University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA) is hiring: Senior Campaign and Pro

Special Instructions to Applicants A resume, cover letter and completed application are required to be considered for this position. Please note, this is a HYBRID role. Position Summary As part of UCLA Development's Campaign Content and Creative team, the Senior Campaign and Proposal Writer ensures UCLA's boldest ideas and most meaningful stories are communicated with clarity, purpose, and heart. Through compelling narratives and persuasive messaging, this role supports transformational giving and deepens donor belief in UCLA's mission. From drafting a multi‑million‑dollar proposal to shaping the announcement of a landmark gift, the Senior Campaign and Proposal Writer helps donors see their potential for impact. This position will be instrumental in crafting compelling, donor‑centric content and turning institutional vision into personalized, powerful communication that moves relationships forward. It's a strategic storytelling role that sits at the intersection of mission, momentum, and philanthropy. And by leading and growing other Development writing staff, they multiply internal capacity and ensure a consistent, campaign‑ready voice across units. This is a great opportunity to bring your strong instincts for message clarity and audience engagement, experience in campaign, development, or high‑visibility nonprofit communications settings, to advance UCLA's cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship efforts as part of our renowned "best‑in‑class" development team. Purpose. Potential. Possibility. UCLA is an exceptional place to work, helping you achieve financial well‑being with a pension and other retirement savings plans. Explore more and learn how you can embark on a rewarding career with us today! Salary & Compensation UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits. Qualifications 8+ years of experience in fundraising communications or related donor‑focused storytelling. (Required) Proven partnership with frontline fundraisers and/or direct experience in a development/donor strategy role demonstrating a clear understanding of how messaging supports cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. (Required) Experience supervising or mentoring writers/editors, with a track record of developing talent and a commitment to equitable feedback practices. (Required) Demonstrated experience and excellence producing principal and major gift proposals/cases and flagship donor features under deadline. (Required) Prior experience and skill as an interviewer across faculty/academic leaders, clinicians, donors, and institutional partners; able to synthesize complex inputs quickly to inform persuasive, accurate, and tailored content. (Required) Advanced knowledge of the fundamentals of writing, grammar, syntax, style and punctuation with advanced skills to write, clear, lively, engaging, compelling and effective copy in a variety of styles appropriate to target audiences and the broader public. (Required) Strong editorial instincts with advanced knowledge of appropriate editorial style and publication guidelines; able to set standards and provide edits/coaching to peers. (Required) Cross‑channel writing range with firm grasp of accessibility and inclusive language. (Required) Ability to write in a voice that is clear, warm, and confident - while adapting tone to reflect institutional, campaign, or senior leadership perspectives. (Required) Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills and an adaptive, solutions‑oriented mindset; thrives in a fast‑paced environment and adjusts quickly to shifting priorities. (Required) Advanced project management, organizational and proactive problem‑solving skills; ability to work independently with a high level of autonomy, work quickly and accurately; provide proficient follow up and make effectively timely decisions under minimal supervision. (Required) Strong collaborative instincts and advanced communication and interpersonal skills; able to build trust with colleagues and partners and operate with discretion around sensitive donor and institutional information. (Required) Dedicated, passionate, resilient and results‑oriented with demonstrated skill in succeeding at challenging assignments and producing work that is on target, highly polished and of a high standard. (Required) Committed to continuous learning and professional development as both a writer and strategic communicator. (Preferred) Familiarity with gift announcement workflows and newsroom coordination. (Preferred) Comfort translating scientific/clinical/technical content for donor or similar constituent audiences. (Preferred) Comfort leveraging AI‑enabled tools to improve efficiency while protecting confidentiality and quality. (Preferred) Special Conditions for Employment Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation. Ability to work evenings and/or weekends as needed. (Required) Ability to travel as needed. Schedule 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Union/Policy Covered 99-Policy Covered Complete Position Description https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=38&JDName=Writer%20Editor%204%20(41215658) #J-18808-Ljbffr En Español: Instrucciones especiales a los solicitantes Un currículum, una carta de presentación y una solicitud completada deben considerarse para este puesto. Tenga en cuenta que este es un papel HYBRID. Resumen de posición Como parte del equipo de contenido y creación de campaña de UCLA Development, el escritor principal de campaña y propuesta asegura que las ideas más audaces y las historias más significativas de la UCLA se comunican con claridad, propósito y corazón. A través de narrativas convincentes y mensajes persuasivos, este papel apoya la entrega transformadora y profundiza la creencia de los donantes en la misión de la Universidad de California. Esta es una gran oportunidad para traer sus fuertes instintos de claridad del mensaje y participación de la audiencia, experiencia en campañas, desarrollo o entornos de comunicaciones sin fines de lucro de alta visibilidad, para avanzar en el cultivo, la solicitud y los esfuerzos de administración de UCLA como parte de nuestro renombrado equipo de desarrollo "mejor en su clase". Propósito. Potencial. Posibilidad. UCLA es un lugar excepcional para trabajar, ayudándole a lograr el bienestar financiero con una pensión y otros planes de ahorro de jubilación. Explore más y aprenda cómo puede embarcarse en una carrera profesional con nosotros hoy mismo! Salario & Compensación UCLA ofrece una gama completa de pagos. La oferta salarial real incluye factores de presupuesto, experiencia previa, conocimientos, habilidades, capacidades, educación, licencias y otras certificaciones de negocios. La ventaja salarial en la parte superior de la gama de servicios no son beneficios comunes. (Necesario) Experiencia en la supervisión o tutoría de escritores/editores, con una trayectoria de desarrollo de talento y un compromiso con prácticas de retroalimentación equitativas. (Requerido) Conocimiento avanzado de los fundamentos de la escritura, la gramática, el tono avanzado, el estilo y la sintaxis demostrados con habilidades para escribir, adaptarse rápidamente, adaptar, atraer, comprometer y copiar eficazmente en una variedad de estilos adecuados para una audiencia rápida y el público en general. (Requerido) Fortes instintos de colaboración y habilidades avanzadas de comunicación e interpersonal; capaz de construir confianza con colegas y socios y operar con discreción en torno a la información sensible de los donantes e instituciones. (Requirido) Dedicado, apasionado, resiliente y orientado a resultados con habilidad demostrada para lograr tareas difíciles y producir trabajo que sea objetivo, altamente pulido y de alto nivel. (Necedido) Comprometido con el aprendizaje continuo y el desarrollo profesional tanto como comunicador estratégico. (Preferido) Familiarización con los anuncios de empleo y la investigación de trabajo continuos. (Condicionamiento de datos de trabajo) Condiciones de trabajo y condiciones de trabajo especiales (Conducción de trabajo). a las 5:00 p.m. Unión/Política cubierta 99-Políticas cubiertas Descripción completa del puesto https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=38&JDName=Autor%20Editor%204%20(41215658) #J-18808-Ljbffr.