EPIP is hiring: Assistant Director, Philanthropy Communication in Brookline

Assistant Director, Philanthropy Communication

Posted on May 20, 2022

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life-changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment providing compassionate care to patients of all backgrounds. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment and educate tomorrow's physician/researchers.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Assistant Director, Philanthropy Communication

Brookline, MA

Full Time

Serve as a Philanthropy Communications staff member in the Division of Philanthropy. Develop and manage marketing strategies, campaigns, and major projects. Write proposals to support the Principal & Major Gifts (PMG) team and manage an Account Manager/Writer who primarily supports the Donor Relations (DR) team. The Assistant Director will create collateral materials and content for various platforms, as well as researching, writing, and editing marketing materials to support the Division of Philanthropy in raising more than $300 million annually. Responsible for assisting the entire Division with reaching its financial goals.

This position is considered remote, requiring up to 1 day in the office at 10 Brookline Place, Brookline, MA each week. DFCI guidelines state that employees must reside in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, or Rhode Island.

Responsibilities:

• Lead ongoing and comprehensive marketing efforts to support fundraising by the Principal & Major Gifts teams.
• Serve as the main account lead for assigned PMG programs and initiatives.
• Provide research and planning, writing, editing, and project management on various projects including:
• Writing and producing proposals for major donors.
• Marketing collateral including brochures, multimedia, fact sheets, web copy, email blasts, and more.
• Summaries of scientific research for lay audiences.
• Videos featuring research and patient care advancements.
• Articles for donor newsletters and publications.
• Donor stewardship event materials.
• Donor recognition initiatives.
• Liaise between PMG, senior management, and various Philanthropy Communications counterparts to execute all marketing efforts.
• Work collaboratively with teams to execute marketing projects on time and on budget.
• Supervise and support one Account Manager/Writer.
• Develop strategies to motivate staff and encourage their professional growth.
• Work with colleagues to create and refine internal policies and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, marketing, or related field required.
• Five to seven years writing and marketing experience, preferably in a Principal and Major Gifts or Donor Relations setting.
• Strong marketing and advertising experience, writing and editing abilities, and project management experience.
• Mastery of Microsoft technology including Outlook, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with diverse donors is a plus.

To learn more and to apply, please visit: Dana-Farber Careers

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