Constituent Engagement Coordinator -- Gies College of Business

Constituent Engagement Coordinator -- Gies College of Business

Gies Advancement

Remote/Hybrid Opportunity Available

Job Summary

Support the execution of activities related to organizing, developing, and delivering advancement solicitation and stewardship messaging to various Gies Business constituent audiences, such as individual donor proposals, use of digital tools (i.e. ThankView) to engage donors, individual stewardship reports. Support the coordination of mass alumni communication in collaboration with the Office of Marketing and Communication within Gies.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with advancement staff, Gies MarCom, and stakeholders throughout the College, coordinate tactics across the advancement organization in support of advancement goals, aligning with the College’s brand and ensuring consistency and efficiency.
• Assist with coordination of advancement communications projects in collaboration with Gies MarCom that align with the advancement plan.
• Contribute to the organization, creation, and maintenance of Gies advancement materials and communications for the development, stewardship, and alumni engagement functions. Compile project details and information, and draft and edit documents as necessary.
• Work collaboratively with stewardship to execute custom, semi-custom, and mini-impact reports for Gies donors and volunteers.
• Support the ThankView platform communication efforts for development, stewardship, and alumni engagement functions. Contribute to the drafting and editing of scripts and performing transcription for the platform.
• Provide timely and accurate responses to requests for information from Advancement leadership and Advancement office professional staff.
• Other related duties as assigned to further the mission of the unit.

Specialty Factors

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business administration, communications, public relations, or a closely related field.
One (1) year (12 months) of professional work experience in marketing, public relations, communications, brand management, or a related professional area.
Demonstrated experience working with diverse teams.

Preferred Qualifications

Work experience in advancement, preferably at an institution of higher education.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong written communication skills. Copy writing and copy-editing skills
• Project management skills

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5004 - Marketing Associate position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the search close date. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. The budgeted salary range for the position is $52,000 to $55,000.  Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.  

The University of Illinois offers a wide variety of benefits, including paid leave and holidays:
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For more information about Gies Business, visit https://inside.giesbusiness.illinois.edu/work-at-gies.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on February 27, 2025. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting, and upload your cover letter, resume (months and years of employment must be included), and names/contact information for three professional references. Please remember to include specific information on how you meet the qualifications of the position in your resume, including all relevant experience. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact rgoben@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

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The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1029077
Job Category: Professional and Administrative
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu