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University of Florida

DIR, External Affairs

🇺🇸 Jacksonville, FL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $120K - $140K

💻 Operations

🗓️ August 5th, 2025

CRM Salesforce

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Florida is hiring a Director of External Affairs to lead strategic communications, donor engagement, and external relations for the UF Jacksonville campus. The role involves developing and executing communication strategies, serving as a liaison with advancement and government relations offices, and representing the university in the community to advance UF Jacksonville's visibility and priorities.

Highlights

  • Lead strategic communication efforts to engage donors, elected officials, community leaders, and key stakeholders.
  • Develop and implement donor stewardship and fundraising strategies in partnership with UF Advancement.
  • Collaborate with UF's Office of Government and Community Relations to support advocacy and engagement initiatives.
  • Serve as a public-facing representative for UF Jacksonville and senior leadership.
  • Oversee creation of communications materials including press releases, speeches, newsletters, and digital collateral.
  • Coordinate messaging and branding with UF Strategic Communications and various university departments.
  • Support new projects under UF Office for Strategic Initiatives with communications and donor relations.
  • Required qualifications: Master's degree with six years relevant experience or Bachelor's degree with eight years relevant experience.
  • Preferred skills include experience crafting senior leadership communications, ability to manage multiple deadlines, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint, with Salesforce CRM experience a plus.
  • Expected salary range: $120,000-$140,000 annually.

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