A Communications Manager plans and directs public relations programs that create a positive public image for an organization or business. Oversees press releases and communications with media; works with advertising and marketing staff to target advertising campaigns; manages internal communications such as newsletters or financial reports. May draft speeches or arrange interviews for company executives.
Evanston, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Opening Id:
54273
Department:
Alumni Relations & Development Salary/Grade:
EXS/8 Please note: The target budgeted salary for this position is $75,000 to $80,000 annually. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data For full consideration, please submit a resume, cover letter, and writing samples.
Job Summary:
The associate director of fundraising communications is detail-oriented writer and editor with broad-based responsibilities for creating and managing fundraising materials, gift proposals, alumni and donor communications, marketing materials, and other content on behalf of Northwestern University Alumni Relations and Development (ARD). In collaboration with the senior director of strategic philanthropy communications and other ARD colleagues, the associate director of fundraising communications both contributes to and manages projects, interacting directly with internal and external partners in a deadline-driven environment. The role primarily focuses on creating fundraising proposals and managing ARD's library of proposal content to support gift officers in their conversations with donors. University. This role is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, up to two days remote and three onsite.
Specific Responsibilities :
Collaborate with gift officers and ARD colleagues to craft high-quality, engaging gift proposals, one-sheets, and other materials to support fundraising efforts for various University initiatives. Maintain library of proposal content language, including regularly updating existing content, adding new content, and collaborating with staff across ARD to ensure accuracy of information. Write and edit content to support the work of the ARD Marketing and Communications team, including press releases, magazine stories, original content, alumni and donor communications, and other marketing and communications materials as assigned. Act as the Marketing and Communications liaison to colleagues throughout ARD, serving as their primary marketing and communications contact and managing projects to ensure they are successfully completed on time and meet partner expectations. Work with ARD Marketing and Communications team to manage project schedules, maintain strategic alignment, and ensure deliverables are completed on time. Miscellaneous Performs other duties as assigned.
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