The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. They are seeking a Content Strategy & Campaigns Officer to support the planning, creation, and distribution of content for various Institutional Advancement programs, including annual giving and donor stewardship.
Responsibilities
- Reporting to the Assistant Director of Content Strategy & Campaigns, you’ll support the planning, creation, and distribution of content across a variety of UTEP Institutional Advancement programs, including annual giving; alumni and campus engagement; development; donor stewardship, and events
- As a member of the Integrated Marketing and Communications (IMC) team, you’ll explore story leads in partnership with engagement and development teams
- You will collaborate closely with alumni and campus partners, including deans and academic units, to gather information, contacts, and quotes, and to interview and write stories
- You’ll write feature articles for the IA website and university publications, create copy for social media, and identify and compile stats or outcomes applicable to impact reports, stewardship, and similar efforts
- Your role will include producing letters of intent and/or proposals to support fundraising initiatives
- You will write, edit, and proofread high-end materials including marketing pieces, personalized letters, and stewardship reports
- You’ll also draft and fact-check talking points, speeches, and other materials to support the Vice President of Institutional Advancement and other Institutional Advancement leadership
- Additionally, you’ll develop materials that advance IA’s culture of philanthropy and engagement
- These writing assignments will require research skills, creativity, and the ability to write highly personalized communications pieces in different voices and tones for different audiences
- This role requires consistency, accuracy, and high attention to detail
- All content must follow University brand and communications guidelines
- Performs a variety of assignments and analyses that impact the Advancement function
- Coordinates donor and funding efforts, services, events, programs, etc. as assigned
- Understands key functional drivers and uses this understanding to accomplish/complete own work
- Solves problems in straightforward situations
- Analyzes potential solutions using experience, judgments, and precedence, providing input and recommendations
- Impacts the quality of work and the work of others on the team, ensuring efficient workflows, productivity, etc
- Assists in the development and implementation of advancement strategic plans according to plan and/or with guidance
- Works within standardized functional procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet established deadlines
- Performs a variety of tasks such as: researching and analyzing data and preparing reports/findings; planning and coordinating events, programs, or services; maintaining data records; processing forms and requests, etc
- Solves routine and complex problems and identifies new, less obvious solutions and/or provides recommendations
- Impacts the quality, timeliness, and effectiveness of the team through planning, organization, coordination, and occasional oversight
- Uses discretion to modify work practices and processes to achieve results and/or improve efficiency
- Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems
- Complies with all State and University policies
- Other duties may be assigned; specific roles may have additional responsibilities due to the nature of the specific role/division/unit
Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing or other related fields
- 1(one) -2 (two) years of related experience and training to the statement of duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail
- Strong storytelling ability and a knack for turning complex ideas into clear and engaging narratives
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software and ability to learn and use institutional software systems
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines
- Experience utilizing project management tools, such as Asana
- Experience with CRMs, such as Raiser's Edge
- Proficiency in AP Style
Benefits
- Benefit Package includes: Medical, Prescription, Life Insurance and Wellness platform
- Voluntary Benefits: Dental, Vision, Additional life insurance, UT Flex, Short and Long - term disability plans
- Retirement Programs
- Longevity Pay
- Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Discounts & Perks
- Employee Education Assistance program
- And much more! Visit our Benefits Summary Page for more information on our additional benefits.
Company Overview
The University of Texas at El Paso. It was founded in 1913, and is headquartered in El Paso, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.utep.edu/.
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