Senior Advancement Writer, Principal Gifts - University Advancement
Senior Advancement Writer, Principal Gifts - University Advancement
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$ 75200 - 128800
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Job Description
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37.5Position Summary
The senior advancement writer will report to the executive director of communications for Principal Gifts. This position is responsible for researching writing and producing customized communications to engage and inspire support from the universitys most generous donors as well as contributing to fundraising and stewardship strategies and their implementation. The position delivers exceptional service to WashU benefactors and plays a central role in setting and delivering principal gifts fundraising and engagement strategies and meeting program goals.Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Plan write edit and produce proposals special stewardship materials and other Principal Gifts communications as assigned.
- Help shape strategies and innovative approaches to big-idea fundraising including engaging with advancement colleagues and university partners in the ideation and proposal development for these big ideas.
- Develop themes and craft copy correspondence presentations and remarks for bespoke donor experiences including assisting senior university leadership with their donor communications.
- Cultivate and strengthen relationships across Advancement; join executive director as a liaison to Advancement Communications University Marketing & Communications and other marketing and communications colleagues.
- Coordinate with designers vendors and university partners to create and design off-the-shelf proposals templates and other fundraising campaign materials.
- Support the Principal Gifts Program with departmental presentations and internal and external communications.
- Support the creative director for Principal Gifts.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
- Normal office environment
Physical Effort
- Typically sitting at a desk or table
- Repetitive wrist hand or finger movement
Equipment
- Office equipment
- Has the ability to move to on and off-campus locations as needed
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelors degree
Certifications:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Drivers License:
More About This Job
WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Masters degree
Certifications:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Adobe Creative Studio Adobe InDesign Adobe Photoshop AP Style Writing Communications Strategy Confidentiality Cross-Functional Teamwork Deadline Management Detail-Oriented Diplomacy Donor Communications Donor Stewardship Editorial Editing Fundraising Strategies Graphic Design Interactive Communication Microsoft Office Organizing Professional Ethics Professional Writing Project Prioritization Proposal Writing Tactful Web Software WritingGrade
G14Salary Range
$75200.00 - $128800.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including ones qualifications and performance equity with others in the department market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation please emailor call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and if requested reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job absent undue hardship.Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and as applicable for the position other background checks drug screen an employment and education or licensure/certification verification physical examination certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation 10 recognized holidays and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges annual health screenings mental health resources mindfulness programs and courses employee assistance program (EAP) financial resources access to dietitians and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care Weve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
