Development Coordinator, Foundation and Corporate Relations
Development
Summary of Job Details
The Development Coordinator, Foundation and Corporate Relations ("Development Coordinator") is responsible for the following: meeting complex foundation proposal and budget deadlines; drafting gift and grant letters and proposals and other donor-facing materials and correspondence; researching foundation relations website; running and distributing regular reports and analytics regarding program progress; supporting the unit's Development Officers in their strategy meetings with faculty and colleagues to identify foundation-aligned projects on campus and to determine and complete relevant next steps; working with the Director of Corporate Relations on strategic projects; under supervision of Sr. Director, designing and implementing communications plan and procedures for foundation donors and prospects; managing and collaborating with the Prospect Services Team on critical foundation donor prospecting projects; managing foundation prospect tracking and moves; producing stewardship reports for donors at the direction of development officers; managing stewardship campus events for foundation donors; overseeing acknowledgement letters for foundation donors, in collaboration with Donor Relations and other development officers; partnering with other unit based analysts to ensure strong coordination with foundation prospects. Under the direction of the Sr. Director, works closely with the Prospect Services Team or others to review and analyze data as it relates to fundraising strategies for foundation prospects. Responsible for a key component of the solicitation process of major ($100K+) and principal ($1M+) foundation prospects. Works closely with central and unit-based teams on collaborative projects and related prospect issues. Under the direction of the Sr. Director, supports implementation of new systems for Development Officers on the Foundation and Corporate Relations team to manage current and prospective relationships and support tracking to personal and team goals throughout the year. The Development Coordinator, will also support all foundation donor stewardship activities in coordination with the Donor Relations & Stewardship team and others. The position also includes the processing of gifts, and miscellaneous business, administrative and office support for the unit.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training
1-3 years Strong organizational skills and unfailing attention to detail and accuracy.
Exceptional verbal, writing, comprehension and interpersonal skills that foster positive relationships with diverse populations and understanding complex and often subtle national foundation priorities and objectives.
Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Word, Excel, Google Suite and demonstrated ability to quickly learn various software programs and application portals.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team and to maintain strict confidentiality in all aspects of work.
Special Conditions of Employment
Satisfactory criminal historybackground check
May be called upon to work occasional weekends at various Development Office, Institutional Advancement or campus-wide events.
UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment.
Days/Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:00am-5:00pm
UC Santa Barbara is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.
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Application review begins 9/27/24
Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu
Job #72919