Donor Relations Associate – Advancement Services
Gustavus Adolphus College invites applications for a full time Donor Relations Associate in the Office of Advancement Services. The Donor Relations Associate will plan and implement an expanded program of stewardship programs and recognition for donors, which will strengthen the relationship between donors, prospective donors, the President, and the Advancement staff in order to achieve fund-raising goals. The Donor Relations Associate will take the lead in developing, implementing, and maintaining programs, procedures, events, and materials that assure accurate, timely, and appropriate interaction between Gustavus Adolphus College and its donors and prospective donors regarding issues of college advancement.
QUALIFICATIONS:
” Bachelor’s degree required in a related field.
” Experience with and commitment to the mission of a church-related liberal arts college.
” Knowledge of and experience in advancement and alumni/constituent relations operations.
” Gift recognition and stewardship principles and practices.
” Basic understanding and experience with fund raising.
” Experience in planning upscale events.
” Demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple projects creatively and flexibly.
” Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
” Strategic and annual planning.
” Research skills.
” Attention to accuracy and detail.
” Ability to create and maintain positive relationships with major donors, prospects, and colleagues.
” Capacity to maintain high levels of confidentiality.
” Desire to progressively become more involved in face to face major donor cultivation and solicitation.
” Ability to travel and work evenings and weekends as needed.
” Effective working both independently and collegially.
” Focus on priorities, meet deadlines, and achieve established fund raising goals.
” Knowledge of Gustavus Adolphus College constituents is also beneficial.
” Operation of a computer, applicable software, and a variety of office technology.
Please submit letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references to: Director of Human Resources, Gustavus Adolphus College, St Peter, MN 56082. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
