Responsibilities

• Create persuasive and impactful written content for a variety of fundraising materials, including annual giving appeals, stewardship communications, impact publications, and website copy.
• Develop content that effectively communicates the organization's mission, goals, and impact to inspire donor engagement.
• Acquire content from subject matter experts, write persuasively, and follow team workflows and processes.
• Craft donor-centric messages that resonate with diverse donor segments, showcasing the value of their contributions and fostering emotional connections with UTHealth Houston educators, researchers, and students.
• Uncover and share compelling stories of impact, success, and transformation that highlight the tangible outcomes of donor support.
• Articulate the human aspect to engage donors on a personal level.
• Work closely with internal and external teams to gather accurate information and insights for content creation.
• Build strong relationships to accurately represent projects and achievements.
• Review and edit written materials to ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to established messaging and style guidelines.
• Provide quality control for all fundraising content.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Technical Communications or related field required
• Three (3) years in communications, fundraising, or related roles, showcasing a history of driving donor engagement and financial support required
• Exceptional storytelling skills with the ability to craft compelling narratives across various media
• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to interface professionally with faculty and staff
• Exceptional attention to detail and an accomplished editor and proofreader

Preferred

• Experience with Adobe InDesign and project management tools, such as Monday.com, is a plus
• Candidates with experience in higher education or complex organizations are encouraged to apply
• Prior development communications experience is preferred but not required

Benefits

• 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – around 37-38 days per year)
• The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue
• Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
• Retirement/pension plan
• Free financial and legal counseling
• Free mental health counseling services
• Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
• Other employee discounts (entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.)
• Resources for child and elder care