Who we
want:
Assistant Director of Development Walter Cronkite School of
Journalism and Mass Communication
The
assistant director will join a team of experienced development
professionals to secure significant philanthropic investments for
the Cronkite School at ASU. An externally focused development
professional, the assistant director will work with alumni,
parents, faculty and members of the community to secure major gifts
in support of the Cronkite School's priority programs. She or he
will be based at the Cronkite School on the downtown Phoenix campus
and report to the Cronkite School's director of development.
What
you'll do:
Work with development
colleagues, academic leaders and volunteers to identify, cultivate
and solicit major gifts in support of the Cronkite School's
philanthropic priorities.
Proactively manage a portfolio
of major gift ($25,000+) and high-level annual gift ($10,000+)
prospects regionally and nationally, developing and executing
strategies leading to solicitation and investment that leverage the
donor's interests and connect them to ASU's opportunities.
Develop and submit written
proposals, budgets, and other collateral materials as needed for
securing philanthropic investments.
Work with department colleagues
to ensure proper stewardship and recognition of Cronkite School
donors (e.g. gift acknowledgment letters; annual endowment impact
reporting project).
Work with members of the
Cronkite Endowment Board of Trustees on fundraising projects
including the annual Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism
Luncheon.
Collaborate with department
colleagues on select development events (e.g. annual Scholarship
Celebration Brunch).
Lead efforts to coordinate
Cronkite's participation in university-wide fundraising initiatives
(e.g. Sun Devil Giving Day).
Be responsible for core
fundraising metrics including high impact contacts with prospects,
major gift proposals submitted and dollars raised. Use the ASUF
prospect management and tracking system (Salesforce) to record and
coordinate contacts and proposals.
Participate as a member of the
ASUF development team and serve as a resource to development
colleagues regarding fundraising opportunities.
Work in a fast-paced, results
oriented environment with complex and evolving relationships and
priorities.
Other duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications:
What
you'll need:
Knowledge of and experience
utilizing principles and techniques of development/fundraising,
preferably in higher education
Strong and collegial
interpersonal skills, including an ability to communicate
effectively in person and by phone
Strong and detail-oriented
writing skills
Exceptional listener
Self-starter able to secure
personal appointments and qualify new prospects
Demonstrated achievement in
securing major gifts
Demonstrable experience in
stewardship plans leading to additional investments
Ability to work independently
and as a member of a team
Problem solver who can take
initiative and set priorities while being flexible
Team-oriented strategist able
to effectively manage complex situations involving numerous and
sometimes competing constituencies
Attention to detail and
thoroughness in completing assigned duties
Highly organized and able to
handle multiple projects simultaneously
Working knowledge of Microsoft
Office Suite and comfortable working in donor/prospect computer
data base systems (Salesforce)
Adept at navigating complex
environments with evolving priorities and communication plans
Ability to work a flexible
schedule to include early mornings, evenings and weekends to
accommodate meetings and events
Willingness and ability to meet
demanding work schedule expectations
Ability to represent the both
institution and the college well
Belief in the vision of ASU as
the New American University
Relevant Experience:
Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years
successful professional development and/or fundraising related
experience, preferably in higher education
How to Apply:
Who we
are:
ASU
Enterprise Partners is a private, nonprofit organization based
in Tempe, Arizona, that serves as the resource-raising arm of
Arizona State University. We represent a new, innovative and highly
efficient model for diversified revenue generation, serving five
distinct subsidiaries that provide support for ASU:
ASU
Foundation matches donors with their passions by raising and
investing private contributions to ASU programs, faculty and
students.
University Realty LLC cultivates and advances
commercial and residential real estate projects to support
ASU.
Skysong
Innovations, ASU Enterprise Partners' technology transfer,
creates a pipeline between ASU and the private sector.
Enterprise Collaboratory at ASU equips faculty,
staff and students to launch innovative and impactful initiatives
rapidly.
ASU Research
Enterprise conducts applied research and consults for
classified and midrange technology-readiness-level (TRL) services
for the defense and security industry.
We
employ a diverse team engaged in meaningful work,
including fundraisers, designers, scholars, financial wizards,
filmmakers, inventors, entrepreneurs and volunteers. Each member
brings a different perspective to our vision, yet we share a
mission to advance the most innovative university in the
country.
Advance
your career, too. Professional development is highly
valued at ASU Enterprise Partners, where employees are encouraged
to look across the organization and nurture new areas of interest.
Roles often shift as passions are discovered.
Employees and eligible
dependents enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including
medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan; and
significant tuition reductions. More information is available about
our benefits at: https://www.asuenterprisepartners.org/careers/benefits.
Learn
more about us at
https://asuenterprisepartners.org/.
Mental
demands:
Clarity
of focus while juggling complex projects and/or deadlines.
Ability to meet demanding work schedule expectations.
Working
conditions:
Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office
setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and
manipulating a computer mouse; required to stand for varying
lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work.
Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25
pounds. Regular activities require ability to quickly change
priorities, which may include and/or are subject to resolution of
conflicts. Working hours will include some evenings, weekends, and
holidays. May be required to perform tasks in the field within
and/or across University campuses. Ability to clearly communicate
verbally, read, write, see and hear to perform essential
functions.
Working
equipment:
This
position will require a laptop computer, telephone, mobile
communication device ($60 monthly reimbursement), corporate card,
university club membership and business cards.
Contact
us today.
ASU
Enterprise Partners offers a competitive compensation and benefits
package, including medical, dental and vision insurance; a 401(k)
plan and reduced tuition at ASU.
For
more information on ASU Enterprise Partners, visit our web site at
www.asuenterprisepartners.org.
If
interested in the Assistant Director of Development Walter Cronkite
School of Journalism position, please apply online at
www.asuenterprisepartners.org/careers.
ASU
Enterprise Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer
