Assistant Director of Advancement Communications

Job Description

The Assistant Director of Advancement Communications is a full-time, year-round position at Amherst College. The expected salary range is $60,000 to $65,000, with the salary varying based on relevant education, training, and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• At least three years of experience demonstrating strong abilities in storytelling, writing, and project management in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting
• Strong skills in storytelling, writing, visual communication, and project management, with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, engaging, audience-centered content
• Demonstrated ability to listen actively, think strategically, and solve problems creatively to develop effective communications and engagement strategies
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across teams, building productive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with a high degree of autonomy, sound judgment, and attention to detail, meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated commitment to and experience with advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in a professional setting
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends in support of events, deadlines, and donor-related activities, as needed

Summary Of Responsibilities

• Content Development: Planning, Writing, and Editing
• Develop compelling written, visual, and multimedia content that strengthens connections between Amherst College and its alumni and supporters.
• Research, pitch, write, and edit stories and profiles that highlight alumni achievements, institutional priorities, and the impact of philanthropy; conduct interviews to produce authentic, mission-aligned narratives.
• Support planning and day-to-day management of alumni-facing social media, including content creation, scheduling, community engagement, and basic performance tracking.
• Maintain editorial calendars and manage timelines and deadlines to ensure consistent, timely delivery.
• Stay current on digital storytelling formats, social media trends, and emerging tools to strengthen audience engagement.
• Project Management
• Partner with Advancement colleagues to identify and prioritize storytelling opportunities tied to key initiatives, alumni achievements, and institutional priorities.
• Manage end-to-end project workflows by setting timelines, coordinating reviews/approvals, tracking deliverables, and ensuring on-schedule execution.
• Maintain relationships with campus partners and external vendors to support collaborative projects and improve processes.
• Use performance insights and analytics to inform content decisions and recommend engagement strategies.
• Contribute to portfolio planning by identifying emerging needs and new content opportunities.