AACSB · 4 days ago
Director of Public Affairs
Tampa, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
7+ years expAACSB is the global standard-setting body for business education, strengthening the world’s business schools through accreditation, thought leadership, and transformative learning. As the Director of Public Affairs, you will serve as the strategic leader responsible for shaping and executing AACSB International’s global public affairs strategy, elevating AACSB’s profile, and managing media relations and advocacy campaigns.
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Responsibilities
Serve as AACSB’s primary public affairs contact and prepare leadership for media interviews, speaking engagements, and engagement in other high-profile events
Develop strategic media engagement plans that enhance AACSB’s visibility as a global thought leader
Lead crisis communication planning and execution, including rapid response to issues impacting AACSB’s reputation
Oversee the creation of high-impact communications, including press releases, public letters, policy briefs, fact sheets, speeches, talking points, and op-eds
Effectively collaborate working with a range of internal /external stakeholders to garner relevant data sources in support of policy statements/positioning
Manage proactive reputation-building initiatives and risk mitigation strategies
Develop, execute, and communicate a global public affairs strategy that aligns with AACSB’s mission and strategic priorities
Lead the organization’s efforts to shape global and regional policy conversations impacting business education
Identify and act on opportunities to elevate AACSB’s influence in international regulatory and public policy forums
Advise executive leadership on emerging policy developments and strategic positioning
Manage engagement with external government relations and PR firms to achieve advocacy and communications objectives
Build and maintain strong relationships with policymakers, regulatory agencies, international organizations, and business education stakeholders
Coordinate representation for AACSB at global policy events, international conferences, and high-level meetings
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment of public affairs messaging with organizational priorities
Direct media relations strategy and oversee engagement with global media outlets
Develop integrated campaigns to increase awareness of AACSB’s global advocacy priorities and impact
Monitor international media coverage, analyze trends and sentiment, and provide leadership with actionable insights
Supervise the Public Relations Manager in tactical execution of media outreach and content production
Track and analyze international legislative, regulatory, and geopolitical trends affecting business education
Provide timely intelligence and policy analysis to AACSB leadership
Position AACSB as a proactive and credible voice in shaping global education policy discussions
Develop and manage the Public Affairs budget to support strategic priorities and maximize impact
Demonstrate leadership through working cross-functionally with Thought Leadership, Marketing, and Data teams to achieve organizational goals
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate the Public Relations Manager, fostering professional growth and high performance
Build organizational capacity in public affairs and advocacy communications
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Communications, International Relations, Journalism, or a related field
7–10 years' experience in public affairs, global policy engagement, strategic communications, or media relations
At least 3 years of supervisory experience
Demonstrated experience leading global advocacy strategies and reputation management initiatives
Strong understanding of legislative, regulatory, and international policy landscapes
Proven track record of managing high-profile communications and media relations
Experience preparing executives for media interviews and global speaking engagements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including speechwriting and strategic messaging that can be demonstrated during the interview process
Ability to manage and communicate the status of complex projects effectively
Proficiency with media monitoring and advocacy tools
Preferred
Master's degree in Public Policy, Communications, International Relations, Journalism, or a related field
Experience within an association, nonprofit, or international organization
Experience in higher education, business, or related disciplines
Supervisory experience with exempt-level employees
Benefits
Generous paid vacation
Sick
Holiday time
Health, dental, and vision coverage
A 403(b) retirement plan
Short- and long-term disability
Life insurance
A wellness allowance
Tuition reimbursement
A hybrid work environment
Company
AACSB
AACSB International (AACSB), a global nonprofit association, connects educators, students, and business to achieve a common goal.
51-200 employees
Funding
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