Program Specialist for Corporate Engagement

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Project & Program Management:

• Serve as a consultant, program manager, or project manager for assigned corporate engagement initiatives, aligning efforts with athletics, academic affairs, and advancement with the university's strategic goals.
• Support the development, delivery, and promotion of engagement initiatives and events.
• Assist with fund development and manage pre- or post-investment administration, as appropriate.
• Oversee administrative and operational processes related to corporate engagement programs.
• Ensure program/project accountability through the development, maintenance, and monitoring of project databases, schedules, and reports.
• Provide additional project support and perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.
• Collaborate and support on-campus corporate visits, meetings, and special events that strengthen external partnerships.

Fund Development & Communications Responsibilities:

• Prepare proposals utilizing graphic design software and writing skills to secure funding through a variety of revenue sources, including individuals, corporations, and foundations.
• Provide fundraising support to gift officers pursuing donations from corporations.
• Prepare key administrative leaders and volunteers to interact with prospects and donors through the development of briefings, materials, and presentations needed to coordinate successful cultivation and solicitation of donors.
• Lead the development and production of proposals that align with donors' interests and University priorities, collaborating with members of the team in the solicitation of corporations.
• Collaborate in the development of materials for campaigns and special projects with University Advancement Communications, Academic Affairs, and other University partners.
• Assist with the implementation of comprehensive corporate fundraising strategies.
• Prepare and submit written progress, compliance, and annual reports in accordance with funding agreement requirements.
• Lead the collection and submission of required reports, working closely with faculty and staff to gather relevant data and updates.

Donor & Corporate Partner Relations:

• Support the Executive Director in cultivating and maintaining effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external corporate and foundation partners.
• Collaborate with the Corporate Engagement and University Development teams to identify faculty, programs, or initiatives that align with corporate and foundation interests.
• Coordinate stewardship efforts for corporate donors in partnership with Donor Relations, Special Projects, Athletics, Research, and Academic Affairs.
• Proactively identify and address partner needs, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and opportunities for collaboration.
• Coordinate logistical support for funding-related program activities, including receptions, symposiums, and campus visits.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and ethics of fundraising and gift administration.

Other Work/Responsibilities:

• Participates and/or assists in special projects and performs administrative duties, as assigned.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Outstanding writing ability.
• Graphic design (Canva, other).

Minimum Experience / Education:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Two years of project management, preferably in a high-volume office.

Preferred Education Skills and Experience:

• Experience with graphic design software (Canva or others), communications, marketing, and social media.
• Experience in higher education institutional advancement or non-profit operations.
• Goal-oriented self-starter with high-attention to detail.
• Computer literacy and competency with donor databases, Salesforce or other CRM systems, Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud products, Microsoft and Google suite of software products, project management software, and a willingness to learn new systems.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and outstanding writing ability, including the drafting and editing of communications for multiple audiences.

Posted: 15-Mar-26

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina

Internal Number: 66946

Position Number: 000166

Department: University Advancement VC (Adm)

Employment Type: Time Limited - Full-time

Months Per Year: 12