Associate Director of Donor Engagement Events - Williamsburg, VA, United States - William & Mary

Description

Associate Director of Donor Engagement Events

Employment Category:
Full Time Operational


Department:
University Advancement


Unit Mission Statement:

We create the conditions for opportunity – human, financial & experiential – by garnering and stewarding the resources that advance William & Mary.

Position Summary:

The Associate Director of Donor Engagement Events is an integral member of the Strategic Events team in University Marketing at William & Mary.

The Strategic Events team creates event experiences for university constituent populations to engage, cultivate and educate alumni, friends and donors in support of the university's engagement strategies.

University Marketing includes all William & Mary efforts to develop and execute marketing programs and campaigns that increase brand identity, perception and awareness across three core areas — enrollment, advancement and institutional reputation.

William & Mary's ability to flourish and advance as a preeminent university depends largely on our ability to drive competitive application and enrollment metrics, ensure long-term financial sustainability and raise W&M's profile on a national and global scale.

The Associate Director reports to the Senior Director of Advancement Events and is responsible for events and event programming across the university to build and sustain a culture of engagement and philanthropy for the entire William & Mary constituent community.

In partnership with the alumni engagement team and working independently and collaboratively with colleagues in University Marketing, University Advancement and across campus, the Associate Director is directly responsible for event management and programming, as well as marketing and messaging for events and event programming.

Events in the Associate Director's event portfolio include both Homecoming & Reunion Weekend and Traditions Weekend.

The successful Associate Director of Donor Engagement Events will be an innovator who will foster a culture of belonging that embraces all people and perspectives.

This is a hybrid position based in Williamsburg, Virginia, that offers a flexible work environment.

Please review the full position description with all job duties under the "Featured Job Opportunities" on the University Advancement recruitment website: This position may require additional hours beyond the typical work day/week to include evenings and weekends.

Must have flexibility to travel, and ability to use one's own reliable personal transportation as required.
Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education, training and or experience.

Experience in event planning or coordination to create comprehensive event timelines from conception through follow-up in a for-profit or nonprofit environment (typically, 2+ years).

Knowledge of event marketing through both conventional and new, unconventional methods.

Outstanding interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, with the proven ability to work collaboratively as a team player as well as develop and foster communication and teamwork with a diverse audience including alumni, donors, faculty, staff, students and the University community.

Demonstrated proficiency with a variety of software applications, including MS Office, and a variety of databases and web-based applications.

Experience working with VIPs such as elected officials, celebrities, or affluent visitors

Demonstrated skills using online event registration systems as well as experience with Blackbaud, Salesforce or other Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.

Experience leading on-site management of events and resolving staffing and logistical and other on-site issues.
Hybrid (works remotely at least 1 day per week but not full-time)

Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor's ability to manage remote workers.

William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).

Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule.

All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community.

Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university.

The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.