Job Description
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Director of Reunion and Volunteer Giving, the
Development Coordinator provides overall administrative and program
support to the Reunion and Volunteer Giving team in the Development
and Alumni Relations division. This position is responsible for
scheduling staff or volunteer meetings, submitting expense reports,
preparing documents and presentations, managing reunion and
volunteer data entry, and assisting with volunteer or donor
follow-up. In addition, the incumbent compiles weekly, monthly, and
ad-hoc reports regarding reunion campaign metrics, volunteer
engagement, and gift officer outcomes. The Development Coordinator
will work closely with the entire Annual Giving team, as well as
with campus partners, to achieve the goals of the reunion and
volunteer giving program.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
All interested applicants should attach a resume in the Supporting
Documents section of the application, preferably in a PDF format to
avoid any formatting issues.
Ideal Candidate Statement:
The ideal candidate is a self-starter who demonstrates
professionalism and employs excellent organizational, interpersonal
and time management skills, attention to detail, writing ability,
software expertise, and a team-centered approach to success.
Workplace Requirements:
This position is offered as a hybrid role, combining both in-office
and remote work to provide flexibility and support collaboration.
Per
Rice policy 440 , work
arrangements may be subject to change.
*Non-Exempt (hourly) positions under FLSA
are eligible for overtime.
Minimum Requirements:
- HS Diploma or equivalent
- 2+ years of experience in an administrative position, with
extensive professional interaction with all levels of staff and
leadership that are internal and external to an organization
Skills:
- Proficient computer skills and demonstrated experience with
office software and email applications
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Demonstrated success in follow-through and completing routine
tasks
- Advanced organizational skills and attention to detail
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task
Preferences:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 3+ years of related experience
- Experience in a fundraising environment in an educational or
non-profit organization
- High level of maturity and emotional intelligence with
capability of exercising good judgment
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
appropriately and tactfully
- Familiarity with fundraising database software and
recordkeeping
- Detail oriented with strong organizational skills and the
ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced
environment
- Creativity, motivation, and superior problem-solving
skills
- Experience with Blackbaud CRM or other advancement system
- Experience in a PC Windows environment
- Ability to adapt to different software applications
- Familiarity with ERP systems (Oracle, Workday, etc.)
- Experience in online accounting and transaction
vouchering
Essential Functions:
- Generates routine communications; coordinates production
(formatting, copying, etc.) and distribution of documents, such as
presentations, reports, brochures, and displays
- Plans and schedules calendar(s), resolves calendaring
conflicts, and arranges travel
- Processes and monitors financial transactions, including
resolution of discrepancies
- Performs other duties as assigned
Additional Functions:
- Manages reunion and volunteer information in OwlConnect, the
campus-wide advancement system and GiveCampus, the Development and
Alumni Relations volunteer management system
- Serves as liaison to teams within Development and Alumni
Relations and with campus partners
- Oversees special projects as assigned
- Open office environment
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