Assistant Director, Development and Alumni Engagement - Athletics

Vanderbilt University-posted about 1 year ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Nashville, TN
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The Assistant Director, Development and Alumni Engagement is a vital member of the Athletics Development team at Vanderbilt University, focusing on securing philanthropic gifts, enhancing alumni engagement, and expanding annual giving programs. This role involves soliciting significant gifts to benefit the university and increasing engagement with former student-athletes through the Black & Gold Club.

  • Conduct 100+ visits annually with prospects capable of making annual gifts and pledges of $25,000+
  • Communicate results of prospect visits to appropriate personnel, emphasizing major donor prospect identification
  • Qualify 4-8 major donor prospects each year
  • Support retention and increased giving of current leadership donors
  • Serve as a Vanderbilt Athletics brand ambassador to student-athlete alumni for assigned sports
  • Collaborate with the communications team to develop and implement a comprehensive communications plan for assigned sports
  • Plan, promote, and execute student-athlete alumni events for assigned sports
  • Manage volunteer communities for assigned sports to increase alumni participation and engagement
  • Cultivate relationships with alumni through activities such as birthday cards, care packages, and thank you gifts
  • Maintain alumni lists, volunteer lists, event calendars, timelines & event attendance
  • Assist with ad hoc data analysis, reports, and requests such as alumni and donor lists
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Two years of development or relevant experience
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills suitable for exercising appropriate discretion and demeanor
  • Ability to solicit gifts of $25,000 and larger
  • Experience with trip planning and scheduling appointments
  • Ability to use current computer technology, such as Windows, Excel, Word, and donor management systems
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
  • Two or more years of experience in development or alumni relations preferred
  • Experience with direct donor contact
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Health insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Employee discount programs
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