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About the Role

Seeking an Associate Director, Advancement Communications to develop and implement marketing and communication strategies supporting fundraising objectives and strengthening the culture of philanthropy at UCC. This role ensures Advancement communications are on-brand, compelling, and aligned with College priorities, working with various stakeholders to deliver high-impact campaigns that inspire giving and deepen community connections.

Responsibilities

Partner with Advancement leadership, Director, Content and Creative, and UCC agency partners to design and deliver milestone campaign branding.
Lead multi-channel marketing and communications campaigns that advance annual fund goals, donor engagement, and stewardship.
Manage production of campaign materials, including cases for support, proposals, reports, event collateral, and presentations.
Oversee timelines and workflows for campaign-related projects, ensuring high-quality, on-brand execution.
Develop and implement communications strategies, including microsites, newsletters, and digital updates.
Develop marketing and communications plans that build the case for support and promote a culture of philanthropy.
Lead the Annual Fund brand, including creation of style guides, templates, and campaign assets.
Write, edit, and oversee development of donor-facing materials across print, digital, and video platforms.
Produce materials for Advancement programs such as legacy giving, reunion campaigns, donor societies, and stewardship events.
Manage donor- and giving-related content across UCC’s digital and social channels.
Collaborate with fundraisers to deliver acquisition, engagement, and stewardship campaigns.
Partner with Advancement and Marketing and Communications leaders to align donor communications with institutional priorities.
Analyze audience and donor data to refine strategies and strengthen campaign positioning.
Review Advancement communications to ensure consistency in brand, tone, and messaging.
Collaborate with the Executive Director, Marketing and Communications and Director, Content and Creative to direct agency and freelance partners on media, creative, and PR deliverables.
Manage campaign budgets and track performance.
Develop relationships that enhance the College’s brand and effectiveness of its communications and marketing.
Leadership role in supporting communications and marketing team operations and processes; mentor to develop team members.
Develop and maintain “knowledge sharing” relationships with fellow Advancement team members and across the College.
Participate in a variety of events and initiatives that enhance UCC’s community relationships.
Participate in various Advancement cross-functional teams and projects.
Support marketing and communication needs of VP Advancement, Executive Director as required.
Other duties as required.

Requirements

Experience in an advancement, fundraising, or development context, with an understanding of donor communications, stewardship, and the role of philanthropy.
Progressively responsible experience in marketing and communications; agency and brand management experience are assets.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-channel campaigns from concept through execution, with a strong track record of meeting deadlines and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated experience working with cross-functional teams on communications and marketing strategies, tactics and plans that leverage core strengths of a brand and position it for future growth.
Experience managing and energizing a range of partners/agencies/freelancers.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and brand consistency.
Highly developed writing, editing and proofreading skills, with a keen eye for detail.
Proven ability to translate complex organizational priorities into clear, compelling, donor-friendly narratives across print, digital, and video platforms.
Experience supporting or leading donor-facing events and alumni engagement initiatives.
Ability to develop people and teams, with proven track record of strong collaboration with external and internal partners.
Experience invigorating brands and teams with fresh perspective, ideas and processes.
A passion for education.

Skills

Marketing strategy
Communications strategy
Brand management
Campaign management
Content creation
Digital marketing
Social media management
Project management
Writing
Editing
Proofreading
Donor relations
Stewardship
Event planning

Location

On-campus

Work Type

Full-Time
Contract

Experience Level

Associate Director
Senior level experience in marketing and communications

Education Level

University degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Salary/Compensations

$99,345 to $124,181

Benefits

Unparalleled opportunities for professional development including workshops, networking sessions, a leadership program, and visiting experts and scholars
Flexibility to substitute statutory holidays in recognition of diverse religious and cultural practices
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, including health care and lifestyle spending accounts
Pension plan
Generous vacation time
Self-funded sabbatles
Parental leave top-up
Significant support for personal and family wellbeing and mental health, including the Employee and Family Assistance Program
Paid volunteer time off for involvement in the communities that matter to you
Social events for colleagues and their families
Collaborative and supportive team members and colleagues
Free on-campus parking

About the Company

Upper Canada College (UCC) is focused on making the world a more just and inclusive place through dialogue and teamwork.
With a commitment to equity and fairness, students learn that what makes us different as individuals makes us stronger as a community.
A rigorous academic program is supported by accomplished faculty, exceptional co-curricular programming, and state-of-the-art facilities.
The UCC experience is underpinned by five core values: learning, pluralism, service, community, and well-being.
Among its strategic goals is UCC’s ambition to become more diverse and inclusive.
UCC is committed to fostering belonging, striving for justice and peace among all people, and addressing systemic and structural forms of oppression.

Equal Opportunity

UCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity, encouraging applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ and historically marginalized persons.
UCC embraces pluralism – celebrating differences, cherishing similarities, and giving voice to multiple perspectives.