Assistant Director of Communications, Health Sciences

Assistant Director of Communications, Health Sciences

The Division of Philanthropic & Alumni Engagement (PAE) at the University of Pittsburgh is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships with donors, alumni, and stakeholders, supporting the University's mission in education, research, and healthcare. We invite you to become a pivotal part of our team as the Assistant Director of Communications . In this role, you will serve as the integral part within PAE's Health Science department, reporting to the Director of Communications.

Key responsibilities include :

• Oversee mission-critical projects supporting both the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC.
• Engage audiences, including 47,000 alumni of Pitt's health sciences schools, over 9,000 UPMC former residents and fellows, and 17,000 UPMC grateful patients.
• Develop and lead communications initiatives in collaboration with department-based partners, writers, designers, and shared services team members.
• Support multi-channel strategies, including print, social media, digital (email and web), and annual fundraising efforts.
• Manage annual fundraising efforts, exceeding $1 million collectively through more than 90 solicitations per year.
• Handle project and relationship management with more than 60 partners.
• Create strategic plans to support complex fundraising initiatives and impactful collateral.
• Write, edit, and gather information within a complex organization.
• Demonstrate exceptional project management skills.
• Maintain a strong service orientation and a highly collegial and collaborative approach to meet the marketing and communications needs of clients.

Why Join Us?

Ready to make a difference? Learn more about PAE and apply today.

Join us in shaping the future of education, research, and healthcare at the University of Pittsburgh!

Job Summary

Oversees strategy and implementation of priority communications projects requiring cross-disciplinary and integrated approaches and serves as central campaign coordinator. Leads team and collaborates with senior leadership and internal clients on high-level communications campaigns. Establishes performance goals and measures and ensures adherence to style, branding, and regulations. Develops core messaging and creates campaign content.

Essential Functions

Physical Effort

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability / vets.

Assignment Category : Full-time regular

Job Classification : Staff.Assistant Director - Communications

Job Family : Communications & Marketing

Job Sub Family : Communications

Campus : Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required : Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required : 5

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience : Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and / or experience requirement.

Work Schedule : Monday - Friday, 8 : 30 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m.

Work Arrangement : Monday - Friday, 8 : 30 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m.

Hiring Range : $70K-$75K Salary

Relocation_Offered : No

Visa Sponsorship Provided : No

Background Check : For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances : Not Applicable

Required Documents : Resume

Optional Documents : Not Applicable

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Salary : $70,000 - $75,000