Department Summary
University Advancement (UA) supports the University of Oregon’s (UO) mission of providing exceptional teaching, discovery, and service by strategically positioning the university to create awareness, build long-term relationships, and secure resources that increase understanding and further its aims.
The division consists of approximately 150 employees primarily working out of Eugene, with offices in Portland and Bend.
We are committed to fostering equity and inclusion in a welcoming, safe, and respectful environment that recognizes the value of all members of our community.
The University of Oregon Alumni Association (UOAA) is an inter-dependent 501c3 within the University of Oregon’s University Advancement division.
The UOAA fosters lifelong relationships, deepens engagement, and advocates on behalf of the university and Duck alumni around the world.
Launched in 1879, the UOAA is proud of its long history of keeping alumni connected to the university and to one another, offering a wide array of opportunities for service and engagement.
With a membership of over 20,000, the UOAA serves as an important connection to the university for more than 260,000 alumni worldwide.
Our vision is to be among the very best alumni relations programs in the world, uniting and engaging Ducks in all stages of flight.
Position Summary
The Digital Marketing Assistant position provides support to the UOAA Communications and Engagement teams with programs, services, and communications that reach, serve, and engage alumni.
In compliance with brand standards, as set by University Communications, this position supports projects that include, but are not limited to, copywriting for social media and email marketing, coordinating event-related communications like invitations and confirmation emails, web design, and guest registration processes for numerous alumni programs, including chapter and regional alumni events.
The Marketing Assistant will work within the UOAA, a division of University Advancement (UA). This position reports to the Director of Alumni Communications.
This position will be located in Eugene or Portland. It is eligible to work a hybrid schedule, and will need to work on campus approximately 3 days per week.
Minimum Requirements
Two years of experience gathering information, writing and / or producing materials, and presenting materials
to selected audiences; OR
- A Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communication, or a closely related field.