Associate Director, Content and Social Media- Marketing and Communications Department, ISB
About the department -
The Marketing and Communications Department at ISB leads brand building initiatives
for the school. It supervises and directs the workflow of the school's outreach through
marketing channels (website, events, social media, online, print, etc.), advertising, and public
relations functions of the school. It also works with other departments within and outside the
school to enhance, protect and safeguard the institution's brand value across the globe and
across all channels.
About the role - We are seeking a dynamic and experienced candidate to join our marketing team as Associate Director- Content and Social Media. The ideal candidate will be a strategic
thinker with a passion for storytelling, a deep understanding of digital marketing trends, and
excellent leadership and communication skills. In this role, you will be responsible for
developing and executing content strategies across various platforms to enhance our brand
presence and engage with our target audience.
Key responsibilities
• Develop and execute comprehensive content strategies to drive organic growth and
support the school's marketing objectives across digital channels, including the
website, social media, and blog.
• Lead a team of content creators, social media managers, and designers to produce
high-quality, engaging content that resonates with our audience and drives
engagement.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including faculty, students, and alumni, to
source and create compelling content that showcases the school's thought leadership
and academic excellence.
• Oversee the planning and execution of social media campaigns to increase brand
awareness, drive traffic, and generate leads.
• Monitor and analyse content performance metrics to measure the effectiveness of
campaigns and identify areas for improvement.
• Stay up to date with the latest digital marketing trends and best practices and
implement innovative strategies to enhance our online presence.
• Ensure consistency in messaging and branding across all content and social media
channels.
• Provide regular reports and insights to the leadership on content and social media
performance and make recommendations for optimisation.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies
to inform strategic decision-making.
Candidate profile
• Preferably a master's degree in marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related
field.
• Prior experience of managing teams involved in multimedia content creation.
• At least 10-12 years of experience in content marketing, social media management, or
digital marketing, preferably in the education sector.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful content and social media
strategies that drive engagement and achieve business goals.
• Experience working with content management systems (CMS), social media
management tools, and analytics platforms.
Desired attributes
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a
team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and
storytelling.
• Deep understanding of digital marketing analytics and tools, with the ability to
interpret data and draw actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with crossfunctional
teams and stakeholders.