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About University Advancement
Georgia State University Advancement works to further Georgia State’s status as a national leader in student success, research and innovation, and cultural impact. By connecting with alumni, engaging donors, and increasing philanthropic support for students and scholars, we’re helping to transform lives and build our global community. The University Advancement Division furthers the university and its mission through several departments, including Development, Corporate & Foundation Relations, Alumni Relations, and the Georgia State University Foundation.
Job Summary Reporting to the Director of Donor Relations, the Assistant Director of Donor Relations plays a key role in delivering high‑touch donor experiences through both university‑wide and program‑specific stewardship events. This position is ideal for a collaborative and enthusiastic professional who is passionate about building meaningful donor engagement programs that deepen the connection between Georgia State University and its supporters.
Job Duties Event Management
Plan and execute high‑impact donor events, including those for the university’s premier donor group, the Presidents Society.
Serve as the lead coordinator for all Donor Relations events, overseeing planning, task delegation, and execution.
Collaborate with the Director to manage event budgets, generate financial reports, and share post‑event metrics with Advancement leadership.
Maintain a comprehensive annual events calendar, detailed work plans, and project timelines.
Coordinate with designers, printers, and leadership to craft compelling event messaging and distribute invitations.
Conduct thorough post‑event follow‑up, including staff debriefs, data entry, attendee correspondence, and vendor invoice finalization.
Management & Collaboration
Hire, train, and supervise Donor Relations student assistants, providing guidance and performance feedback.
Partner with campus stakeholders to implement donor stewardship strategies and evaluate outcomes.
Communicate regularly with internal teams to align donor engagement goals and ensure consistent execution.
Other
Serve as a thoughtful, collaborative, and accountable team member committed to ethical standards and the Donor Bill of Rights, civility, and a welcoming community.
This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive; additional reasonably related business duties may be requested by the supervisor.
Individuals will also be required to work some nights and weekends, when necessary, and travel (by plane, train, or car) at least 15% of the time within and outside the state of Georgia.
Qualifications Minimum Hiring Standards
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and three years of supervisory/management experience; or a combination of education and related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge and/or prior use of fundraising and donor management software like UCI Ascend, Salesforce, or similar software.
Experience in higher education and/or nonprofit organization events management.
Familiarity with software like Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Qualtrics, Blackthorn, MS Office Suite, and event promotion sites.
Entrepreneurial spirit and positive attitude to implement new strategies and meet ambitious goals.
Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies, including C‑Suite executives, university administrators, faculty, and others.
College/Business Unit: University Advancement
Location: Atlanta Campus
Job Posting: 12/10/25, 3:26:10 PM
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Job Summary Reporting to the Director of Donor Relations, the Assistant Director of Donor Relations plays a key role in delivering high‑touch donor experiences through both university‑wide and program‑specific stewardship events. This position is ideal for a collaborative and enthusiastic professional who is passionate about building meaningful donor engagement programs that deepen the connection between Georgia State University and its supporters.
Job Duties Event Management
Plan and execute high‑impact donor events, including those for the university’s premier donor group, the Presidents Society.
Serve as the lead coordinator for all Donor Relations events, overseeing planning, task delegation, and execution.
Collaborate with the Director to manage event budgets, generate financial reports, and share post‑event metrics with Advancement leadership.
Maintain a comprehensive annual events calendar, detailed work plans, and project timelines.
Coordinate with designers, printers, and leadership to craft compelling event messaging and distribute invitations.
Conduct thorough post‑event follow‑up, including staff debriefs, data entry, attendee correspondence, and vendor invoice finalization.
Management & Collaboration
Hire, train, and supervise Donor Relations student assistants, providing guidance and performance feedback.
Partner with campus stakeholders to implement donor stewardship strategies and evaluate outcomes.
Communicate regularly with internal teams to align donor engagement goals and ensure consistent execution.
Other
Serve as a thoughtful, collaborative, and accountable team member committed to ethical standards and the Donor Bill of Rights, civility, and a welcoming community.
This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive; additional reasonably related business duties may be requested by the supervisor.
Individuals will also be required to work some nights and weekends, when necessary, and travel (by plane, train, or car) at least 15% of the time within and outside the state of Georgia.
Qualifications Minimum Hiring Standards
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and three years of supervisory/management experience; or a combination of education and related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge and/or prior use of fundraising and donor management software like UCI Ascend, Salesforce, or similar software.
Experience in higher education and/or nonprofit organization events management.
Familiarity with software like Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Qualtrics, Blackthorn, MS Office Suite, and event promotion sites.
Entrepreneurial spirit and positive attitude to implement new strategies and meet ambitious goals.
Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies, including C‑Suite executives, university administrators, faculty, and others.
College/Business Unit: University Advancement
Location: Atlanta Campus
Job Posting: 12/10/25, 3:26:10 PM
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