Senior Program Coordinator, Student Philanthropy

Additional Information

Career Roadmap Designation

(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Senior Program Coordinator, Student Philanthropy

Department:
Student Life | Student Philanthropy

• Drives and executes the management and formulation of strategic initiatives of the annual giving student campaigns and identifies and cultivates new philanthropic opportunities within the undergraduate and graduate student community.
• Collaborates with the Director, Student Philanthropy to initiate, advise, execute, and manage planning strategies and programs aligning with department and Student Life strategic initiatives.
• Develops data plans and provides analysis to support department strategic decisions.
• Engages with Student Life leadership team and supervisor to carry out special projects as needed.
• Manages the student annual giving campaigns.
• Is an expert in education, advocacy, and stewardship, utilizing these skills to develop and strengthen philanthropic curricula, engage new campus and community supporters, and build and maintain meaningful relationships with donors and partners.
• Drives and executes the development of objectives that align with the department and Student Life strategic initiatives and empowers student leaders and campus partners by facilitating the development of meaningful, relevant, and pedagogically sound educational frameworks.
• Operates with a high degree of independence, decision-making capabilities, judgment, consistency, and relationship building.
• Handles and prioritizes multiple projects at once.
• Works collaboratively with other offices and fundraising units to promote student philanthropy.
• Might also serve as liaison to a select number of fundraising units to assist them with student philanthropy efforts.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Advanced degree in relevant field may be desirable.
• 4 years of relevant experience required.
• 4-8 years of relevant experience preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience; four years’ experience (can include one year of GA experience) of program planning, student engagement, senior class participation, volunteer management, annual giving, higher education and administration; strong organization and communication skills.
• Knowledge of current trends for student engagement and student philanthropy.
• Ability to lead volunteers towards ambitious goals.
• Ability to interact with a diverse population, including students and/or student volunteers, alumni, community leadership and university leadership.
• Familiarity with MS Office, spreadsheets, database, crowdfunding, giving days, and web-based technology.
• Evening and some weekend work required.
• Master’s degree in Higher Education or equivalent; direct experience in student involvement; experience using data in developing strategic plans and/or initiatives; experience creating innovative trend analysis and systems thinking/ideation; experience working in other advancement departments such as annual giving and/or alumni relations.

Ohio Union (0161)

Regular

40

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The Office of Student Life fosters students’ development, learning, well-being and sense of belonging; empowers students to achieve their academic, personal and professional goals; and prepares students to be engaged in a global society.

Student Life

Student Leadership, Engagement and Activities

Specialist 2

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.