50010000 - AD-VP ADVANCEMENT

Writer

The Content Editor and Writer is responsible for planning and producing development-related strategic communications on behalf of UF Advancement and in support of its individual departments. Reporting to the Senior Director of Advancement Communications, the Content Editor & Writer will play a lead role in reporting and writing feature stories for UF Advancement print and digital channels and developing collateral supporting strategic fundraising initiatives. This role will further serve as a contact for internal and external service partners and will edit the content of other members of the Advancement Communications team, under the direction of the Senior Director

Content Development

• In consultation with the Senior Director, produce development-related content that advances broad Advancement development goals and strategic priorities.
• Serve primarily as a writer and editor, create inspiring messaging and stories for alumni- and development-related print and digital communications and marketing, including feature stories, concept papers, proposals, stewardship reports, news releases, brochures, booklets, magazine copy, web copy, social media, multimedia, event scripts and other materials.
• Support basic design and digital production efforts as needed.

Strategic Communication

• Work collaboratively with SCME leadership and team to drive the development and strategic positioning of UF Advancement brand across all university development and alumni relations efforts.
• Consult with administrators, development officers and communicators, as well as the Advancement Communications leadership team, to ensure strong development communications strategies and materials.
• Serve as a strategic communications liaison between Advancement departments and various colleges and units, as assigned, and the SCME team.

Project Management

• Develop strategic communications and marketing plans and serve as a project manager for internal service partners in alignment with the communications project intake system.
• Ensure that tasks and projects are completed at the highest quality and that deadlines and processes are met.
• Identify process obstacles, devise process solutions and maintain management system to maximize efficiency.
• Participate in regular status meetings to inform supervisor, team and stakeholders of project deliverables updates, and impending deadlines and milestones.
• Monitor and coordinate project planning. Develop and conceptualize short-term and long-term goals of each project using established attributes to achieve the vision and values and effectively communicate project expectations.
• Prioritize multiple assignments and plans and executes strategies to work independently and under limited timeframes to meet deadlines. Ensures project deliverables are met.

$55,000 - $62,000
The University of Florida offers a competitive benefits package including health, retirement, paid time off, discount programs, professional development and work life support. Learn more.  

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area; or an associate’s degree and two years of relevant experience.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization such as journalism, public relations or communications
• Writing experience, preferably as a reporter or editor at a newspaper, magazine or broadcast media outlet
• Excellent writing and verbal communications skills. Demonstrated writing abilities for multiple styles and platforms.
• Should possess a proficiency in communicating effectively with diverse audiences in conversations and through writing. Knowledge of advancement philosophy and practices; higher education experience preferred.
• Ability to multi-task and problem-solve, using research and analytical skills to develop and implement creative solutions.
• Skill requiring judgment to take initiative, accurately establish priorities, complete complex assignments in a timely manner, and adapt quickly to changing needs and in dealing with conflicting challenges.
• Working knowledge of office computing as well as internet browsers and various Internet tools. Working knowledge of a donor database, contact management and tracking system.
• Experience working in a team atmosphere and ability to understand and translate institutional policies/objectives into persuasive communications preferred with the ability to work with other communication professionals across campus.
• Proven success in managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, adapting quickly to changing priorities, while maintaining great attention to detail and accuracy.
• Commitment to excellence and customer service.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with diverse constituencies.
• Ability to work independently under pressure with minimal supervision.

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume and three references. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.