External Affairs Manager

Job Title
External Affairs Manager

Requisition Number
RE55484

Working Title
Communications Manager

Department Name
3R100:PR and Strategic Communications

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
47

Salary Range
$58,302-96,179/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

BA

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Required Related Experience

4 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Standing and/or sitting for long periods of time. Travel.

Shift

Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm; nights and weekends as needed.

Job Summary

The College of Pharmacy is seeking a Director of Communications to lead strategic communications and support alumni engagement for the college. This position develops, implements and assesses a comprehensive communications strategy that advances the college’s mission, priorities and reputation in pharmacy education, clinical practice, research and outreach.

The director develops and manages content across web, social media, email, newsletters, publications, photography, video and other digital and print channels. The position advises the dean and college leadership on internal, external and crisis communications, manages projects from planning through completion and ensures work aligns with University of Kentucky editorial, brand, accessibility and federal guidelines.

The role also supports alumni communications strategy, donor-related communications and college events and serves as a liaison to university, healthcare and professional partners.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Writing, editing, communications, content management systems, photography, and video editing.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
09/01/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.