Mission Communications Lead

Villanova University; Lower Merion Township (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 58,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Gym membership

Tuition assistance

Flexible work options

Job summary

Villanova University seeks an Assistant Director of Communication, Office for Mission and Ministry (OMM) to lead mission-grounded content for OMM’s internal and external audiences. You will manage digital outreach, including social media, newsletters, and the OMM website, and coordinate with departments to ensure brand alignment.

The role requires strong writing, proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud and CMS tools, and experience creating content for multiple platforms, including Instagram and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Theology and Religious Studies, or a related field.
• 3 years of professional communication experience, preferably within higher education, a faith-based non-profit, or a religious order.
• Strong writing skills.
• High proficiency with content creation tools (Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva), content management systems, email marketing platforms, and a strong understanding of emerging digital media trends.
• A deep commitment to Villanova University and the Augustinian charism with the ability to articulate the mission to a pluralistic campus community.
• Understanding of Roman Catholic theology and practices and the ability to relate them to the personal and relational experience of young adults.
• Understanding of multifaith spiritual practices, service, justice advocacy, and care for creation.
• Strong experience creating content for Instagram, Facebook, and digital platforms.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates OMM's internal and external mission-grounded communication through multimedia content creation and digital outreach, including social media, newsletters and the OMM website.
• Translates Augustinian Catholic identity, schedules, programs and community life into engaging digital content for all areas in OMM.
• Develops, plans, schedules and collaborates with various OMM departments on communication and marketing projects, including systems and data management, and works with University Communications on design, photography and production.
• Unifies messaging across OMM centers and initiatives to align with the Villanova brand and strategic goals.

Skills

Strong writing

Content creation

Digital media trends

Social media planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/PR/Marketing/Theology or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Canva

CMS

Email marketing platforms

Job description

Villanova University seeks an Assistant Director of Communication, Office for Mission and Ministry (OMM) to lead mission-grounded content for OMM’s internal and external audiences. You will manage digital outreach, including social media, newsletters, and the OMM website, and coordinate with departments to ensure brand alignment.

The role requires strong writing, proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud and CMS tools, and experience creating content for multiple platforms, including Instagram and