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Urbana, IL | United States

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Job description

Sr. Associate Director of Constituent Engagement -- Gies College of Business
Office of Advancement

Job Summary
Strategically guide activities related to organizing, developing, and delivering advancement messaging to various Gies Business constituent audiences. Fully utilizing and in collaboration with the Marcom team in the Gies College of Business, will oversee the design and implementation of support for individual fundraising, corporate engagement, alumni engagement, and comprehensive stewardship efforts.
Duties & Responsibilities

Administration and Communications

• Develop and execute comprehensive annual communications plans for the advancement unit in close collaboration with advancement leadership. Ensure effective communication of college fundraising priorities through diverse channels, including print, web, and digital platforms.
• Provide strategic oversight of targeted digital communications, including platforms such as ThankView, to enhance engagement and outreach.
• Successfully direct and manage complex communications projects, fostering collaboration among team members, Gies Marcom team, and campus advancement staff.
• Contribute to the design and composition of donor and corporate proposals, written solicitations, personalized acknowledgment letters, and stewardship materials.
• Oversee and maintain the master communications calendar for Gies Advancement, ensuring strategic alignment with organizational goals and priorities.
• Exercise day-to-day oversight of gathering and preparing information for communication channels, including the website, newsletters, marketing materials, and social media. Ensure consistency and alignment with marketing and communication goals.
• Establish and implement processes to maintain consistency, clarity, cost efficiency, and high-quality standards in advancement communications.
• Set deadlines, manage approvals, and ensure the timely completion of communication projects.
• Serve as the primary liaison with the Marcom team, facilitating effective communication and collaboration to implement advancement marketing and communication plans.
• Demonstrate creativity and resourcefulness in identifying and executing new projects and opportunities.
• Stay informed about current marketing trends, identifying opportunities and capabilities to reach donor and alumni audiences effectively.
• Undertake other related duties as assigned.

Data and Metrics

• Analyze, measure, and report on the performance of Gies advancement marketing and communications in collaboration with Advancement leadership and stakeholders.
• Present insights and recommendations derived from data analysis to inform advancement marketing and communications strategies and tactics. Identify new opportunities for improvement.
• Provide counsel to the Gies Chief Advancement Officer and Advancement leadership based on communication data analysis and insights.

Management

• Train and supervise staff to ensure a high level of competency and efficiency.
• Assign and review work, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business administration, communications, public relations, or a closely related field.
• Five (5) years (60 months) of professional work experience in marketing, public relations, communications, brand management, or a related professional area.
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising, alumni engagement, and/or stewardship.
• Experience in higher education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in advancement or non-profit sector.
• Experience working for a large, complex organization or higher education.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to influence and engage direct and indirect reports and peers and to supervise the work of others.
• Excellent judgment and creative problem solving skills
• Ability to work effectively within a complex organizational structure that includes faculty, administration and staff across many organizations, departments and programs
• Quality-driven, results-focused approach to work, and a strong attention to detail with an ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
• Highest standards of professionalism, including tact, discretion, and a customer service-oriented approach to the job
• Passion for team-based work with clear dedication for fostering positive, collegial relationships
• Strong sense of initiative with good judgment on when to work independently and when to involve the team
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing communications plans

Appointment Information


This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5004 - Marketing Associate position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the search close date. Salary is commensurate with experience, with the base salary starting at $75,000. Position may work in a remote or hybrid arrangement as agreed upon by supervisor.


For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at .


For more information about Gies Business, visit .

Application Procedures & Deadline Information


Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on February 14, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact [email protected] . For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.


The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .


Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing [email protected] .



Requisition ID : 1022140

Job Category : Administrative



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