Program Manager of Development, University Libraries (VPUR)

University of Maryland•College Park, MD

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About The Position

The Division of University Relations seeks a highly organized, detail-oriented, creative Program Manager of Development for the University Libraries. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer\Assistant Dean of Development for University Libraries, the Program Manager, will coordinate a comprehensive constituent engagement program that includes events, programs, communications, and volunteer management, including the Libraries Advancement Council. In partnership with University Relations’ Donor Relations and Stewardship team, will implement and manage a donor relations/stewardship plan that retains and inspires donors to support Libraries to the fullest potential. This will include generative creative and compelling donor impact reports, thank you correspondence, and activity coding/reporting. The Program Manager will collaborate on the administrative functions for the Chief Development Officer, and at times, the Dean. This includes preparing meeting and event briefings, working on travel itineraries, overseeing the unit’s budget, tracking travel expenses and reimbursements, and general office duties. The Program Manager will work with the Office of Annual Giving, with feedback provided by the Chief Development Officer and Strategic Communications, to help plan and execute Giving Day/Giving Tuesday activities. As the incumbent gains familiarity with the role, there may be growth opportunity, as mutually determined by the Program Manager and Chief Development Officer, to assist with the identification, cultivation, and engagement of a small portfolio of annual gift level prospects and donors. The Division of University Relations seeks a highly organized, detail-oriented, creative Program Manager of Development for the University Libraries. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer\Assistant Dean of Development for University Libraries, the Program Manager, will coordinate a comprehensive constituent engagement program that includes events, programs, communications, and volunteer management, including the Libraries Advancement Council. In partnership with University Relations’ Donor Relations and Stewardship team, will implement and manage a donor relations/stewardship plan that retains and inspires donors to support Libraries to the fullest potential. This will include generative creative and compelling donor impact reports, thank you correspondence, and activity coding/reporting. The Program Manager will collaborate on the administrative functions for the Chief Development Officer, and at times, the Dean. This includes preparing meeting and event briefings, working on travel itineraries, overseeing the unit’s budget, tracking travel expenses and reimbursements, and general office duties. The Program Manager will work with the Office of Annual Giving, with feedback provided by the Chief Development Officer and Strategic Communications, to help plan and execute Giving Day/Giving Tuesday activities. As the incumbent gains familiarity with the role, there may be growth opportunity, as mutually determined by the Program Manager and Chief Development Officer, to assist with the identification, cultivation, and engagement of a small portfolio of annual gift level prospects and donors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Five (5) years of professional scholarship activities, gift administration, stewardship, or donor relations experience.
Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: Knowledge of donor & alumni related policies and procedures, and federal, state, and other applicable related laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.
Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.

Nice To Haves

Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational and project management skills to manage multiple deadlines, projects, contacts and details.
High degree of attention to detail.
Strong writing, editing and research skills.
Collaborative mindset and ability to interact effectively with both external and internal audiences.
Ability to think proactively and work independently, using good judgment and experience to make decisions.
Demonstrate ability to build cohesive and integrative programs and communications.
Strong computer skills including expertise in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), Google -Suite and virtual platforms such as Zoom.
Passion for, or interest in, academic research libraries.
Experience in non-profit, higher education or related fields, including fundraising/development, alumni affairs, communications, event planning and/or public relations.
Experience with email and contact management systems, such as Emma, Salesforce, Advance or Blackbaud/Fundraiser Performance Management.
Experience with email/communications software such as AlumniQ and Constant Contact.

Responsibilities

coordinate a comprehensive constituent engagement program that includes events, programs, communications, and volunteer management, including the Libraries Advancement Council
implement and manage a donor relations/stewardship plan that retains and inspires donors to support Libraries to the fullest potential
generative creative and compelling donor impact reports, thank you correspondence, and activity coding/reporting
collaborate on the administrative functions for the Chief Development Officer, and at times, the Dean
preparing meeting and event briefings, working on travel itineraries, overseeing the unit’s budget, tracking travel expenses and reimbursements, and general office duties
work with the Office of Annual Giving, with feedback provided by the Chief Development Officer and Strategic Communications, to help plan and execute Giving Day/Giving Tuesday activities
assist with the identification, cultivation, and engagement of a small portfolio of annual gift level prospects and donors