Advancement Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Advancement Coordinator is responsible for supporting marketing communications and advancement efforts. The primary responsibilities include creating mission-aligned stories, managing media outreach, creating digital content, handling marketing requests, and communicating the organization's social media presence. Advancement support involves coordinating events, reaching out to donors, conducting research, recognizing and engaging with stakeholders across the organization. The Director of Marketing Communications will be the manager of this role.

The ideal candidate for this position must be an exceptional writer, creative thinker, and collaborator. They should thrive in independent and collaborative work within a small team and be adept at navigating a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Specifically, the successful candidate should be a masterful communicator, able to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders, including staff, students, and external supporters.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Social Media Content and Online Fundraising (30%)

• Support the organization's online presence by managing social media accounts related to development and organizational strategic efforts.
• Manage all aspects of uAspire’s social media presence (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, MailChimp, Twitter, YouTube) and website
• Assist in online fundraising campaigns and crowdfunding initiatives, as directed by the Director of Marketing & Communications.
• Collaborate to create and distribute insights to publicize uAspire as thought leaders in the industry.

Collaboration  and Communications (20%)

• Collaborate with all departments to identify external stakeholder media needs

• Curate and manage uAspire’s communications, event marketing, and editorial calendar for web, email, social media, and media outreach
• Support in media outreach and other relevant external partner relationships, as needed

• Respond to and direct website-based inquiries to the appropriate VP or as directed to provide information about the organization's mission, programs, and impact.
• Manage ticketing request system for Marketing Communications.

• Support coordination of event logistics, including venue arrangements, catering, and invitations, in collaboration with the event/opportunity owner(s).
• As directed, plan and define timelines for execution, participant coordination, and developing strategies with templates for post-event follow-through activities.
• Assist in volunteer efforts and coordination for events.
• Assist in the planning and execution of donor recognition programs.
• Implement strategies to acknowledge and honor donors for their contribution
• Assist in the development and implementation of donor stewardship communications
• Assist in the planning and execution of virtual and in-person events, as needed.

Media  Research and Development (15%)

• Evaluate the success of various communication strategies to provide and implement recommendations for improvement
• Leverage key engagement metrics  to optimize content, messaging, and distributions
• Identify and research media outlets, producers, editors, and reporters  
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on industry activities; make recommendations based on findings/opportunities discovered

Research, Analysis, and Administrative Support (15%)

• Research potential funding sources, including foundations, grants, and corporate sponsors to support the funding pipeline and proposal development.
• Initiate wealth assessment of major gift donors and prospects, as needed
• Provide information to opportunity owners on the philanthropic history and interests of existing and potential supporters.

• Generate quarterly trend analysis reports on fundraising activities, donor demographics, and campaign outcomes, as directed. Provide insights and recommendations based on data analysis.
• Provide administrative support to the advancement team, including grant reporting, scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and handling correspondence.
   

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

We understand that people gain skills through a variety of professional, personal, educational, and volunteer experiences. We encourage candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications below. If you believe you have the transferable skills necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of this role, we encourage you to apply.

Education, Experience & Skills:

• 3-5  years of relevant professional experience in communications and/or marketing; Minimum one year experience as a full-time communications, marketing, or public relations professional
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (candidates selected to interview will be required to complete a written performance exercise)
• Proven experience developing content for various audiences
• Experience/proven results managing social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter)
• Highly effective project management, prioritization, multi-tasking, and time management skills to meet deadlines 
• Ability to initiate and complete tasks with limited assistance 
• Exceptional attention to detail, proofreading skills, and an eye for design 
• Ability to learn new programs quickly (i.e., email marketing and content management systems)
• Knowledge of basic press and media relations practices

Core Competencies:

• Equity and Inclusion
  • Equity Mindset - Identify and examine personal biases, stereotypes, prejudices, and cultural norms in ways that consider their impact on persons with marginalized identities.
  • Awareness of Inequity -  Recognize the social effects of race, ethnicity, class, gender, and other identities and the systems of oppression that perpetuate these inequities.
  • Advance Diversity and Inclusion - Proactively seek out diverse perspectives and relationships within the workplace and the broader community served.

• uAspire’s Core Competencies
  • Excellence - Steps up and follows through to consistently deliver high-quality work.
  • Equity & Inclusion - Champion the values of diversity and the creation of inclusive spaces.
  • Growth Mindset - Embrace challenges and setbacks as the fuel for learning and development.
  • Teamwork - Contribute actively and collaboratively with colleagues to actively share goals.
     

ANTICIPATED START DATE: July 8, 2024
COMPENSATION: The salary range for this position is $66,775 - $78,100. Salary commensurate with experience and education.  
GRADE: III
STATUS: Exempt - full time
LOCATION AND WORK ARRANGEMENT: Fully remote
REPORTS TO: Director of Marketing 
APPLICATIONS: Applicants should apply through uAspire’s website here.
 
ABOUT UASPIRE

Organization Vision: uAspire envisions a society where structural obstacles are removed from postsecondary pathways for systematically oppressed students so they can experience an improved quality of life for themselves and future generation

Organization Summary:  Our mission is to improve the economic mobility of underrepresented communities by creating financial solutions to diverse educational pathways.

Student Advising: We guide students, families, and communities to navigate complex financial aid systems in pursuit of equitable access to affordable postsecondary pathways through in-person and virtual advising. 

Scholarship & Emergency Aid: We commit to placing money into the hands of students allowing them to use these funds to cover tuition bills and other unexpected expenses.

Training & Technical Assistance: We equip partners with the knowledge and confidence to navigate the financial aid process with their students by curating engaging trainings and student-centered resources.

Policy: We advocate for institutional, state, and federal policy change to transform financial aid and higher education systems, based on our students' lived experiences.

Consulting: We collaborate with partners to assess their needs and offer uniquely designed solutions in the areas of content development, program improvement, and systems change, by leveraging our financial aid expertise, student-advising experience, and student-centered research.

uAspire is an equal opportunity employer, fully committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces and encourages applicants of every background.  The company’s policy regarding equal employment opportunity means that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, benefits, wage and salary administration, scheduling, disciplinary action, and termination will be made without unlawful discrimination on the basis of sex, gender, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected].