to the full staff reporting to the SVP, and works closely with the SVP’s team members to ensure open communication and progress on issues and special projects.

The Executive Assistant manages the allocation of the Senior Vice President’s time and commitments, *prepares background materials, drafts presentations, and writes correspondence, in addition to* managing as logistics for meetings, gatherings, special events, initiatives and programs hosted by the SVP’s office. For this work, the incumbent in the position maintains a strong working knowledge of Brown University’s policies, processes and operations.

The Executive Assistant engages in writing, editing and oral communications to assist the SVP in communicating with a broad range of campus partners and stakeholders, as well as external constituencies. The position also supports the SVP’s role as an executive editor for web content, video, and a full range of editorial and marketing collateral by updating content across a broad range of communications platforms. The executive assistant engages in various forms of research as a collaborative partner and advocate for the SVP’s initiatives.

The Executive Assistant is an important contributor to management of core platforms and initiatives that fall under the oversight of the SVP for dissemination of university communications. The position also assists the SVP with research on special projects and initiatives requiring administrative support.

The Executive Assistant exercises diplomacy and discretion in supporting the SVP and managing sensitive information. The Executive Assistant is part of a...