Assistant Director, University Advancement Communication (UAC)
VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY, Villanova, PA, United States
Assistant Director, University Advancement Communication (UAC)
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Posting Details Posting Details (Default Section) Posting Number: 20260091S
Position Title: Assistant Director, University Advancement Communication (UAC)
Position Type: Staff
Location: Villanova, PA
Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants
Work Schedule: full-time/12-months Avg Hours Week
Department: 654 - University Communications and Marketing - Advancement
Position Summary In close collaboration with the Director, University Advancement Communication, and as a member of the University Advancement Communication ( UAC )leadership team, the Assistant Director of University Advancement Communication is responsible for leading the execution of creative and integrated multi-channel advancement communications for the full spectrum of University fundraising, stewardship and engagement activities across a wide variety of constituencies and donor levels. This includes working with University Advancement staff across campus to oversee a portfolio of advancement communication projects in their assigned University Advancement (UA) areas, including Alumni Relations, Stewardship, Family Engagement and Philanthropy, and Corporate and Foundation Relations, among others. It also includes working closely with the Director to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the UAC department. The Assistant Director manages one Communication Associate, providing day-to-day project support and direction, as well as helping to ensure their projects meet the University’s advancement and strategic goals.
Duties and Responsibilities
In close collaboration with the Director, and as a member of the UAC leadership team, the Assistant Director, UAC, is responsible for leading the execution of creative and integrated multi-channel advancement communications for University Advancement.
Plans, prioritizes and oversees a portfolio of advancement communication projects in their respective UA areas while building and strengthening relationships with advancement staff across campus, and serves as a leader to support overall advancement communication goals.
Manages one Communication Associate in all aspects of project management for a wide range of advancement communication projects to ensure excellence and the successful implementation, coordination and completion of all deadlines, as well as ensuring that advancement and strategic goals are met. The Assistant Director, UAC, will supervise these daily activities, goal setting and overall performance, providing project assistance, guidance, feedback and support.
The Assistant Director, UAC, also works closely with the Director to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of departmental operations, including all project management and communication systems are running to deliver projects on deadline and on budget.
Performs other duties and assists with special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Formal Education : Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or a related field required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Work Experience : Must have 5+ years of relevant communication and marketing experience within an academic, non-profit or business environment.
Work Skills : This individual must be a team player with strong writing, research, interpersonal, management, organizational and planning skills. Must be a flexible self-starter who enjoys collaboration with a wide variety of constituencies. Must have excellent written and verbal communication, problem solving and decision making skills with the ability to build and maintain excellent internal and external relationships. Must have the ability to handle multiple projects, priorities and deadlines within a fast-paced, multifaceted environment with the ability to work evenings, weekends and possibly holidays as the demands of the job dictates. Must be able to handle confidential information with a high level of discretion. This individual must have a deep commitment to the well-being of the University, a commitment to the University’s Augustinian Catholic heritage, the advancement of its mission and to serving the needs of a diverse community.
Specific Job Knowledge : This individual must have a broad working knowledge of communication and marketing with a proven record of developing, leading. executing and assessing strategic and tactical marketing and communications plans. Must be highly proficient in all standard computer applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat.
Equipment Knowledge : Personal computers, copiers and other standard office equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
Specific Job Knowledge : Experience with direct mail, and/or fundraising and alumni communication is strongly preferred.
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours
Must have the ability to work evenings, weekends and possibly holidays as the demands of the job dictates.
