Foundation and Development Communications Officer
- Employer
- Sewanee: The University of the South
- Location
- Tennessee, United States
- Salary
- Salary Commensurate with experience
- Closing date
- Dec 14, 2021
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- Position Type
- Fundraising, Alumni Affairs, Major Gifts, Administrative, Public Relations and Communications
- Fields
- Academic Centers, Education
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Primary Function: Identifies opportunities
for foundation support for University programs and prepares
proposals for submission for institutional priorities; prepares
written summaries of University priorities, proposals for
individual prospects and crafts stories on prospective donors and
realized gifts; develops print and electronic communications in
support of development activities.
Opportunities for Leadership:
This position reports to Associate Vice President for
Advancement.
Career Band: 2E
Typical Duties & Responsibilities:
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Maintains University relationship with long-term foundation donors via proposal submissions, timely reporting and on-going communications with foundation staff.
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Identifies new foundation/organizational prospects with funding areas aligned with University priorities; prepares and submits proposals as appropriate.
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Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of all proposal submissions, outcomes and reporting requirements/deadlines.
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Prepares proposals for individual prospects as requested by major gift staff.
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Prepares summaries/outlines of University fund-raising initiatives for in-person group presentations, print and web.
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Prepares stories on realized gifts (and the donors) and designs and distributes quarterly donor newsletter – IMPACT
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Meets with Vice Provost for Planning and Strategic Initiatives, faculty, gift officers and prospective donors as appropriate to help develop/support fund-raising plans and details for new programs and existing programs and enhancements.
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Develops new communications as needed to support fundraising projects and larger efforts such as capital campaigns.
Machines & Equipment Used: Computer, Telephone, Copier, Fax machine, Printer, Internet, Various Software Packages
Budgetary Responsibility: Monitors
expenditures against budget; prepares budget data for
review/approval by supervisor/department head.
Personal Interaction/Communication:
- Student Contact: Work Study, Interns
- Internal: Faculty, Staff, Deans
- External: Foundation Officials, Corporation Officials, Donors, Prospects, Alumni, Parents, Visitors
Attributes of a Successful Candidate:
Education: Bachelor’s degree; advanced
degree preferred
Experience: 3+ years experience in proposal
development and writing or other appropriate writing
experience
Job Related Skills: Excellent organizational,
verbal and written communication skills; attention to detail and
ability to meet deadlines
Licenses & Certifications: None
Supplemental Information:
Confidential Information: Giving Histories, Social Security Numbers, Wealth Screening information, Contact reports
Working Environment: General Office and
Travel
Physical Requirements: Must be able to stand
for extended periods of time, Must be able to walk for extended
periods of time, Must be able to push and/or pull objects, Must be
able to use hands for repetitive tasks, Must be able to lift
between 21-50 pounds (Medium work), Must be able to carry between
21-50 pounds (Medium work)
Any additional requirements specific to this
position: Travel required.
Must be able to wear an approved mask for prolonged periods while performing job duties and responsibilities.
Employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to an approved medical or religious exemption.
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