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The University of Texas at El Paso · 1 day ago

Advancement Officer- Content & Campaigns Officer

El Paso, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$40K/yr - $40K/yr

1+ years exp

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.

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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

Qualification

ProofreadingContent MarketingCRM ExperienceProject ManagementResearch SkillsAP Style ProficiencyMicrosoft OfficeCollaborationAttention to DetailCommunication SkillsCreativityStorytelling

Required

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