Senior Content Strategy Lead for Donor Engagement

Boston College; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission for employees

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k and Employer-Sponsored Retirement

Job summary

Boston College is seeking a Senior Associate Director of Content Strategy to lead the editorial team within University Advancement Communications and Marketing. You will shape messaging frameworks and oversee donor-focused content, publications, and multimedia, ensuring alignment with BC’s voice and priorities.

You will collaborate across ACM and Advancement to deliver cohesive communications. The role emphasizes editorial excellence, donor storytelling, and cross-functional partnerships, with a

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of professional writing experience, preferably in a development-related environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing and developing staff.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, feedback-rich environment.
• Appreciation for mission-driven institutions and commitment to advancing higher education and Boston College’s Jesuit, Catholic values.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in communication, English, journalism, or a related field preferred.
• Sense of humor appreciated

Responsibilities

• Lead editorial team: Manage and develop a team of writers and editors, including project assignment, reviewing work, performance feedback, coaching growth, and ensuring adherence to deadlines as well as consistent quality and messaging across all content
• Shape messaging frameworks: Contribute to the creation of messaging frameworks for University Advancement priorities
• Oversee content development: Lead concepting and copy development for both broad engagement touchpoints and custom, high-impact materials including donor solicitations, publications, and multimedia assets
• Drive strategic content planning: Develop strategies to maximize existing communication platforms and publications, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and audience needs
• Champion audience-centered work: Ensure content is grounded in audience insight and segmentation to deliver relevant, engaging communications that build long-term trust
• Apply institutional voice: Uphold BC’s style, voice, and brand standards across all segments, constituencies, and publications
• Source and shape narratives: Partner with University Advancement stakeholders to identify stories that reflect business objectives while meeting editorial needs
• Maintain editorial excellence: Ensure high standards of copywriting and quality control while managing multiple projects and deadlines
• Build cross-functional partnerships: Collaborate across ACM and University Advancement to align priorities, share insights, and deliver cohesive, integrated communications

Skills

Professional writing

Staff management

Editorial planning

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree in communication/English/journalism

Job description

Boston College is seeking a Senior Associate Director of Content Strategy to lead the editorial team within University Advancement Communications and Marketing. You will shape messaging frameworks and oversee donor-focused content, publications, and multimedia, ensuring alignment with BC’s voice and priorities.

You will collaborate across ACM and Advancement to deliver cohesive communications. The role emphasizes editorial excellence, donor storytelling, and cross-functional partnerships, with a