Campaign Communications Consultant

If you are a recognized expert in communications, marketing and branding and have demonstrated success in providing insight and assessment for university fundraising campaigns, come join us at UCLA as our Campaign Communications Consultant. In this 6-month contract role, you will work with our Vice Chancellor and External Affairs leadership to provide a complete assessment of prior and current capabilities for UCLA’s next multi-billion dollar comprehensive campaign. You will provide strong, strategic guidance in formulating campaign marketing, branding, and communication strategies and we will look to you as a critically important partner in helping us determine needs and identify resources as part of our campaign planning and execution. Your strong experience and expertise will also guide us in selecting a marketing agency for the next fundraising campaign. As our Campaign Communications Consultant, you will have in-depth knowledge of multiple communications media, including written, visual and electronic, and associated technical applications. You will be considered a subject matter expert and will serve as a highly knowledgeable and trusted resource in providing vital analysis, insight and guidance as part of your work in your capacity as our Campaign Communications Consultant.We encourage you to learn more about this unique opportunity and how you can serve as a valued partner to us in this role.Please note, this is a 6-month contract hybrid position that may be extended subject to funding and programmatic needs. Target salary for the 6-month duration of this contract is up to $100,000.Salary & CompensationUCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.QualificationsSeasoned tactical communications, marketing and branding professional with 15 plus years’ experience in various marketing arenas (agency, in-house for large organizations; higher education including development experience are a plus). (Required)Experience and capability in making recommendations for the strategy and development of a comprehensive campaign communications program for UCLA. (Required)Prior experience with universities in assessing, analyzing and providing recommendations for communications, marketing and branding in preparation for and during a fundraising campaign. (Required)A high degree of professionalism, diplomacy, foresight, and integrity, as well as strong knowledge of marketing agencies, preferably with proven experience with higher education or non-profit clients and fundraising campaigns. (Required)Expert knowledge and understanding of all aspects of communications including strategic planning for various modes/channels of media. (Required)Expert knowledge of and/or ability to quickly understand the mission, vision, goals, policies and infrastructure of UCLA; strong knowledge of issues impacting UCLA and higher education, specifically in relation to a fundraising campaign. (Required)Highly developed skills to advise leadership on the creation, development and implementation of strategic communication plans. (Required)Excellent written and verbal communication skills. (Required)Extremely well developed interpersonal skills to work with all levels of leadership and constituents; strong active listening skills and a high level of political acumen. (Required)Excellent analytical, critical thinking, problem recognition, avoidance and resolution skills. (Required)Expert knowledge or ability to quickly gain knowledge of UCLA’s protocols and channels for communications internally and externally. (Required)Recognized ability to recommend marketing and communication strategies and tools to move public opinion (as well as target audiences), encourage stakeholder involvement and support, recommend ways to increase donor support and establish UCLA as a brand of preference and choice. (Required)Demonstrated ability to make recommendations of and/or successfully manage external marketing and creative resources, including advertising agencies, public relations firm and digital resources. (Required)Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal AffiliationsBachelor's Degree in Communications, Marketing or related field. (Preferred)Special Conditions for EmploymentBackground Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.Ability to work evenings and/or weekends as needed (Required)Schedule8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Union/Policy Covered99-Policy CoveredComplete Position DescriptionView Complete Position Description

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