Associate Director, Donor Events and Special Experiences - Hadley, MA, United States - University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation

Description

About University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation

Established in 2003, the University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation (UMAF), a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, exists to raise philanthropic funds in support of the University of Massachusetts Amherst's mission and highest aspirations.

Located on the Amherst campus and wholly dedicated to supporting the University's mission, UMAF is a separately governed nonprofit organization with its own health, wellness, and retirement benefits.

UMAF serves the University of Massachusetts Amherst community by serving as a best practices resource for fundraising strategy and implementation.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Special Events and Experiences, the Associate Director will plan and execute events and experiences to engage the university's top donors.

They will collaborate and support UMass Foundation colleagues in developing programming to expand and support their strategic donor engagement objectives and assist with developing annual program plans.

Our ideal candidate has successfully held a high-volume programmatic oversight with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities, including managing concurrent, high-profile events


Location :

This is a full-time hybrid position and is open to employees in select US states: Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire.

EVENTS AND EXPERIENCES (60%)

~ Plan and execute events and experiences as assigned: develop assigned events and experiences in accordance with key divisional priorities; Plan and execute the logistics for high-touch events that engage the university's top donors – intimate dinners; other memorable, bespoke events.

~ Strengthen partnerships and facilitate cross-collaborative efforts with all stakeholders for multi-unit programs.

~ Develop and introduce creative and innovative regional engagement opportunities for all constituents and VIP donor experiences specific to the region, providing framework for campus and Foundation leadership to connect with their respective prospects and other engaged alumni.

~ Plan, manage, coordinate all logistics of assigned events related to regional receptions featuring Chancellor or UMass Leadership for all alumni, parents, and friends of the university.

~ In select regions, plan, manage, and coordinate an invitation only pre-event VIP experience showcasing the university's initiatives and groundbreaking research, intertwined with how philanthropy impacts student success and the university's trajectory, or a post-event dinner .

Advise and support all Schools, Colleges and Units with the identification and stewardship of prominent alumni, donors, and prospects; develop strategies for meaningful engagement and create content for regional alumni and donor engagement programs.

~ develop strategies for meaningful engagement and create content for regional alumni and donor engagement programs.

~ Strengthen partnerships and facilitate cross-collaborative efforts with all stakeholders for multi-unit programs in support of enhanced donor experiences and special events .

~ Leverage participation of regionally based alumni making a difference in their community to showcase the impact of UMass in the world.

Partner with the Senior Director, Donor Experience and Special Events to support chancellor hosted events, UMass Alumni Honors, other bespoke alumni and donor engagement programs.

~ Utilize key metrics and reports to evaluate effectiveness of outreach and engagement initiatives and to demonstrate associated return on financial investment.

~ Represent the Foundation and Advancement team at events and support other efforts as assigned .

UMAF is building and growing, and this position will support those efforts with other duties and projects as assigned from time to time.

Four years of relevant and progressively responsible experience with managing and implementing events and programs in the fields of alumni, d onor relations , or corporate event planning initiatives
Ability to collaborate with others while exhibiting a high level of creative energy.
Detail-oriented project manager with a keen eye for detail and accuracy, and able to handle multiple competing priorities.
Ability to collaborate with others while exhibiting a high level of creative energy.
Experience using CRM and project management platforms.
Hybrid position with in-office days as needed based on assigned events and pre-event requirements
Possess a valid driver's license and be able to travel and work evenings and weekends.
Bachelor's degree required

Note:
We're passionate about building a diverse team. 20 vacation days, 12 holidays, 12 sick days, 5 personal days, and 2 office closure days.
~4-day summer work week.
~Health insurance packages for medical, dental, and vision.
~Part-time work for full-time pay for the first 4 weeks post parental leave.
~ DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

At the UMass Amherst Foundation, we understand the value that diversity, equity, and inclusion bring to our workplace, our constituents, and our community.

We welcome and value diversity in all its forms and recognize that a diverse and inclusive team strengthens our work and advances our mission.

religious and political beliefs; and socioeconomic and veteran status are valued, respected, and included at every level.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact -foundation.

UMAF is committed to building a team with these shared values:

We focus on the needs of others above ourselves and support our colleagues when they need help.

Questions regarding the position or anything else related to careers with UMAF may be directed to the People & Culture team at -foundation.