Holy Family Institute

Director, Advancement Events and Communications

Holy Family Institute

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States • Pennsylvania

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Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Lead strategy, planning, and execution of advancement events and communications to strengthen alumni and donor engagement
  • Oversee event portfolio including TigerFest Homecoming and Reunion; manage strategy, budgets, vendors, and day-of execution
  • Create and manage alumni-facing communications, including e-newsletters, social media, and digital campaigns; align with University Marketing
  • Collaborate with Annual Giving and Donor Relations on fundraising campaigns and stewardship events
  • Develop and manage budgets; negotiate vendor contracts and ensure effective use of resources
  • Mentor and oversee student workers and interns; provide guidance to volunteers
  • Assess event and communications success using surveys, analytics, and engagement metrics; recommend innovations
  • Report to the Executive Director of Alumni Engagement & Annual Giving and build partnerships across campus
  • Local and regional travel required; operate primarily in an office environment with occasional outdoor event work

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in event and/or communications management, preferably within higher education advancement, nonprofit fundraising, or related fields
  • Demonstrated experience with budget management, vendor negotiation, and cross-functional project leadership
  • Strong leadership and project management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Demonstrated success in planning and executing high-impact events and communications
  • Skilled in budget oversight, vendor management, and contract negotiation
  • Creative thinker with ability to design engaging experiences and communications
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency with technology platforms (social media, email marketing, CRM/advancement software, AI and event management tools)
  • Commitment to Catholic higher education and to the mission, goals, and values of Holy Family University
  • Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and occasional travel as events require
  • Valid driver's license and automobile required