Emory University

The Carter Center: Senior Associate Director, Digital Marketing - Development

ATLANTA, GAPosted 18 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Emory University

  • Job overview

    The Senior Associate Director, Digital Marketing at The Carter Center leads digital fundraising strategies to engage donors and support the organization's mission within Emory University.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves planning and executing digital fundraising campaigns, managing donor engagement, coordinating with development and communications teams, overseeing budgets, reporting results, maintaining donor databases, supervising staff, and supporting special projects.

  • Experience and skills

    Requires a bachelor's degree and four years of fundraising or related experience; preferred qualifications include extensive digital marketing experience, CRM proficiency, campaign management skills, and strong communication abilities.

  • Career development

    Opportunities for ongoing professional development to stay current on fundraising and marketing trends are provided.

  • Work environment and culture

    The Carter Center values collaboration, mission-driven work, and offers flexible remote work options with some required on-site presence in Georgia.

  • Company information

    The Carter Center is a nonprofit founded by Jimmy Carter and Rosalynn Carter in partnership with Emory University, focused on human rights, peace, and health initiatives globally.

  • Team overview

    The candidate will join the Direct Marketing Group within the Development department, collaborating with the Chief Development Officer and other staff across the Center.

  • Job location and travel

    The position is based in Atlanta, GA, with regular remote work allowed but requires commuting to The Carter Center as needed; candidates must reside in Georgia.

  • Unique job features

    The role includes managing digital fundraising for a diverse donor portfolio, working with advanced digital tools and vendor partnerships, and contributing to high-impact global humanitarian efforts.

Company overview

Emory University is a prestigious private research university located in Atlanta, Georgia, known for its strong emphasis on liberal arts, professional education, and research. Founded in 1836, it has grown to include nine academic divisions, including Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Oxford College, and the Goizueta Business School. The university generates revenue through tuition, research grants, healthcare services provided by Emory Healthcare, and philanthropic contributions. Emory's history is marked by its commitment to academic excellence, social responsibility, and its affiliation with the United Methodist Church.

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  • Showcase proficiency with CRM and eCRM systems like Luminate Online and Raiser’s Edge, and your ability to manage digital fundraising campaigns including A/B testing and multivariate testing.

  • Apply through multiple platforms including Emory University's official careers page, The Carter Center’s website, and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility.

  • Connect with current or former employees in the Development or Digital Marketing teams at Emory University on LinkedIn. Use ice breakers such as commenting on recent Carter Center campaigns, asking about their experience working on digital fundraising, or expressing genuine interest in the Center’s mission and impact.

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