students, clients, suppliers and the community we serve. Interacts effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students and other customers of our service, learns and uses operating practices of the department and Aurora University. Upholds the Mission Statement: Aurora University is an inclusive community dedicated to the transformative power of learning. As a teaching-centered institution, we encourage undergraduate and graduate students to discover what it takes to build meaningful and examined lives. Our singular goal is to empower our students to achieve lasting personal and professional success. Handles all information with tact and discretion and recognizes the confidential nature of university business. Supports learning through performance of essential job functions and performing other duties and functions as necessary or as assigned, including voluntary participation in university committees, activities and events. Collaborates with University partners on philanthropic and engagement communications via email, direct mail, phone, online giving, social media and targeted digital outreach to execute effective solicitation and engagement campaigns. Serves as the campus expert for Give Campus, the platform used for annual giving, events, and outreach. Serves as the liaison between OPE and University Marketing Communications, ensuring alignment and collaboration on messaging, branding, and promotional strategies for fundraising, alumni engagement, and donor stewardship initiatives. Develops tools, processes, procedures, policies and materials to support the alumni engagement and annual giving program, peer-to-peer fundraising efforts, and campus partners to ensure a seamless and positive donor experience. Develops OPE communications. Researches, writes, and edits a variety of communications, publications, and reports. Develops and manages digital and print communications projects. Manages the content calendar for OPE communications. Acts as content development resource for OPE. Assists with implementing a comprehensive annual giving program to acquire, retain, and upgrade annual donors. Assists with coordinating alumni engagement and annual giving initiatives including the AU Day of Generosity, local and regional events, and affinity-based campaigns. Assists with event logistics, including onsite support for registration. Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree required. At least three years of successful experience within higher education or non-profits.
