[Remote] Marketing Assistant

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) is a public research university dedicated to serving the needs of students and patients. The Marketing Assistant role provides essential administrative and operational support to the Office of Development and Alumni Relations' Marketing team, focusing on marketing effort configuration and assisting in direct and email marketing initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Configure direct marketing and public media efforts in Blackbaud CRM
• Build and share tracking links in GiveCampus for marketing efforts
• Assist with email and direct mail marketing projects
• Manage multiple projects and meet fast-paced deadlines
• Work with leadership to find alternative solutions when resources are not available
• Support other marketing functions as needed
• Ensure work is completed accurately and within deadline
• Set high standards, exhibit a positive attitude, maintain strict confidentiality and show exemplary work ethic
• Demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate an open-minded approach to understanding people from all backgrounds, identities, abilities, perspectives and experiences
• Establish, cultivate and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal partners
• Reflect DAR’s and VCU’s core purpose and values

Skills

• B.S. in marketing or related field, or equivalent work experience
• Experience in working with databases, especially Blackbaud eCRM
• Experience using project management tools, especially Smartsheet
• One year or more of experience in a related position
• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple small tasks and meet deadlines reliably
• Ability to pivot on short notice
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace)
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU
• Experience with tracking links, especially in GiveCampus
• Experience with marketing principles
• Experience in an academic medical center, health care or higher education (Research I) setting or similar complex environments
• Familiarity with development and alumni relations

Benefits

• Wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU

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