Special Message to Applicants Posting Date: 03/27/2026
Closing Date: 11:59pm ET
Salary Posting Information: This position falls within salaried grade 16 and the range is $71,700-89,600. The final salary will be determined with consideration of several factors including the selected candidate’s qualifications, department budget availability, market data, and internal equity. Salary Grade: 16
Job Classification: exempt
References Needed Minimum Number of References Needed: 3
Maximum Number of References Needed: 3
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Posting Details Posting Details (Default Section) Posting Number: 20260091S
Position Title: Assistant Director, University Advancement Communication (UAC)
Position Type: Staff
Location: Villanova, PA
Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants
Work Schedule: full-time/12-months Avg Hours Week
Department: 654 - University Communications and Marketing - Advancement
Position Summary In close collaboration with the Director, University Advancement Communication, and as a member of the University Advancement Communication ( UAC )leadership team, the Assistant Director of University Advancement Communication is responsible for leading the execution of creative and integrated multi-channel advancement communications for the full spectrum of University fundraising, stewardship and engagement activities across a wide variety of constituencies and donor levels. This includes working with University Advancement staff across campus to oversee a portfolio of advancement communication projects in their assigned University Advancement (UA) areas, including Alumni Relations, Stewardship, Family Engagement and Philanthropy, and Corporate and Foundation Relations, among others. It also includes working closely with the Director to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the UAC department. The Assistant Director manages one Communication Associate, providing day-to-day project support and direction, as well as helping to ensure their projects meet the University’s advancement and strategic goals.
Duties and Responsibilities
In close collaboration with the Director, and as a member of the UAC leadership team, the Assistant Director, UAC, is responsible for leading the execution of creative and integrated multi-channel advancement communications for University Advancement.
Plans, prioritizes and oversees a portfolio of advancement communication projects in their respective UA areas while building and strengthening relationships with advancement staff across campus, and serves as a leader to support overall advancement communication goals.
Manages one Communication Associate in all aspects of project management for a wide range of advancement communication projects to ensure excellence and the successful implementation, coordination and completion of all deadlines, as well as ensuring that advancement and strategic goals are met. The Assistant Director, UAC, will supervise these daily activities, goal setting and overall performance, providing project assistance, guidance, feedback and support.
The Assistant Director, UAC, also works closely with the Director to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of departmental operations, including all project management and communication systems are running to deliver projects on deadline and on budget.
Performs other duties and assists with special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Formal Education : Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or a related field required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Work Experience : Must have 5+ years of relevant communication and marketing experience within an academic, non-profit or business environment.
Work Skills : This individual must be a team player with strong writing, research, interpersonal, management, organizational and planning skills. Must be a flexible self-starter who enjoys collaboration with a wide variety of constituencies. Must have excellent written and verbal communication, problem solving and decision making skills with the ability to build and maintain excellent internal and external relationships. Must have the ability to handle multiple projects, priorities and deadlines within a fast-paced, multifaceted environment with the ability to work evenings, weekends and possibly holidays as the demands of the job dictates. Must be able to handle confidential information with a high level of discretion. This individual must have a deep commitment to the well-being of the University, a commitment to the University’s Augustinian Catholic heritage, the advancement of its mission and to serving the needs of a diverse community.
Specific Job Knowledge : This individual must have a broad working knowledge of communication and marketing with a proven record of developing, leading. executing and assessing strategic and tactical marketing and communications plans. Must be highly proficient in all standard computer applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat.
Equipment Knowledge : Personal computers, copiers and other standard office equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
Specific Job Knowledge : Experience with direct mail, and/or fundraising and alumni communication is strongly preferred.
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours
Must have the ability to work evenings, weekends and possibly holidays as the demands of the job dictates.
Special Message to Applicants Posting Date: 03/27/2026
Closing Date: 11:59pm ET
Salary Posting Information: This position falls within salaried grade 16 and the range is $71,700-89,600. The final salary will be determined with consideration of several factors including the selected candidate’s qualifications, department budget availability, market data, and internal equity. Salary Grade: 16
Job Classification: exempt
References Needed Minimum Number of References Needed: 3
Maximum Number of References Needed: 3
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*)
* How did you first hear of this employment opportunity?
Indeed.com
Higheredjobs.com
Glassdoor
Chronicle Vitae
Academic Keys
PA CareerLink/JobGateway
Professional Affiliation/Trade Website
Diversity Association/Publication Website
Advertisement in Academic or Professional Publication
Referred by a current employee
Referred by a friend, family member, or former employee
Heard about it at a conference or career fair
Browsing the Villanova website
Cabrini University employee
Other
Supplemental Question Clarification * If your answer to the above question is "Other", please specify the source below. If this question does not apply to you, enter N/A.
(Open Ended Question)
Documents needed to complete your application Required Documents
Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents
#J-18808-Ljbffr