Senior Administrative Program Coordinator, Gift Planning

The Senior Administrative Program Coordinator, Office of Gift Planning, provides professional support for the Office of Gift Planning. This position is also responsible for tracking and identifying all stock donations to the university by working with the Tulane Cash Manager and Tulane's representative at State Street. The Senior Administrative Program Coordinator is also responsible for handling Tulane's insurance premiums and drafting gift receipts and acknowledgment letters to donor(s).

The position will also work with the Associate Vice President of Gift Planning in processing gifts and realized bequests. The Senior Administrative Program Coordinator will also work with Tulane's Communications department regarding marketing strategies and advertising for the Office of Gift Planning. The position will work closely with other departments within the Office of Development including other Major Gifts teams, Gift Planning, Stewardship, Corporate & Foundation Relations, and Alumni Development Information Services as well as Alumni Relations, Communications and other departments throughout the university.

The position is responsible for supporting the Executive Director of Gift Planning and all front-line officers in the Gift Planning office.

* Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple demands and/or projects simultaneously.

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with potential donors at all levels.

* Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with high-level prospects, donors, and volunteers.

* Ability to make decisions independently and follow up.

* Ability to contribute to the yearly strategic planning of the department.

* High School Diploma or equivalent required.

* 2 years' experience providing office or administrative support.

Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

* Bachelor's Degree

* Meeting/event planning/management, volunteer management, sales, public relations, marketing, admissions, or trust officer experience

* Budget and accounts management expertise

* Experience using Advanced Database