Communication Associate, University Advancement Communication (UAC)

Villanova University; Villanova (Delaware County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Competitive retirement savings plan

Flexible work options

Wellness programs including gym membership

Tuition assistance

Job summary

VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY is looking for a Communication Associate to support multi-channel communications for University Advancement. This position requires strong project management skills, writing, and editing. Responsibilities include managing marketing initiatives and collaborating closely with various departments.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in communications or marketing and at least 2 years of experience. The position offers a salary range of $60,000-$65,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of writing, project management, and communication experience.
• Experience working in university advancement in a higher education setting.
• Must be a flexible, upbeat, energetic self-starter.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a project manager, writer and editor for communication and marketing initiatives.
• Develops and collaborates on communication and marketing projects.
• Manages additional projects as needed.
• Handles multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Writing skills

Project management

Editing skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, English or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Communication Associate, University Advancement Communication (UAC)

Position Summary: The Communication Associate, University Advancement Communication (UAC), provides support to deliver creative and integrated multi‑channel communications for University Advancement (UA). The Communication Associate serves as a project manager, writer and editor for both digital and print communication and marketing initiatives within University Advancement, including the academic enterprise, the colleges, athletics and various other areas. The Communication Associate also serves as the primary point‑of‑contact and collaborates with various UA departments on a portfolio of communication and marketing projects to ensure alignment with the Villanova brand and achievement of UA’s fundraising and alumni engagement goals.

As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a project manager, writer and editor for both digital and print communication and marketing initiatives within University Advancement, including solicitations, major gift proposals, publications, event communications and presentations.
• Develops, plans, schedules and collaborates with various UA departments on communication and marketing projects, including systems and data management, as well as working closely with University Communication and Marketing on design, photography and production.
• Serves as a cross‑functional member of the UAC team, managing additional projects as needed.
• Performs other duties and assists with projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Formal Education

• Bachelor’s degree required in communications, marketing, English or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Work Experience

• 2+ years of writing, project management and communication experience for multiple platforms within an academic, business or non‑profit environment.

Work Skills

• Must be a team player with strong writing, editing, organizational, project management and planning skills. Must be a flexible, upbeat, energetic self‑starter who enjoys collaboration with a wide variety of constituencies. This individual must also have the ability to handle multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast‑paced, multifaceted environment, thrive within a matrixed organization, and work collaboratively and effectively within varied and complex teams. Must have strong communication, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills with the ability to maintain positive relationships with a wide variety of departments/colleagues. Must be able to work independently as well as with others and handle situations with diplomacy and tact. This individual must have a deep commitment to the well‑being of the University, a commitment to the University’s Augustinian Catholic heritage, the advancement of its mission and to serving the needs of a diverse community.

Specific Job Knowledge

• Must understand leveraging digital and print platforms to tell alumni/donor stories in compelling ways.
• Must be proficient in all standard computer applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat.

Equipment Knowledge

• General office equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

Work Experience

• Experience working in university advancement in a higher education setting.

Specific Job Knowledge

• Experience with direct mail, event marketing applications, web content/management, social media management, analytics tools and Adobe Creative Suite.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours

Must have the ability to work some evenings, weekends, and possibly holidays as the demands of the job dictate.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Salary

This position falls within salaried grade 14 and the range for this position is $60,000-$65,000. The final salary will be determined with consideration of several factors including the selected candidate’s qualifications, department budget availability, market data, and internal equity.