Student Donor Engagement Officer

Kansas University Endowment Association•Lawrence, KS

5d•Onsite

About The Position

KU Endowment, the official fundraising foundation for the University of Kansas, is seeking a Student Donor Engagement Officer to help communicate the impact of philanthropy through digital content, creative storytelling, and donor connections. The role is part of the Donor Engagement Team and contributes to donor engagement and fundraising initiatives in collaboration with KU Endowment colleagues and the University of Kansas. The position is open to students currently enrolled as undergraduate or graduate students at KU. It is part-time, with a schedule of 19 hours or fewer per week during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, at KU Endowment’s Lawrence office. Employment is evaluated at the end of each 16-week semester and may be extended by mutual agreement; summer employment may also be considered. The employee is expected to embrace and demonstrate KU Endowment’s core values of collaboration, curiosity, empowerment, and excellence.

Requirements

Must be enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at the University of Kansas.
Ability to establish and maintain professional and effective working relationships inside and outside KU Endowment.
Ability to adapt to new procedures and technology.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Valid driver’s license.
Access to reliable transportation for travel between locations for training, donor meetings, networking, events, and work-related activities.
Ability to respond quickly and effectively to directions and safety hazards.
Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and the general public.
Ability to perform occasional filing-related activities, including moving files, opening filing cabinets, and bending or standing as necessary.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Strong writing and editing skills.
Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in crafting engaging and impactful content using digital platforms.

Responsibilities

Create engaging content for various digital platforms that communicates the impact of philanthropy at the University of Kansas.
Manage and execute monthly donor engagement projects, providing timely and personalized communications to encourage donor support.
Collaborate with Mass Engagement and One-to-One Engagement team members on initiatives to develop donor relationships and increase acquisition and retention.
Assist with strategies to acquire new donors, including targeted appeals and personalized stewardship approaches.
Cultivate donor relationships through digital channels by responding to inquiries, acknowledging contributions, and expressing gratitude.
Coordinate with cross-functional colleagues on donor engagement and fundraising projects and initiatives.
Keep informed about trends and best practices in digital engagement, philanthropy, and higher education advancement, and apply relevant knowledge to donor engagement strategies.
Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and other departmental activities in support of the Donor Engagement department and University mission.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.