Writer, Faculty of Arts - Vancouver, Canada - University of British Columbia

University of British Columbia

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Staff - Non Union

Job Category

M&P - AAPS

Job Profile

AAPS Salaried - Information Services, Level B

Job Title

Writer, Faculty of Arts

Department

Operations | Development, Arts

Compensation Range

$6, $9,418.83 CAD Monthly

The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position.

The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position.

In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range for a job.

Posting End Date

December 7, 2023

Note:
Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.

Job End Date

Apr 30, 202- Are you a Development Writer who is passionate about storytelling and developing content that inspires donors? We are looking for a Writer for a term leave coverage, with a possibility for extension, to join our Faculty of Arts philanthropy team, where we collaboratively raise more than $17M annually to tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing our world today.

The Writer works closely with fundraisers and academic partners to develop major gift fundraising materials and other donor communications.

The Writer plays a crucial role in the team's fundraising success throughout the donor cultivation cycle, transforming complex concepts into inspiring content that leads to philanthropic support.

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students.

Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Summary

Is responsible for developing and delivering a full range of communications programs in support of the University's fundraising and alumni engagement objectives; this may include writing general correspondence, alumni and donor communications related to both philanthropy and engagement, letters on behalf of UBC's President or Faculty Dean, direct response materials, stewardship materials, and fundraising proposals/case statements.

Provides strategic input on communications projects undertaken by Development units, directs internal and external individuals to ensure the completeness, accuracy and consistency of messaging and content, and oversees the successful production of Development Communications.

Organizational Status

Reports to:
Manager, Director or Assistant Dean, Development & Alumni Engagement

Works with:
UBC faculty and staff involved in fundraising

Contacts:
Donors, outside community groups and organizations

Supervises:
No supervisory responsibilities

Work Performed- Write donor/prospect solicitation materials and correspondence; may be for both 1:1 and broad-based fundraising.- Draft fundraising proposals for senior management.- Research, write and edit a variety of communications materials, including letters, case statements, reports, newsletter/magazine content, online and social media content, donor/prospect stories, speeches and other fundraising materials.- Depending on the specific needs of the role, this may include, but is not limited to, proof-reading, basic design skills, and interviewing donors, alumni, professors and staff.- May write materials on behalf of University senior leadership including, but not limited to Deans, VP's AVP and faculty.- Prepare and manage timelines and work plans on writing/communications projects.- Ensure multiple, overlapping deadlines are met.- Assist other Development units in all aspects of presidential communication when required.- May interact with key university donors, staff or faculty to ensure accuracy of content and messaging in relevant writing/communications projects.- Problem-solve to assist in resolving strategic, logístical and prioritization issues related to writing/communications projects.- Perform other related duties.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Expected to function with a high degree of autonomy and independence, working under broad guidelines. Makes decisions requiring judgement in analyzing, organizing and presenting complex information. Makes recommendations on appropriate communications vehicles to achieve stated goals

Supervision Received

Works under direction from manager to achieve objectives. Work is reviewed for achievement of objectives, soundness of judgement and quality of work.

Supervision Given

None.

Minimum Qualifications- Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline.- Minimum five years of related experience in development or related field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.- Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one's own.

- Demons