Development Coordinator - College of Veterinary Medicine

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION • Ames, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join the Iowa State University Foundation in our mission to engage our community, inspire philanthropy, and steward resources to advance Iowa State University and its impact on Iowa and the world. We are seeking an organized, proactive, and service-oriented individual to join our development team. As development coordinator for the College of Veterinary Medicine development team, you will deliver administrative and operational support in outreach, engagement, and philanthropy that supports animal-related higher education, healthcare, and research at Iowa State University.

Requirements

• 5-6 years of work experience related to employment area. Education may be substituted for years of work experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be adaptable, flexible, and self-directed.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new software.
• Must be able to handle several activities simultaneously with attention to detail and adherence to deadlines and accuracy.
• Must adhere to strict confidentiality standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the coordination of donor calls within the unit and with corresponding ISU Foundation teams. This includes researching and outlining call objectives for all participants.
• Collaborate with development officers on donor engagement strategies and assist with the coordination, implementation and follow-up of those strategies.
• Research and prepare financial reports for distribution within the college and the foundation.
• Provide day-to-day administrative support for the development team, anticipating routine needs and taking initiative on appropriate tasks and follow-up, including coordinating calendars and travel, scheduling appointments, do research for and support team and campus meetings, maintain supplies, and manage office operations.
• Prepare and submit data query requests, various agreements and forms, and complete data entry in the customer relationship management software (CRM).
• Assist with the departmental budget process, process payments and reimbursements, and reconciliation.
• Work closely with college faculty and staff to help develop effective communications and strategic fundraising activities.
• Assist with donor engagement and outreach activities, including campus visits, college and hospital tours, donor events, stewardship activities and special initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed