Advancement Executive Writer

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro

$61,000 - $62,000

United States, North Carolina, Greensboro

Dec 05, 2024

Posting Details

Requisition Number	S2905
Position Number	013949
Position Classification Title	Public Communications Specialist
Functional Title	Advancement Executive Writer
Position Type	Staff
University Information	Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit	Mission Statement Our mission is to inspire connections, investments, and engagements that drive excellence and opportunity. Our vision is of a University that illuminates potential, eliminates barriers, and ignites achievement. Purpose University Advancement staff members are dedicated to developing and maintaining strong and lasting connections to the University. How one perceives, interacts with, and supports UNC Greensboro forms the basis of all that we do. Whether we're engaging alumni, friends, community members, or corporate partners (and in many cases, even current students), we share a collective responsibility and passion for cultivating a wide variety of partnerships and experiences across the University, our community, and beyond. University Advancement includes: Development (Unit-based and Central), Alumni Engagement and Advancement Communications, Philanthropic Engagement, and Advancement Operations.
Position Summary	The Advancement Executive Writer is an integral member of the Advancement Communication team, reporting to the Director of Advancement Editorial Services. At scale, Advancement Communications is responsible for communicating with the public about UNCG, its donors, and the impact of philanthropy. The Department communicates with Alumni to keep them engaged and connected to their alma mater, and with donors and potential donors to provide compelling opportunities to contribute financially to the success of UNCG and its students. This position is responsible for creating communications to recognize, appreciate, inform, and engage current and past donors in the life of the University. The Advancement Executive Writer crafts remarks for donor and University events, including but not limited to awards ceremonies, groundbreakings, donor recognition events, and fundraising salons. In doing so, the writer is responsible for maintaining an in-depth knowledge of campus news, priorities, brand language, and fundraising priorities. This position is also responsible for writing highly personalized donor acknowledgment letters, award nominations, and donor stories for publication online and in UNCG's endowment reports and flagship magazine. The writer also must have a strong grasp on the University style guide, as well as University brand guidelines and messaging, in order to assist with proofing materials created by the department and by other colleagues within the Advancement Division.
Minimum Qualifications	BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN A DISCIPLINE RELATED TO THE AREA OF ASSIGNMENT; OR EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE. ALL DEGREES MUST BE RECEIVED FROM APPROPRIATELY ACCREDITED INSTITUTIONS.
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates
Preferred Qualifications	Five (5) or more years of professional experience related to the duties and responsibilities of this position. Excellent writing skills and ability to adhere to style guides. Ability to effectively adapt writing style and voice and respond well to feedback. Must have the ability to learn, be flexible to change, and be innovative. Ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at various levels with a variety of backgrounds. Ability to be creative and proactive yet disciplined, in order to prioritize workload. Ability to work efficiently and professionally in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Must have communication skills and abilities needed to work well with others and be flexible in approach. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Experience with Microsoft Office. Experience with data repositories or donor engagement platforms such as Banner 9 or EverTrue. Experience with content management systems such as WordPress.
Alternate Option	If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Special Instructions to Applicants	Applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that includes: Name, Company Name, Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor. Email Address Contact Phone Number
Recruitment Range	$61,000 - $62,000
Org #-Department	Philanthropic Engagement - 33602
Work Hours of Position	Standard hours are 8 A.M - 5 P.M., M-F--may vary
Number of Months per Year	12
Posting Requirements
Job Family
Career Banded Title	Public Communications Specialist
Open Date	12/04/2024
Close Date	01/13/2025
FTE	1.000
FLSA	Non-Exempt
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