Senior Advancement Principal Writer
New Orleans, LA
Posted 11 days ago
Job Description
Senior Advancement Principal Writer
Job Description
The Senior Principal Advancement Writer is a full-time professional position that provides executive level writing and communications support for the Principal Gifts office and the Office of Advancement. This position will work closely with all departments within the Office of Advancement and other departments throughout the university. Sound judgement and the ability to think and act proactively with little direct supervision is a must.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree, and
5+ years’ experience full-time professional writing in fundraising, a, university communications, journalism, or a related field, OR
Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITITIES/COMPETENCIES TYPICALLY NEEDED TO PERFORM THIS JOB SUCCESSFULLY:
Demonstrated skills in writing, research, organization, and attention to detail (Writing samples will be requested and proofreading test is required).
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and complete work assignments without direct supervision.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate and work cooperatively and effectively with high level faculty and staff, prospects, donors and volunteers.
- Experience in word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software proficiency.
Professional and positive attitude; ability to multi-task and maintain composure in a fast-paced and high-stakes environment.
Ability to participate on cross functional teams.
Ability to make informed decisions independently, demonstrate initiative and self-starting capacity and follow through on commitments to achieve them on time.
Experience working with sensitive information and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience in a research university environment.
Familiarity with nonprofit fundraising, with commitment to the values of an institution of higher education.
Tulane University
A member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, Tulane University is consistently ranked among the top 50 universities in the nation. With research and educational partnerships that span the globe and its location in historic New Orleans, Tulane offers undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees in the liberal arts, science and engineering, architecture, business, law, social work, medicine and public health and tropical medicine.By engaging with our page, you agree to adhere to our social media community guidelines regarding comments and content: https://communications.tulane.edu/social-media/guidelines#community
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