Assistant Director, University Advancement Communication (UAC)

Villanova University

Assistant Director, University Advancement Communication (UAC)

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Posting Details (Default Section) Posting Number:20260091SPosition Title:Assistant Director, University Advancement Communication (UAC)Position Type:StaffLocation:Villanova, PARecruitment Type:Internal/External ApplicantsWork Schedule:full-time/12-monthsAvg Hours WeekDepartment:654 - University Communications and Marketing - AdvancementPosition Summary:In close collaboration with the Director, University Advancement Communication, and as a member of the University Advancement Communication (UAC)leadership team, the Assistant Director of University Advancement Communication is responsible for leading the execution of creative and integrated multi-channel advancement communications for the full spectrum of University fundraising, stewardship and engagement activities across a wide variety of constituencies and donor levels. This includes working with University Advancement staff across campus to oversee a portfolio of advancement communication projects in their assigned University Advancement (UA) areas, including Alumni Relations, Stewardship, Family Engagement and Philanthropy, and Corporate and Foundation Relations, among others. It also includes working closely with the Director to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the UAC department. The Assistant Director manages one Communication Associate, providing day-to-day project support and direction, as well as helping to ensure their projects meet the University’s advancement and strategic goals.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.Duties and Responsibilities:

• In close collaboration with the Director, and as a member of the UAC leadership team, the Assistant Director, UAC, is responsible for leading the execution of creative and integrated multi-channel advancement communications for University Advancement.
• Plans, prioritizes and oversees a portfolio of advancement communication projects in their respective UA areas while building and strengthening relationships with advancement staff across campus, and serves as a leader to support overall advancement communication goals.
• Manages one Communication Associate in all aspects of project management for a wide range of advancement communication projects to ensure excellence and the successful implementation, coordination and completion of all deadlines, as well as ensuring that advancement and strategic goals are met. The Assistant Director, UAC, will supervise these daily activities, goal setting and overall performance, providing project assistance, guidance, feedback and support.
• The Assistant Director, UAC, also works closely with the Director to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of departmental operations, including all project management and communication systems are running to deliver projects on deadline and on budget.
• Performs other duties and assists with special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:Formal Education

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or a related field required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Work Experience

• Must have 5+ years of relevant communication and marketing experience within an academic, non-profit or business environment.

Work Skills (e.g., written and verbal communication skills)

• This individual must be a team player with strong writing, research, interpersonal, management, organizational and planning skills.
• Must be a flexible self-starter who enjoys collaboration with a wide variety of constituencies.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication, problem solving and decision making skills with the ability to build and maintain excellent internal and external relationships.
• Must have the ability to handle multiple projects, priorities and deadlines within a fast-paced, multifaceted environment with the ability to work evenings, weekends and possibly holidays as the demands of the job dictates.
• Must be able to handle confidential information with a high level of discretion.
• This individual must have a deep commitment to the well-being of the University, a commitment to the University’s Augustinian Catholic heritage, the advancement of its mission and to serving the needs of a diverse community.

Specific Job Knowledge (e.g., knowledge of principles and procedures related to field and area)

• This individual must have a broad working knowledge of communication and marketing with a proven record of developing, leading. executing and assessing strategic and tactical marketing and communications plans.
• Must be highly proficient in all standard computer applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat.

Equipment Knowledge

• Personal computers, copiers and other standard office equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:Specific Job Knowledge (e.g., knowledge of principles and procedures related to field and area)

• Experience with direct mail, and/or fundraising and alumni communication is strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:

• Must have the ability to work evenings, weekends and possibly holidays as the demands of the job dictates.

Special Message to Applicants:Posting Date:03/27/2026Closing Date (11:59pm ET):Salary Posting Information: This position falls within salaried grade 16 and the range is $71,700-89,600. The final salary will be determined with consideration of several factors including the selected candidate’s qualifications, department budget availability, market data, and internal equity.Salary Grade:16Job Classification:exempt

References Needed

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