Summary
Work in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment as a member of a multifaceted development communications team. The assistant director serves an important role in creating and maintaining high-quality, compelling web content for the Michigan Medicine Office of Development. Writes web articles about donors, gifts, and giving. Manages content and organizes communications assets for posting on development intranet, among other responsibilities. Has a strong sense for design. The goal is to build positive awareness and foster philanthropic support for research, patient care, and medical student education at Michigan Medicine.

Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Who We Are
Michigan Medicine is a groundbreaking organization for many reasons, and much of the work that we do is made possible because of philanthropy. Annually, the Michigan Medicine Office of Development raises an average of $200 million annually, which helps us to be a change agent of the world. The Office of Development supports a culture of flexibility, and a hybrid work arrangement is possible for this position.

Responsibilities*
Write and manage content to create robust and compelling development web pages
Partner with development and Medical School colleagues to gather information, potentially through interviews or published material, for website content development
Facilitate the collection of photography and video resources to post on web pages
Create and help manage content for DevConnect/Office of University Development intranet
Gather and organize fundraising resources to post on intranet
As materials are updated, ensure they are posted on intranet
Interview donors and faculty to create engaging web articles about donors and giving
Provide writing, editing, and proofreading support on a variety of communications projects and offer backup to communications team members as needed
Bring creative, critical, and analytical approaches to communications and web planning sessions with colleagues
Assist with review of projects for Michigan Medicine brand standards and style guidelines
Required Qualifications*
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or other relevant field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Two or more years of professional writing experience, preferably in website content development
Excellent editing and proofreading skills
Familiarity across Adobe Creative Suite
Excellent organizational skills, with ability to handle multiple deadline-driven projects for varied platforms at once
Interest in medical science and health-related topics
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
An active commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Commitment to the highest standards of customer service and professionalism
Commitment to confidentiality regarding patient and donor records and information
Desired Qualifications*
Familiarity with AP Style
Familiarity with web writing principles and best practices
Project management experience
Interest in print and web design
Interest in development and philanthropy
Experience working in a health system environment and knowledge of medical terminology
Experience in a fundraising organization
Knowledge of the University of Michigan and/or the Michigan Medicine organizational structure, culture, operations, and procedures