Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association
Development Program Manager, Corporate and Foundation Relations
Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association, Madison, Wisconsin, us, 53774
Development Program Manager, Corporate and Foundation Relations
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Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA), the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking to hire a Development Program Manager, Corporate and Foundation Relations professional. Join our team as a key player in managing donor and campus relationships, developing and executing strategic plans, and overseeing stewardship activities. The Development Program Manager will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to advance Corporate and Foundation Relations priorities, support grant submissions, and coordinate high-level donor visits and VIP events. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are committed to excellence in customer service and strategic planning, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact. This position requires significant self-directed work as well as demonstration of independent judgment in managing projects, prioritizing responsibilities and time, and communicating progress to team members. This position is part of a dynamic, fast-paced development team and requires a high level of organizational oversight and leadership to achieve team project goals and objectives. Who is WFAA? The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association is a private, nonprofit corporation that encourages individuals and organizations to make gifts to the university and to connect with the UW. Diversity And Inclusion Just as the university community benefits from differing viewpoints, perspectives, and experiences, inclusion and diversity are imperative for the success of our mission. WFAA values people and the differences that they bring to the organization, and creates an environment in which all staff members and constituents feel respected and have opportunities to thrive. Essential Functions
Donor and Campus Relationship Management:
Serve as primary liaison to the Office of Business Engagement and the Department of Research and Sponsored Programs within the Office of Vice Chancellor for Research. Prioritize and respond to all requests, proposals, and issues with the goals of building mutually beneficial relationships, improving communication and collaborative teamwork, and increasing campus understanding of the development process. Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and campus inquiries about policies and procedures at WFAA. Coordinate with WFAA teams such as Business Intelligence and Prospect Development to compile data that informs high-level strategic planning, donor recognition, and stewardship activities. Collaborate with campus units and internal teams on donor visits to campus, including on-site logistics, greeting and hosting guests, and responding to miscellaneous needs as they arise. Strategy Development, Planning, And Project Execution
Work in active partnership with internal and campus leadership to plan, implement, and evaluate strategies, initiatives, and projects designed to advance Corporate and Foundation Relations priorities and goals. Provide support for grant submissions, including research, timeline tracking, outreach, etc. Create and implement consistent standards of practices and procedures that provide exemplary customer service to donors and campus partners. Provide stakeholders with materials as requested in preparation for top-tier donor visits. Serve as unit CRM subject matter expert for internal colleagues, and interface with the Business Intelligence and Development teams to maintain accurate records. Stewardship
Proactively develop stewardship recommendations and execute stewardship touchpoints such as meetings, events, reports, and messages of thanks. Collaborate with stewardship workgroups within the unit and WFAA to review and assess unit stewardship activities and implement new opportunities for growth, meaningful donor engagement, and impact reporting. Provide oversight and coordination of all aspects of VIP events as needed, including securing venues, planning menus, developing and tracking invitation lists, staffing at event, etc. Qualifications
Required Qualifications : Bachelor’s degree is preferred or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. 3 + years of relevant professional work experience; non-profit or fund-raising environment preferred. High degree of proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint). Experience in database reporting and constituent relationship management software. The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Development Program Manager, Corporate and Foundation Relations
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Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA), the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking to hire a Development Program Manager, Corporate and Foundation Relations professional. Join our team as a key player in managing donor and campus relationships, developing and executing strategic plans, and overseeing stewardship activities. The Development Program Manager will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to advance Corporate and Foundation Relations priorities, support grant submissions, and coordinate high-level donor visits and VIP events. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are committed to excellence in customer service and strategic planning, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact. This position requires significant self-directed work as well as demonstration of independent judgment in managing projects, prioritizing responsibilities and time, and communicating progress to team members. This position is part of a dynamic, fast-paced development team and requires a high level of organizational oversight and leadership to achieve team project goals and objectives. Who is WFAA? The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association is a private, nonprofit corporation that encourages individuals and organizations to make gifts to the university and to connect with the UW. Diversity And Inclusion Just as the university community benefits from differing viewpoints, perspectives, and experiences, inclusion and diversity are imperative for the success of our mission. WFAA values people and the differences that they bring to the organization, and creates an environment in which all staff members and constituents feel respected and have opportunities to thrive. Essential Functions
Donor and Campus Relationship Management:
Serve as primary liaison to the Office of Business Engagement and the Department of Research and Sponsored Programs within the Office of Vice Chancellor for Research. Prioritize and respond to all requests, proposals, and issues with the goals of building mutually beneficial relationships, improving communication and collaborative teamwork, and increasing campus understanding of the development process. Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and campus inquiries about policies and procedures at WFAA. Coordinate with WFAA teams such as Business Intelligence and Prospect Development to compile data that informs high-level strategic planning, donor recognition, and stewardship activities. Collaborate with campus units and internal teams on donor visits to campus, including on-site logistics, greeting and hosting guests, and responding to miscellaneous needs as they arise. Strategy Development, Planning, And Project Execution
Work in active partnership with internal and campus leadership to plan, implement, and evaluate strategies, initiatives, and projects designed to advance Corporate and Foundation Relations priorities and goals. Provide support for grant submissions, including research, timeline tracking, outreach, etc. Create and implement consistent standards of practices and procedures that provide exemplary customer service to donors and campus partners. Provide stakeholders with materials as requested in preparation for top-tier donor visits. Serve as unit CRM subject matter expert for internal colleagues, and interface with the Business Intelligence and Development teams to maintain accurate records. Stewardship
Proactively develop stewardship recommendations and execute stewardship touchpoints such as meetings, events, reports, and messages of thanks. Collaborate with stewardship workgroups within the unit and WFAA to review and assess unit stewardship activities and implement new opportunities for growth, meaningful donor engagement, and impact reporting. Provide oversight and coordination of all aspects of VIP events as needed, including securing venues, planning menus, developing and tracking invitation lists, staffing at event, etc. Qualifications
Required Qualifications : Bachelor’s degree is preferred or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. 3 + years of relevant professional work experience; non-profit or fund-raising environment preferred. High degree of proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint). Experience in database reporting and constituent relationship management software. The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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