Assistant Director, Advancement Communications — Donor Marketing

Washington University in St. Louis; Clayton (MO); On-site; USD 49,700 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Metro transit U‑Pass

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking an Assistant Director, Advancement Communications to lead marketing and digital communications for annual giving. You will research and write solicitations, plan a strategic annual campaign, and collaborate with the Annual Giving Programs to raise millions.

The role emphasizes creativity, fast-paced production, and cross-team coordination. The position requires a Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant experience, with responsibilities spanning

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in advancement communications or a related field.
• Strong research and writing skills for high-volume solicitations and campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Research and write materials for a high volume of solicitations and other annual efforts.
• Collaborate with the director of advancement communications, art director, and Annual Giving Programs to develop concepts for direct mail and electronic solicitations and plan an annual campaign.
• Provide recommendations for new strategies to market fundraising efforts.
• Manage schedules and the approval process for multiple projects to meet deadlines.
• Build solicitation and stewardship emails for large audiences, coordinating with teams.

Skills

Creativity

Research & Writing

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking an Assistant Director, Advancement Communications to lead marketing and digital communications for annual giving. You will research and write solicitations, plan a strategic annual campaign, and collaborate with the Annual Giving Programs to raise millions.

The role emphasizes creativity, fast-paced production, and cross-team coordination. The position requires a Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant experience, with responsibilities spanning