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Auburn University

Director of Philanthropy Communications

🇺🇸 Auburn, AL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $92K - $165K

💻 Development & Advancement

🗓️ October 2nd, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Auburn Advancement is hiring a Director of Philanthropy Communications. The role leads the strategy and execution of donor-focused communications to support the university's fundraising goals, overseeing messaging, publications, and a team to deliver compelling, consistent, and donor-centered content across channels.

Highlights
  • Lead philanthropy communications strategy to advance Auburn University's fundraising priorities.
  • Guide a team in creating consistent, high-quality donor messaging and campaign materials.
  • Develop and implement integrated communication strategies across print, digital, and multimedia platforms.
  • Collaborate with advancement units, communicators, and fundraisers to align messaging.
  • Oversee production of donor proposals, impact reports, stewardship materials, and campaign collateral.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Management, Business Administration, or related field required.
  • At least 8 years of experience in communications or marketing with supervisory, budget, and strategic planning responsibilities required.
  • Experience in higher education or advancement environments is desired.
  • Salary range: $91,900 - $165,430 annually.
  • Reports to the Associate Vice President of Philanthropy within the Senior VP, Advancement division.