Student Philanthropy Ambassador
Listed on 2026-03-10
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Education / Teaching
Academic, University Professor, Education Administration, Faculty
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
- March 6, 2026 – Applications Due (Priority Review)
- March 13, 2026 - Extended Application Date
- March 22 – April 3, 2026 – Interviews Take Place
- April 9, 2026 – Notifications Sent
- April 26, 2026 – Mandatory Student Leadership Summit
Position Information
Position Title
Department
Department Development
Job Location
Purpose of Job
Support the Advancement and Alumni offices by educating students, faculty, staff, and alumni on the importance of philanthropy at Doane.
General Description and Duties
Serve as an ambassador by establishing an open line of communication between the University and its supporters. Gain a greater understanding of the University, its organizational structure, and its annual needs for financial support.
- Gain a greater understanding of the University, its organizational structure, and its annual needs for financial support.
- Communicate with constituents (alumni, parents, employees, students, and friends of Doane) to build personal rapport, and update demographic information.
- Provide tours, interviews, and alumni and donor outreach
- Opportunities in social media and marketing as it relates to the Advancement and Alumni Offices
- Handle personal information with extreme confidentiality.
Special Skills or Knowledge Required
Sophomore or above standing.
- Able to represent and advocate for Doane in a professional manner.
- Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Exhibit comfort in conversing with alumni, faculty/staff, and students.
- Possess strong character, a positive attitude, and the willingness to lead by example.
- Capability to work well independently and in a team setting.
- Display strong attention to detail.
Total Weekly Hours Required
Total Weekly Hours Required Commit to a minimum of 4 hours (flexible) per week (possibility for more shifts is available). $15/hour
- March 6, 2026 – Applications Due (Priority Review)
- March 13, 2026 – Extended Application Date
- March 22 – April 3, 2026 – Interviews Take Place
- April 9, 2026 – Notifications Sent
- April 26, 2026 – Mandatory Student Leadership Summit
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you a current Doane University student?
- Yes
- No
- * How do you make sure you are clear and professional when talking or writing to different people, like alumni, faculty, staff, or students?
(Open Ended Question)
- * What strategies would you use to foster positive and engaging conversations with alumni?
(Open Ended Question)
- * Why do you think philanthropy is important for universities, particularly for a place like Doane?
(Open Ended Question)
- * How would you measure success in the role of a philanthropy ambassador, and what personal qualities will help you achieve that success?
(Open Ended Question)
- * Can you share an example of when you had to pay close attention to details? How did you make sure everything was correct?
(Open Ended Question)
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