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Senior Assistant Director, Alumni Communications

Department

BSD DEV - Alumni Engagement


About the Department

Medicine and Biological Sciences Development’s mission is to inspire and facilitate philanthropy at the University of Chicago Medicine by building relationships with those who share its goals of advancing excellence in research, education, community, and patient care. We accomplish this mission through expertise, integrity, creativity, and collaboration.


Job Summary

The job plans, prepares and disseminates information designed to keep the public informed of the University's perspectives, programs, and accomplishments. Work is performed with a moderate level of guidance, and typically includes marketing, press relations, creative editorial and design services, and internal communications.

Responsibilities

  • The Assistant Director conceptualizes, plans, and executes a wide range of communications materials (digital, print, and social media) that enhances current engagement efforts of the UChicago MBSAA to drive to and maintain the engagement of at least 75% of our alumni population.

  • Manages all UChicago MBSAA marketing and communications projects by producing and executing the Alumni Communications and Publications Plan.

  • Responsible for the project management and development of all communication materials related to the annual Medical Pritzker and BSD Reunions including, but not limited to, registration materials, email communications, event programs, and newsletters.

  • Ensures that branding and marketing language is included appropriately and consistently in alumni materials and that we are compliant with all current security rules as it pertains to mass email, web traffic, and user confidentiality.

  • Responsible for making sure all print projects are completed within a specified budget.

  • Drafts and edits/proofs articles, letters, e-mail messages, calling scripts, and proposals for UChicago MBSAA members as well as alumni prospects and donors as requested.

  • Directs and manages content for the UChicago MBSAA website. Populates the website with relevant material and completes updates on a timely, ongoing basis.

  • Drafts and produces Alumni Council and committee meeting materials including PowerPoint presentations, handouts, pre reads, post meeting communications, and minutes.

  • Plans, develops and disseminates information designed to keep the public informed of the organization's programs, accomplishments, or point of view, with moderate levels of guidance and direction.

  • Solves a range of straightforward problems, as work assignments are difficult and broad in nature, usually requiring originality and ingenuity.

  • Performs other related work as needed.


Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.


Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.


Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

  • A bachelor’s degree or higher in not-for-profit management, public relations, marketing, advertising, business management or a relevant field.

Experience:

  • Professional work experience in fundraising/development and/or alumni relations – or equivalent volunteer experience.

  • Experience with the ability to manage details as well as develop good personal relationships with colleagues, alumni, and donors.

Preferred Competencies

  • Demonstrates strong computer skills including word processing, database management, and spreadsheet creation. 

  • Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

  • Ability to maintain and treat with discretion confidential information.

  • High level of comfort working in a collaborative team setting.

Working Conditions

  • Office Environment (hybrid schedule).

Application Documents

  • Resume/CV (required)


When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.


Job Family

Communications


Role Impact

Individual Contributor


Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5


Drug Test Required

No


Health Screen Required

No


Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No


Pay Rate Type

Salary


FLSA Status

Exempt


Pay Range

$65,000.00 - $80,000.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.


Benefits Eligible

Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.


Posting Statement

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

 

Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

 

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.  A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.  Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

 

The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

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