"Senior Director of Board Relations"

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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.

Georgia State University Foundation, Inc.

At the Georgia State University Foundation, we approach our work with passion to be excellent, to positively impact the University's donors on all levels, and to find innovative ways to ensure that we uphold the mission of the University. The foundation is registered to solicit charitable contributions with appropriate state governing authorities. By Supporting GSU's mission through these contributions, the Foundation works with the rest of the University Advancement to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors.

These are exciting times at the University Advancement. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to identify, cultivate, and steward donors.

Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do but because it makes us a stronger team.

University Advancement is seeking (1) Senior Director of Board Relations (Working Title: GSU Foundation Senior Director of Board Relations) to join the already incredible team taking Georgia State University to the next level of excellence!

WHAT MAKES UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT A GREAT PLACE?

• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with cross-campus and external partners
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Job Summary

The Senior Director of Board Relations and GSU Foundation Senior Director of Board Relations is responsible for providing executive-level administrative and strategic support to the Georgia State University Foundation (GSUF) Board, its full body, special committees, and special groups. The GSUF consists of seven (7) committees: Executive, Audit, Development, Finance, Investment, Nomination and Governance, and Real Estate; two (2) special committees: Women's Philanthropy Network & Strategic Planning; and two (2) groups: GSUF Emeriti and the Alumni Association President. This role serves as the primary liaison between the Board, executive university leadership, and key stakeholders, ensuring efficient governance processes and effective communication.

The Senior Director is responsible for leading, directing, delegating, and assisting with all projects, including matters involving university officials and other university stakeholders as assigned. This position reports to the Vice President for Advancement and President of the GSU Foundation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all Georgia State University Foundation Board of Trustees' activities and create experiences for activities related to the board. In concert with the board chair or committee chairs; and president of the GSU Foundation craft the meeting content, build a calendar two years out, and ensure compliance with governance policies.
• Organize Board executive meetings, retreats, and special events, ensuring all logistics, materials, and follow-ups are executed efficiently.
• Scout and select venues for meetings, activities, and retreats. Negotiate contracts and seek approval from university Legal and the President of the GSU Foundation.
• Serve as the principal liaison between the Board, executive leadership, and key stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication and operational alignment.
• Oversee and coordinate project management efforts and special initiatives assigned by the Board or executive leadership.
• Work closely with top-level executives, including the President, CEO, and senior leadership team, to align Board initiatives with institutional goals, provide strategic input, and facilitate executive decision-making processes.
• In concert with Advancement leadership, develop engagement plans to keep board members connected, informed, and provide experiences connected to their passion. Engagement experiences will require work with deans, research, and other executive leadership to match individuals with their passion. Work collaboratively with development gift officers to support Board-related giving initiatives and philanthropic efforts.
• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. It is understood that the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties if requested by the supervisor. Job descriptions are reviewed periodically and may be revised if deemed necessary.
• Individuals will also be required to work some nights and weekends, when necessary, travel (via plane, train, or car) at least 15% of the time within and outside of the state of Georgia.

Qualifications :

Minimum Hiring Standards

• Bachelor's degree and seven years of related supervisory/management experience; or a combination of education and related experience