Assistant Director of Development & Donor Relations

Benefits : All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

Unit:  Athletics MBU

Department: Athletics Office

Duties & Responsibilities:

The Assistant Director of Development and Donor Relations is instrumental in advancing the mission of VCU Athletics by supporting the growth of the RAM Athletic Fund and increasing donor engagement. Reporting to the Sr. Associate AD for Development, the role will create and execute communications, events, and outreach initiatives that identify, cultivate, steward, and engage donors, alumni, and stakeholders who support the achievement of VCU student-athletes. The Assistant Director of Development & Donor Relations assists in developing donor communications, such as newsletters, web content, impact reports, and event invitations, and coordinates and manages special events such as donor receptions, game-day hospitality, and recognition ceremonies. An important aspect of the position is stewarding and developing relationships with donors and stakeholders through regular contact and one-on-one stewardship. In addition, the Assistant Director of Development & Donor Relations provides operations and administration assistance in ensuring that development work is efficiently monitored, assessed, and rolled out in collaboration with the Athletic Development team so that strategies are aligned with fundraising objectives as well as providing a better donor experience.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate degree or training and experience that equates to a graduate degree;

Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

Benefits : All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

Unit:  Athletics MBU

Department: Athletics Office

Duties & Responsibilities:

The Assistant Director of Development and Donor Relations is instrumental in advancing the mission of VCU Athletics by supporting the growth of the RAM Athletic Fund and increasing donor engagement. Reporting to the Sr. Associate AD for Development, the role will create and execute communications, events, and outreach initiatives that identify, cultivate, steward, and engage donors, alumni, and stakeholders who support the achievement of VCU student-athletes. The Assistant Director of Development & Donor Relations assists in developing donor communications, such as newsletters, web content, impact reports, and event invitations, and coordinates and manages special events such as donor receptions, game-day hospitality, and recognition ceremonies. An important aspect of the position is stewarding and developing relationships with donors and stakeholders through regular contact and one-on-one stewardship. In addition, the Assistant Director of Development & Donor Relations provides operations and administration assistance in ensuring that development work is efficiently monitored, assessed, and rolled out in collaboration with the Athletic Development team so that strategies are aligned with fundraising objectives as well as providing a better donor experience.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate degree or training and experience that equates to a graduate degree;

Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

1-2 years of experience working in a Division-I intercollegiate athletics program;

Knowledge of fundraising principles, practices, and trends, preferably in a university setting;

Project management skills;

Analytical and critical thinking skills, including skills in creative and effective decision-making and problem identification/avoidance/resolution; and

Written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships at all organizational levels and with outside constituencies.

Preferred Qualifications

Salary Range: $47,300

FLSA Exemption Status:  Exempt

Hours per Week:  40+

Restricted Position:  No

ORP Eligible:  No

Flexible Work Arrangement:  Fully Onsite

Contact Information:
Contact Name: Joe Manhertz
Contact Email: manhertzj@vcu.edu

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