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Annual Fund Coordinator

University of New Orleans

Posted 05/18/23

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2000 Lakeshore Drive, New Orleans, LA 70148

Inactive
Full-Time
Entry level
Education / Training
In Person

Job Description

The University Advancement Department of the University of New Orleans is seeking an experienced professional to be our Annual Fund Coordinator.

 

About Us

·       Located on the southern shore of Lake Pontchartrain, only 15 minutes from the French Quarter, the University of New Orleans occupies a 195-acre campus in one of the finest residential areas of the city.

·       Ranked Top 50 in the Nation for Social Mobility by U.S. News & World Report.

·       The Brookings Institution ranked UNO third in the nation for providing equal access to higher education for students from all income levels.

·       For years, UNO has appeared on U.S. News & World Report’s least debt list (schools whose graduates have the least amount of debt) among national universities.

 

UNO Welcomes Job Applicants from Diverse Backgrounds

Founded in 1958, the University of New Orleans was the first integrated university to open in the South.  Given its history of educational access for all, UNO is committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion - core values that inform all we do. 

 

Job Summary

Working under the supervision of the Annual Fund Manager, the Annual Fund Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and developing the UNO Student Outreach Center operations, as part of an overall fundraising plan for the University of New Orleans.  This position also drives continued outreach to our alumni and the greater community.  Duties include the following:

 

·       Serves as the main supervisor for the UNO Student Outreach Center which consists of a staff of students who are employed to make contact calls and outreach to alumni and friends of the University, via telephone and other communication tools.  The Annual Fund Coordinator is responsible for coordinating all aspects of the outreach program, including hiring, training, and supervising student staff, as well as writing scripts, monitoring statistics, and coordinating logistics.  Under the direction of the Annual Fund Manager, they will use past performance and current trends to inform strategies to achieve the fundraising goals of the annual giving program.  They will monitor the program's daily activities and continued effectiveness to identify and recommend opportunities for continued development and improvement for enhanced alumni participation, donor pipeline development, and fundraising success.   

·       Works closely with and under the direction of the Annual Fund Manager to support all annual fund activities and solicitations, including crowdfunding, appeals, and special events relating to donor cultivation and stewardship.

·       Assists with the production of periodic reports as required for the Foundation's committee members, President/CEO, and the Chief Development Officer.

 

Required Qualifications

·       Bachelor's Degree.

·       Applied and analytical thinking skills.

·       Strong supervisory and training ability.

·       Proficient in Microsoft Office (specifically Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).

·       Ability to learn and adapt to new digital platforms and programs.

·       Demonstrated commitment to a high level of donor/customer service.

·       Strong team concept and experience working in a results-oriented team environment.

·       Professional demeanor.

·       Ability to maintain confidentiality.

·       Excellent oral and written communication skills.

·       Solid writing, editing, and presentation ability.

·       Attention to detail and accurate record keeping.

·       Proven ability to work independently to accomplish goals and establish priorities with minimal supervision.

·       Must be flexible regarding work schedule, with the ability to work evening and/or weekend hours, when required.

 

Desired Qualifications

·       Experience in higher education, marketing, sales, customer service, or non-profit fundraising.

·       Proficiency in the use of donor databases and digital platforms, e.g., Raiser's Edge, GiveSmart, Drupal, VanillaSoft, Gravyty/Raise, and Gratavid.

·       Ability to respond to multiple demands concurrently.

 

Excellent Employee Benefits Package

Generous vacation and sick leave.  Affordable health, dental, and vision insurances.  Retirement plan.  And more. 

 

The University of New Orleans is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.


 


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A Commitment to New Orleans and Beyond

Since its founding, UNO has been committed to diversity and inclusion. In 1958, the University of New Orleans opened its doors as the first fully integrated public university in the South. For nearly 60 years, we have not strayed from that vision. The University has educated students from all 64 Louisiana parishes, all 50 states, and more than 130 countries, bringing together a variety of talented and motivated students so that they may learn, interact and pursue their career goals.   

The University of New Orleans is a major business driver in metro New Orleans, generating a total economic impact of $470.5 million for metropolitan New Orleans in the 2014-15 fiscal year. As a global community asset, we offer a wide array of relevant, undergraduate and graduate academic programs and world-class research opportunities. We proudly contribute to the industry, culture and economy of the New Orleans region and beyond.   

Nationally Ranked   

Our students come here for a number of reasons, but on the top of that list is the high quality education we provide. We're proud to be named one of the nation's best colleges by The Princeton Review, Forbes, U.S. News & World Report and one of the top 1,000 universities in the world by the Center for World University Rankings. We are also classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a Doctoral University with Higher Research Activity, one of only two in the state of Louisiana. The University's rankings are a testament to the students we attract and the quality of our faculty.