Director, Advancement & Alumni Communications
About The Position
The Director of Advancement and Alumni Communications oversees and manages strategic marketing and communications programs and projects to increase awareness of and private support for Texas State University, as well as grow alumni affinity and overall engagement. The Director will drive the development and execution of a communications strategy that engages, builds affinity with, and activates alumni, parents, and other constituents, inspiring them to take actions that support and promote Texas State University. Reporting to the Executive Director of Donor Engagement, the Director of Advancement and Alumni Communications is a key member of the University Advancement team, supporting brand development and fundraising priorities. This role works with peers throughout University Advancement to develop compelling cases for support; develop marketing and social media strategies and identify targeted opportunities to cultivate pride and motivate investments in Texas State University. To execute this work, this position will frequently collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting fundraising or alumni marketing and communications for a large public university or nonprofit organization.
- Preferred minimum five years of proven experience in alumni engagement, development, or related fields, with a track record of successfully engaging and cultivating alumni.
- Preferred minimum five years of comprehensive communication management experience.
- Prior experience working on comprehensive philanthropic and alumni engagement campaigns is preferred.
- Management and supervision experience, including coaching, managing, and mentoring teams of alumni engagement and communications professionals, building talent within the department and ensuring that the department is optimally structured to support alumni engagement and communications functions.
- Demonstrated ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information.
- Proficiency in office software tools and experience with relevant CRM and project management tools.
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
- Maturity, judgment, and respect are requisite to engage with campus leadership and prominent alumni.
- A collegial, understanding leadership style that values team members.
- Creativity and insight in identifying crucial collaborations between institutional goals and alumni and communication priorities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and presentation skills.
- The candidate must be able to articulate the needs, interests, and accomplishments of Texas State University to important constituencies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
