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Executive Director, Communications, Donor Relations, and Events

United States, Waltham 147800.00 - 169900.00 USD / Year · Job Posted February 20, 2026
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Brandeis University is seeking a strategic, creative, and people-centered advancement leader to serve as Executive Director (ED), Communications, Donor Relations, and Events. This is a rare opportunity to shape how a leading research university communicates its impact, engages its donors, and celebrates philanthropy—at a pivotal moment for Institutional Advancement. Reporting to the Interim Deputy Vice President for Institutional Advancement (IDVP), the Executive Director is a member of the Institutional Advancement Senior Leadership Team and plays a central role in defining and delivering an exceptional donor and constituent experience across the University.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead Donor Relations, Communications, and Events (≈60%)
  • Provide strategic oversight for advancement communications, donor relations, and events
  • Build and align goals across teams to ensure consistent, high-quality donor and constituent experiences
  • Create and lead a centralized events function within Institutional Advancement
  • Strengthen proposal development, gift agreements, and stewardship practices
  • Partner closely with fundraising units to leverage communications and events as powerful tools for donor engagement
  • Develop and Inspire High-Performing Teams (≈25%)
  • Manage, mentor, and develop a cross-functional team, including director-level leaders
  • Set clear expectations, performance objectives, and accountability measures
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and shared ownership of results
  • Serve as a coach and thought partner to leaders across donor relations, communications, and events
  • Serve as a Senior Advancement Leader (≈15%)
  • Actively contribute as a member of the IA Senior Leadership Team
  • Advise the Senior Vice President and IDVP on innovative approaches to donor engagement, stewardship, and campaign strategy
  • Help shape how the University recognizes and celebrates philanthropic investments at institutional and campaign levels

Requirements

  • A minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience
  • 5–8 years of supervisory leadership
  • Strong track record managing teams and complex, cross-functional initiatives
  • Deep knowledge of best practices in higher education fundraising, donor relations, and stewardship
  • Preferred experience in operations, donor relations, and/or gift administration
  • Strategic thinking paired with operational excellence and attention to detail
  • Ability to build trust and influence across diverse stakeholders
  • Bachelor’s degree required

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Preferred experience in operations, donor relations, and/or gift administration

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