Assistant Director of Development
Athletics Department
Georgia State University
Georgia State University is a Division I institution and member of
the Sun Belt Conference. On a campus without boundaries, the
Department of Athletics fosters a Culture of Success through
Academic Achievement, Competitive Greatness, Ethical Behavior,
Social Responsibility, and Community Engagement that educates and
transforms a diverse group of talented student-athletes into future
leaders.
The
Athletics Department at Georgia State University is
seeking to hire an
Assistant Director of Development . This
position will lead and drive the overall strategy for engagement
and community building as part of an integrated external relations
team. This includes full responsibility for the development,
implementation, and assessment of programs, events, and services
designed to increase donor engagement with the Athletics
department.
WHAT MAKES GSU A GREAT PLACE?
- Flexible work environment.
- Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition
assistance, retirement, etc.
A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively
with diverse partners.
Professional development opportunity and mentorship.
A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.
WHAT WILL YOU DO:
The Assistant Director of Development manages and implements an
annual fundraising campaign for the Athletics department.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Manages and implements an annual fundraising campaign for the
Athletics department. Annual fundraising campaign includes the
creation and implementation of direct mail solicitations, managing
the phone-a-thon programs, and Athletics' role in Georgia State's
Giving Day.
- Develops and manages a portfolio of major and minor gift
prospects through the entire cycle of fundraising (identification,
qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship).
- Establishes a core group of volunteers and oversees the
performance and engagement of those volunteers - Panther Athletic
Club Board.
- Staffs all Athletics' Development engagement programs and
regional events as needed and undertakes special assignments within
Athletics as requested.
- Works collaboratively with the Athletic Administrative Staff
and Coaches, and University Advancement colleagues in support of
fundraising initiatives. Utilizes appropriate University
Advancement metrics and reporting processes. Monitors and
objectively evaluates all fundraising appeals from the Athletics'
Development department.
Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree and one year of related experience; or a
combination of education and experience