Chief Communications Officer

Feladatok

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing the University’s short- and long-term communication strategy
• Leading and developing the communications organization, a team of 20+ colleagues
• Strengthening the University’s domestic and international reputation, brand, and unified visual identity
• Managing external, internal, PR, marketing, and digital communications
• Supporting executive communication and coordinating media and crisis communications
• Strategically directing domestic and international student recruitment activities
• Overseeing the operation and development of student admission processes
• Coordinating key campaigns, content, media presence, and university events
• Developing alumni relations and related services
• Collaborating with the University’s leadership, organizational units, student communities, and external partners.

Type of Employment:

Full-time executive position under an employment relationship governed by the Hungarian Labour Code (Act I of 2012) and the University’s Employment Regulations. The executive appointment shall be for an indefinite duration.

We welcome applications from both Hungarian and foreign applicants. Please note that, in the case of third-country nationals, the University may offer a fixed-term employment contract, in accordance with the applicable legislation governing the employment and residence of third-country nationals. The University provides support with the residence permit application process.

Elvárások

We are looking for you if You:

• Hold a university degree in communications or a related field;
• Have at least 10 years of relevant professional experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role;
• Are proficient in English and Hungarian, both spoken and written;
• Possess strategic and systemic thinking skills;
• Are experienced in implementing communication strategies, reputation management, media relations, and crisis communication;
• Have excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills;
• Are an inspiring leader capable of developing teams and organizations;
• Are confident in managing complex stakeholder relationships;
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity, adaptability, and cultural sensitivity.

A Master's degree in communications, international work experience, and experience in higher education, student recruitment, or other large, complex organizations are considered advantages.

Documents and certificates to be submitted as part of the application:

• Professional CV in English;
• Motivation letter in English;
• A 3–5 page description of the professional and management concept for the position, outlining the specific short- and medium-term objectives to be achieved and the ideas and plans to support their implementation;
• Declaration of a clean criminal record (of “good conduct”);
• Declaration undertaking the obligation to submit a declaration of assets;
• Declaration confirming that no conflict of interest exists with regard to the applicant pursuant to the University’s Employment Regulations, and that, in the event of a conflict of interest, the applicant undertakes to eliminate such conflict;
• A data processing consent declaration;
• Copies of documents certifying the required qualifications.

The application must be prepared in alignment with the University’s institutional development plan and organizational structure:

• Access to the Institutional Development Plan (Bridge Strategy): https://www.uni-corvinus.hu/post/landing-page/a-budapesti-corvinus-egyetemrol/?lang=en

• Organisational and Operational Procedures: https://net.jogtar.hu/bce-jogszabaly?docid=A15R0067.BCE&dbnum=589&getdoc=1&searchUrl=/bce-en

• The University’s public-interest information: https://www.uni-corvinus.hu/footer/public-data/?lang=en

• Data processing notice: https://www.uni-corvinus.hu/ind/cookie-and-data-management-policy/?lang=en

Amit ajánlunk

What we offer:

• Permanent, full-time employment contract
• Performance-based annual bonus opportunity
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive working environment
• Additional benefits via cafeteria
• Home office opportunity (1 day/week)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Mobile Fleet membership opportunity for family members
• Provision of equipment for work (including a laptop, mobile phone and university-paid subscription)
• Reimbursement of travel (according to the relevant government decree)
• Health screening (bi-annually)
• Mental health counselling
• Eyeglass subsidy
• Use of the Corvinus Sport Center on the Gellért Campus at a reduced price
• We are AYCM Sport Pass partners.

Munkavégzés pontos helye

The place of work shall be the headquarters of Corvinus University of Budapest (1093 Budapest, Fővám tér 8.) and its campuses/sites.

Egyéb infó

How to apply:

If you are interested in joining our team, please send us your CV and motivational letter in English by clicking on the Apply button.

Hirdetés azonosító: HR7285583X