Associate Dir, Parent and Family Program / Development Officer II

Company: MSU - Michigan State University
Location: East Lansing
Posted on: March 11, 2023

Job Description:

Associate Dir, Parent and Family Program / Development Officer II AddThis Sharing Buttons Share to WhatsApp Share to LinkedIn Share to Email App Share to Copy Link Back to search results Apply now Job no: 848498
Work type: Support Staff
Pay Grade: 14
Major Administrative Unit / College: University Advancement
Department: Individual Giving 40001226
Sub Area: AP- Professionals
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Administrative/Business/Professional, PR/Media/Graphics/Comm/Fund Raising, Administrative Professionals- AP, Full Time (90-100%), Union, Remote-Friendly
Working/Functional TitleAssociate Dir, Parent and Family ProgramPosition SummaryBASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY - JOB SUMMARYMichigan State University is seeking a seasoned, independent-working, motivated advancement professional to plan, implement, and continually enhance a comprehensive university advancement parent and family program. The purpose of this program is to grow the number of parents and families giving to MSU and increase the depth of that giving. This focuses on engaging Spartan parents and families with the university and with each other; to strengthen the MSU relationship with parents and families; and to encourage their philanthropic support. -CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe duties of the Associate Director of the Parent and Family Program are as follows but not limited to:Portfolio Management / Fundraising:

• Manage a portfolio of 100 parent and family prospects, with a particular focus on non-alumni parents.
• Research selected parents and families to identify, develop strategy for, and cultivate potential planned and major gifts.
• Coordinate with constituency-based development officers, regional major gift officers, and gift planning advisors in the discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major gift parent prospects likely to support specific university programs and activities.
• Develop proposals and gift agreements and coordinate with University Development staff to major gift parent and family prospects.
• Maintain records and resource materials to assist in the cultivation of major gift parent and family prospects interested in support of university programs and activities.
• Plan and host campus visits for major gift prospects with faculty and university leadership as part of the strategic cultivation plan when required.Program Management and Collaboration:
  • Work with Data Analytics and other university departments to acquire accurate and timely data from SIS in order to broadly research, personally engage, and appropriately code prospects in Advance/Ascend.
  • Educate University Advancement colleagues on program purpose, goals, and opportunities for collaboration.
  • Maintain, identify, engage, and steward the Parent and Family Ambassador Council members and their philanthropic support.
  • Partner and participate in the annual MSU Parent and Family Weekend on campus in ways that will increase audience awareness for philanthropic support.
  • Execute engagement events (virtually and in-person) in our major metro regions identifying potential parent and family prospects.
  • Create communication strategy for providing information and to further build the parent network. -
  • Develop promotional materials, transmittal letters, and other supportive material required for discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of Parent and Family audiences.
  • Serve as a vital member of the Special Constituencies team to support the Senior Director of Individual Giving.SUPERVISION RECEIVED
    • Direction received from the Senior Director of Individual GivingUnit Specific Education/Experience/SkillsKnowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing and/or Business; three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in public relations, volunteer administration, professional, and higher education fund raising, marketing, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Desired Qualifications
      • A Bachelor's degree, master's degree preferred.
      • Excellent writing and verbal communication skills. -
      • Proficiency in Microsoft Suite of tools.
      • Fundraising experience or experience in donor related work at an institution of higher learning.
      • Ability to speak in public and small group environment.
      • Collaborative and team-oriented working style and excellent interpersonal skills.
      • Strong work ethic.
      • Experience with "Moves Management" or related strategic relationship development techniques and practices. Understanding of database/audience segmentation and donor continuum.
      • Creativity, curiosity, sense of humor, high energy level, and enthusiasm for meeting and working with a wide range of individuals.
      • Understanding the importance of building life-long relationships between the university and its alumni and friends.
      • Experience working with diverse individuals.
      • Professional appearance and demeanor.
      • Self-starter, with demonstrated ability to take initiative. -
      • Good decision-making skills, tactful, strong listening skills, willingness to search out answers, ability to recognize when others need to be involved in activities or decisions.
      • Proven skills and ability in managing multi-phase projects from inception to completion, including building consensus among team members and balancing multiple concurrent priorities.
      • Limited travel involving automobile, airlines and rail; must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.Required Application MaterialsResume and cover letterSpecial InstructionsHOW TO APPLYIf you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Pat Karam, Director of Recruitment at karampat@msu.edu .Candidates must submit an application and resume through the Michigan State University Human Resources web-based system, the URL for this website is careers.msu.edu. Please indicate the position number 848498 when submitting your application.Work Hours8 - 5 with some evenings and weekendsWebsitehttps://advancement.msu.edu/Remote Work StatementMSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.Bidding eligibility ends on 3/7/23 at 11:55 PM Advertised: Mar 1, 2023 Eastern Standard Time
        Applications close: Mar 30, 2023 Eastern Daylight TimeBack to search results Apply now Refer a friend

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