Alumni and Donor Engagement Specialist

Title: Alumni and Donor Engagement Specialist

Employee Classification: PR & Mktg Spec III

Hiring Range: commensurate with education and experience.

Agency: Virginia State University

Location: Virginia State University

Division: Vice President of External Relations

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Agency Website: www.vsu.edu

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Division of Institutional Advancement’s primary objective is raise philanthropic support which support which advances the mission of Virginia State University. The division is responsible for educating constituents regarding the University’s case for support and provides engagement, cultivation and stewardship opportunities to foster private gifts.
Responds to instructions and feedback of supervisors in a constructive manner in order to
improve personal performance. Provides day to day supervision of staff in a constructive manner in order to improve performance of each individual. Manage and oversee communications for donor and alumni engagement. Manage affinity strategies and volunteers which support signature events. Support the execution of programs/activities under the Office of Alumni Engagement.

Minimum Qualifications

The following KSA's must be met for consideration:

Demonstrated knowledge of grammar, punctuation, spelling, office procedures, basic math, and typing skills.
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, including working with the general public; Demonstrated ability to use automated equipment,
Demonstrated ability to interpret and follow oral and written instructions,
Must demonstrate the ability to collect and assemble and disassemble information; time management, stress management.
Demonstrated considerable training in Microsoft Office,
Demonstrated training in dealing with demanding people and office experience.

Additional Considerations:

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