Executive Director, Strategic Communications & Stewardship

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 135,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania seeks an Executive Director of Communications and Stewardship for Penn Medicine Development and Alumni Relations. This role provides strategic leadership for communications, marketing, and stewardship across Leadership Communications, Alumni Relations, UPHS Clinical Care, Abramson Cancer Center, Campaign Initiatives, Biomedical Research, and Operations.

You will lead a 20-member team, drive goals and long-term planning, and oversee analytics, budgeting, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 7–10 years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising, communications, public relations, marketing, or related field.
• Master's degree and 5–7 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Experience in an academic or healthcare institution strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversight and management for PMDAR wide development communications, stewardship, and digital media efforts.
• Set goals and best practices, react to ongoing requests, and develop strategy and long-term planning for PMDAR.
• Direct workflow and priorities for all communications team members.
• Oversee analytics and metrics to assure program’s success.

Skills

Team leadership

Writing & editing

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

The University of Pennsylvania seeks an Executive Director of Communications and Stewardship for Penn Medicine Development and Alumni Relations. This role provides strategic leadership for communications, marketing, and stewardship across Leadership Communications, Alumni Relations, UPHS Clinical Care, Abramson Cancer Center, Campaign Initiatives, Biomedical Research, and Operations.

You will lead a 20-member team, drive goals and long-term planning, and oversee analytics, budgeting, and