Communications Specialist

 EVANGEL UNIVERSITY

COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

Job Title: Communications Specialist
Department: University Advancement
Reports To: Vice President for Advancement
Status: Full-time, Exempt
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, retirement, and discounted tuition for employees and dependents 

Position Summary:

The Communications Specialist serves as the lead content creator for the University Advancement Office, helping to tell the story of the university through compelling written materials and strategic messaging. This role is responsible for developing and managing content for newsletters, donor communications, campaign materials, social media, and advancement-related web pages.

The ideal candidate will be a strong writer and communicator with an eye for detail, a collaborative spirit, and a passion for mission-driven work. This position requires a high level of creativity, organization, and the ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging language for a variety of audiences. This is not a management position. Candidates should be ready to both develop and execute strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Write, edit, and manage content for newsletters, donor updates, campaign reports, and fundraising materials
• Collaborate with advancement leadership and university marketing to align messaging across platforms
• Create and schedule email communications, track performance, and manage contact lists
• Draft copy for advancement-related print pieces, event programs, and web content
• Support alumni and donor engagement efforts through consistent, mission-aligned communication
• Maintain an organized content calendar and archive of materials
• Assist with social media content and strategy as it relates to advancement and alumni relations
• Contribute to storytelling efforts that highlight student success, donor impact, and institutional vision

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, English, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of professional writing or communications experience, preferably in a nonprofit, higher education, or mission-driven setting
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Strong project management skills and attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate across departments and manage multiple deadlines
• A commitment to the mission of Christian higher education

Preferred (Bonus) Skills:

• Experience with graphic design (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite or Canva)
• Video production and editing (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro)
• Basic photography skills
• Familiarity with email marketing platforms and social media tools
• Experience working with data in Blackbaud or a similar program 
• Understanding of fundraising or advancement communications

To Apply:
 Please submit a resume, cover letter, and two writing samples. Design or media samples may be included as optional supplements.

Evangel University is an equal opportunity employer participating in the E-Verify program.