University of California-Berkeley Looking for Assistant Director of Donor Relations (7546U) Full Time

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A member of the Social Science Dean’s office development team, focused on alumni relations, development, and developing long term relationships with donors and volunteers.

The First Review Date for this job is: 12/29/2022.

• Oversees communications and engagements related to structural donor programs and strategies as designated by the Asst. Dean, involving academic partners, alumni, students and senior leadership.
• Acts as strategic partner in directing donor involvement in line with divisional priorities.
• Oversee collateral and meeting/program material related to leadership donor and volunteer programs.
• As a member of the development team, continuously improve and develop processes that support the donor experience at the highest level.
• Inform maintenance of records related to donor and volunteer programs, advisory boards, and a historical record of materials and collateral to inform future use and progression.
• Assist in preparing for and managing donor and volunteer program events including meetings and events with a special focus on the leadership donor experience.
• As a member of a high performing development team, works directly with donors and volunteer leaders to advance relationships based on their service and philanthropy.
• Inform proposal/solicitation development through knowledge of donors and volunteer programs, academic areas, and divisional priorities.
• Handles special projects/assignments involving direct interaction with alumni volunteer leaders and donors.

• Working knowledge or transferable knowledge/experience in fundraising and campaigns, donor relations, relationship development, giving cycles, and public relations concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques.
• Working knowledge of and/or can quickly learn applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, etc. Training provided.
• Good written and interpersonal communication skills to support the donor experience and expected levels of professionalism.
• Superior organizational skills, ability to handle multiple projects, and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Skills in maintaining confidentiality and exercising discretion.
• Working knowledge of and/or can quickly learn the google software suite, spreadsheets, crm’s and databases. Training available.
• Flexible, transferable skills/experience welcome.

• Working knowledge of UC Berkeley, its vision, mission, goals, objectives, achievements and infrastructure.

This is a 100% full-time (40 hrs a week) non-exempt career position, which is paid bi-weekly and eligible for full UC Benefits. Hourly pay for this role is commensurate with experience within the range of $32.09 – $44.59.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

• This is not a visa opportunity.

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

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