Advancement Officer- Content & Campaigns Officer

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. They are seeking a Content Strategy & Campaigns Officer to support the planning, creation, and distribution of content for various Institutional Advancement programs, including annual giving and donor stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Assistant Director of Content Strategy & Campaigns, you’ll support the planning, creation, and distribution of content across a variety of UTEP Institutional Advancement programs, including annual giving; alumni and campus engagement; development; donor stewardship, and events
• As a member of the Integrated Marketing and Communications (IMC) team, you’ll explore story leads in partnership with engagement and development teams
• You will collaborate closely with alumni and campus partners, including deans and academic units, to gather information, contacts, and quotes, and to interview and write stories
• You’ll write feature articles for the IA website and university publications, create copy for social media, and identify and compile stats or outcomes applicable to impact reports, stewardship, and similar efforts
• Your role will include producing letters of intent and/or proposals to support fundraising initiatives
• You will write, edit, and proofread high-end materials including marketing pieces, personalized letters, and stewardship reports
• You’ll also draft and fact-check talking points, speeches, and other materials to support the Vice President of Institutional Advancement and other Institutional Advancement leadership
• Additionally, you’ll develop materials that advance IA’s culture of philanthropy and engagement
• These writing assignments will require research skills, creativity, and the ability to write highly personalized communications pieces in different voices and tones for different audiences
• This role requires consistency, accuracy, and high attention to detail
• All content must follow University brand and communications guidelines
• Performs a variety of assignments and analyses that impact the Advancement function
• Coordinates donor and funding efforts, services, events, programs, etc. as assigned
• Understands key functional drivers and uses this understanding to accomplish/complete own work
• Solves problems in straightforward situations
• Analyzes potential solutions using experience, judgments, and precedence, providing input and recommendations
• Impacts the quality of work and the work of others on the team, ensuring efficient workflows, productivity, etc
• Assists in the development and implementation of advancement strategic plans according to plan and/or with guidance
• Works within standardized functional procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet established deadlines
• Performs a variety of tasks such as: researching and analyzing data and preparing reports/findings; planning and coordinating events, programs, or services; maintaining data records; processing forms and requests, etc
• Solves routine and complex problems and identifies new, less obvious solutions and/or provides recommendations
• Impacts the quality, timeliness, and effectiveness of the team through planning, organization, coordination, and occasional oversight
• Uses discretion to modify work practices and processes to achieve results and/or improve efficiency
• Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems
• Complies with all State and University policies
• Other duties may be assigned; specific roles may have additional responsibilities due to the nature of the specific role/division/unit

Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing or other related fields
• 1(one) -2 (two) years of related experience and training to the statement of duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail
• Strong storytelling ability and a knack for turning complex ideas into clear and engaging narratives
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software and ability to learn and use institutional software systems
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines
• Experience utilizing project management tools, such as Asana
• Experience with CRMs, such as Raiser's Edge
• Proficiency in AP Style

Benefits

• Benefit Package includes: Medical, Prescription, Life Insurance and Wellness platform
• Voluntary Benefits: Dental, Vision, Additional life insurance, UT Flex, Short and Long - term disability plans
• Retirement Programs
• Longevity Pay
• Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Discounts & Perks
• Employee Education Assistance program
• And much more! Visit our Benefits Summary Page for more information on our additional benefits.

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