The Catholic University of America

Under the supervision of the Executive Director of Advancement Communications, the Sr. Associate Director/Writer serves as the division’s senior writer and editor. This role develops compelling content—print and digital—that strengthens donor, alumni, and community engagement, showcases the impact of philanthropy, and supports University Advancement priorities. The position collaborates across Advancement teams and with institutional partners to deliver high-quality narrative storytelling, persuasive messaging, and versatile written materials. While the writer will contribute to campaign-related communications as needed, most work will focus on ongoing advancement initiatives, stewardship, and broad constituent engagement.

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: $85,000- $100,000. 

• Develops strategic collateral and messaging in collaboration with Advancement teams, Alumni Relations, Annual Giving, Stewardship, Events, schools, and other institutional partners, ensuring consistency with university brand and priorities.
• Assumes the lead editorial role in conceptualizing, researching, writing, and editing a wide variety of content generated by and on behalf of the division. Special emphasis is placed on feature articles (print, web), alumni events speech/script writing for university leadership, promotional materials and display ads, newsletters, brochures, direct mail appeals, invitations, presentation materials, press releases, donor correspondence, reports, video recording scripts, and other related outreach and engagement collateral.
• Edits and proofs diverse print and digital materials—including Advancement donor correspondence, emails, brochures, collateral, proposals, stewardship reports, event scripts, newsletters, and web features—ensuring alignment with university voice and style. May contribute to campaign-related materials such as case statements, proposals, and leadership communications.
• Performs research of source materials and Raiser’s Edge database to obtain and verify facts; analyzes sources for accuracy of information and most effective and engaging approach; interviews donors, faculty, students, and alumni. Maintains a high level of confidentiality.
• Manages writing projects from concept to completion—interviewing subjects, developing copy, editing, and adapting content across platforms. Produces materials that build positive relationships with donors, alumni, and other university stakeholders.
• Collaborates with Advancement communications staff to assist with overflow work and offers support and strategic counsel on digital communications (email, web content, mobile, social media, video scripts), gift proposals, case statements, and campaign collateral.
• Supports the Division of University Advancement in achieving its strategic and fundraising goals, as well as Campaign goals, through positive and productive interaction and collaboration with all departmental staff, University liaisons, and external constituents.

• Bachelor's Degree required and at least five (5) years of professional writing experience.
• Preferred qualifications include advancement or higher education experience; flexibility, versatility
• Excellent written communication skills are essential.
• An exceptionally strong and savvy writer and a relentless editor with understanding of the University brand and mission.
• Collaborative, creative, deadline-oriented, and customer service focused, with a keen eye for nuance and deep understanding of audience.
• A demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, manage projects under deadline, build relationships and volunteer engagement, and maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively with internal and external constituencies, including individuals of significant influence and affluence.
• Demonstrable experience writing for institutional leaders and adapting to her / his voice for written communications.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Google suite of applications, and the ability to produce professional documents and presentations.
• Familiarity with advancement systems such as Raiser’s Edge and iModules is preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail and proofreading ability, combined with strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Proven capacity to manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgment, and apply effective organizational practices in a fast-paced environment.