Senior Communications Specialist – Donor Relations

Penn Information Systems & Computing

Senior Communications Specialist managing high-priority donor relations writing projects at University of Pennsylvania. Collaborating with leadership for fundraising initiatives and compelling communications.

Posted 5/7/2026full-timePhiladelphia • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $76,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide senior-level planning and execution for mission-critical writing projects
Work closely with senior leadership and faculty for project execution
Respond to emerging needs for timely and compelling written communications
Produce unique digital and print pieces for fundraising
Serve as a DAR liaison with outside vendors when necessary
Interact effectively with top levels of University leadership and philanthropists
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors degree required
5-7 years relevant work experience in communications or related field
Expert writing, editing, and proofreading skills
Experience writing for fundraising
Comfort level and skill with technologies including digital platforms
Experience writing high visibility executive communications
Excellent project management skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to function with diplomacy and build relationships
Demonstrated history of effective performance in deadline-driven environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Tuition assistance
Retirement plans
Time away from work
Long-Term Care Insurance
Wellness programs
Professional and Personal Development

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Hard Skills & Tools

writingeditingproofreadingfundraising writingexecutive communicationsproject management

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillsdiplomacyrelationship buildingdeadline management

Certifications

Bachelor's degree