Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff
Advancement Communications Assistant Director
Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, Flagstaff, Arizona, United States, 86004
Advancement Communications Assistant Director
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Location:
VP AdvancementRegular/Temporary:
RegularJob ID:
608039Full/Part Time:
Full-Time
Workplace CultureNAU aims to be the nation's preeminent engine of opportunity, vehicle of economic mobility, and driver of social impact by delivering equitable postsecondary value in Arizona and beyond.
Special InformationThis position is eligible for on-site, hybrid, or remote work.On-site work requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation.Hybrid work allows the incumbent to complete their work at both an NAU site, campus, or facility
and
at a non-centralized site with or without accommodation.Remote work allows the incumbent to complete their work at a location other than an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation.
Job DescriptionThe Advancement Communications Assistant Director will help lead the development and execution of alumni and donor integrated, strategic, audience-centric, complementary, and coordinated (ISACC) communications. This position leads multi-channel Alumni Engagement campaigns including the publication of the biannual Pine alumni magazine. The division's engagement, acquisition, retention, and fundraising goals are highly dependent upon personalized, engaging, and relevant content that this position is responsible to generate. NAU is in the quiet phase of its Comprehensive Campaign and this position leads and manages the development and strategy for multi-channel Comprehensive Campaign communications. This position oversees fundraising campaign communication industry trends and best practices to inform strategic fundraising and engagement communications. Through regular communication and partnership, this position ensures a sustainable and growing fundraising pipeline for the NAU Foundation while fostering enhanced engagement among the Lumberjack community.
Key ResponsibilitiesStrategy and Content Development - 60%
Write and edit ISACC communications that support the division's efforts to increase and amplify alumni engagement, develop a culture of philanthropy, inspire prospective and current alumni donors, and deepen the relationship between alumni and donors to NAU.Serve as the lead strategist and manager for Alumni Engagement multi-channel communications, including developing project schedules, content, audience segmentation, deliverables, timing, distribution, analysis, and reporting.Lead and manage the development and strategy for multi-channel Comprehensive Campaign communications.Write donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship communications, such as proposals, gift announcements, and impact reports.Manage and coordinate college/unit communication plans, campaign communications, content reviews, data requests, etc.
Project Management - 20%
Project manage Alumni Engagement Communications multi-channel campaigns.Facilitate division project kick-offs and manage project timelines.Maximize MS Teams and OneNote for project transparency and organization.
Reporting and Analysis - 15%
Conduct high-level analysis, compile information, test, track, and report on individual campaign performance.Analyze metrics and campaigns to ensure communications are in line with and help advance Advancement Communications goals and metrics.
Other - 5%
Identify opportunities for change and improvement.Create a positive team environment as a leading member of the Advancement Communications team.
Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in relevant field; and2-4 years of project management experience; and3-5 years of relevant experience; orAny combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted.
Preferred QualificationsMaster's degree in relevant field.5-7 years of experience writing and copy editing for various audiences utilizing a multi-channel approach.Demonstrates current knowledge of non-profit, higher education, alumni engagement communications, and fundraising trends.
Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.Skilled, versatile writer and editor.Ability to multi-task with accuracy and strong attention to detail.Exceptional interpersonal skills and flexibility to respond quickly and appropriately to institutional needs.
Application DeadlineSeptember 23, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.How to ApplyTo apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button on this page.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Read on to fully understand what this job requires in terms of skills and experience If you are a good match, make an application.
Location:
VP AdvancementRegular/Temporary:
RegularJob ID:
608039Full/Part Time:
Full-Time
Workplace CultureNAU aims to be the nation's preeminent engine of opportunity, vehicle of economic mobility, and driver of social impact by delivering equitable postsecondary value in Arizona and beyond.
Special InformationThis position is eligible for on-site, hybrid, or remote work.On-site work requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation.Hybrid work allows the incumbent to complete their work at both an NAU site, campus, or facility
and
at a non-centralized site with or without accommodation.Remote work allows the incumbent to complete their work at a location other than an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation.
Job DescriptionThe Advancement Communications Assistant Director will help lead the development and execution of alumni and donor integrated, strategic, audience-centric, complementary, and coordinated (ISACC) communications. This position leads multi-channel Alumni Engagement campaigns including the publication of the biannual Pine alumni magazine. The division's engagement, acquisition, retention, and fundraising goals are highly dependent upon personalized, engaging, and relevant content that this position is responsible to generate. NAU is in the quiet phase of its Comprehensive Campaign and this position leads and manages the development and strategy for multi-channel Comprehensive Campaign communications. This position oversees fundraising campaign communication industry trends and best practices to inform strategic fundraising and engagement communications. Through regular communication and partnership, this position ensures a sustainable and growing fundraising pipeline for the NAU Foundation while fostering enhanced engagement among the Lumberjack community.
Key ResponsibilitiesStrategy and Content Development - 60%
Write and edit ISACC communications that support the division's efforts to increase and amplify alumni engagement, develop a culture of philanthropy, inspire prospective and current alumni donors, and deepen the relationship between alumni and donors to NAU.Serve as the lead strategist and manager for Alumni Engagement multi-channel communications, including developing project schedules, content, audience segmentation, deliverables, timing, distribution, analysis, and reporting.Lead and manage the development and strategy for multi-channel Comprehensive Campaign communications.Write donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship communications, such as proposals, gift announcements, and impact reports.Manage and coordinate college/unit communication plans, campaign communications, content reviews, data requests, etc.
Project Management - 20%
Project manage Alumni Engagement Communications multi-channel campaigns.Facilitate division project kick-offs and manage project timelines.Maximize MS Teams and OneNote for project transparency and organization.
Reporting and Analysis - 15%
Conduct high-level analysis, compile information, test, track, and report on individual campaign performance.Analyze metrics and campaigns to ensure communications are in line with and help advance Advancement Communications goals and metrics.
Other - 5%
Identify opportunities for change and improvement.Create a positive team environment as a leading member of the Advancement Communications team.
Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in relevant field; and2-4 years of project management experience; and3-5 years of relevant experience; orAny combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted.
Preferred QualificationsMaster's degree in relevant field.5-7 years of experience writing and copy editing for various audiences utilizing a multi-channel approach.Demonstrates current knowledge of non-profit, higher education, alumni engagement communications, and fundraising trends.
Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.Skilled, versatile writer and editor.Ability to multi-task with accuracy and strong attention to detail.Exceptional interpersonal skills and flexibility to respond quickly and appropriately to institutional needs.
Application DeadlineSeptember 23, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.How to ApplyTo apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button on this page.#J-18808-Ljbffr