Senior Program Manager, Parent Relations and Donor Stewardship (Limited Term Position)Requisition Number: 54993Location: Boulder ColoradoEmployment Type: University StaffSchedule: Full TimePosting Close Date: 29-Feb-2024Date Posted:Job SummaryThe University of Colorado Boulder Advancement department encourages applications for a Senior Program Manager, Parent Relations and Donor Stewardship! The Senior Program Manager of Parent Relations and Donor Stewardship for the Parent Giving and Boulder Advancement Programs office is responsible for the planning, logistics, and coordination of special projects, programs, and events. This position serves as the primary contact for the Chancellor's Parent Leadership Society (CPLS) Board, Parent Leadership Society, and the Parent Fund. They will act as the liaison for the Senior Director for Annual Giving for the Boulder campus. This role is tasked with the retention of Parent Fund and Boulder Advancement Program donors, and stewardship through a comprehensive communication and outreach plan. The incumbent will demonstrate strong research and analytical skills, and possesses extensive knowledge of gift agreements, implementation and compliance.Under the guidance of the Managing Senior Director of Development and Unit Lead, the Senior Program Manager develops and manages program budgets, and represents the unit on task forces and committees. This position is responsible for strategic and impactful programmatic planning and execution that achieves the unit's philanthropic and stewardship goals, promoting the reputation of the Parent Giving and Boulder Advancement Programs unit and increasing overall support for CU Boulder.The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.Who We AreCU Boulder Advancement is committed to a culture of joy, motivated by collaboration, passionate about excellence and driven by impact. These four values define our culture and drive our engagement and fundraising success.At CU Boulder Advancement, we allocate time and resources to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Our efforts contribute directly to our divisions core values and to advancing CU Boulders mission through impactful fundraising and engagement results. As a team and as individuals, we commit to learning about and challenging systems, policies, and practices that enable oppressive ideologies to recur in our community. (Oppressive ideologies include racism, sexism, ableism, heterosexism, and other "isms" that cause harm. This list is not exhaustive and may evolve in our pursuit of collective liberation.) Embracing our responsibility to lead and model helps promote the culture we desire while supporting our internal and external constituents. Accountability for our commitment to DEI is established through specific individual and team goals that evaluate our progress and growth.What Your Key Responsibilities Will BeManage CPLS Board Administrative Duties and Communications
Plan and implement all CPLS Board related activities for the fall and spring semesters.
Work collaboratively with Donor Relations to engage senior leadership, i.e., Advancement, Chancellors Office, Division of Student Affairs, etc. to secure their presence at the CPLS Board meeting and prepare relevant briefings.
Create the Parent Giving presentation for the biannual board meetings in concurrence with the PGBAP Unit Lead and Program Manager for Parent Events and Engagement.
Identify campus speakers to present at the CPLS Board meetings; provide context (for the speakers) around the meeting and purpose of engaging highly philanthropic parents.
Facilitate CPLS onboarding and offboarding of board members and related board communications, i.e., compiling and distributing meeting minutes, securing stewardship gifts, etc.
In conjunction with the Program Manager for Parent Events and Engagement, plan and complete all the related activities for CPLS Board members and qualified Parent Leadership Society members to attend commencement graduation suites at Folsom Field.
Programmatic Oversight/Task Execution/Tactical Work
Coordinate and implement any and all aspects of the 12-24-month communication and outreach calendar for the Parent Fund and Parent Leadership Society.
Collaborate with appropriate campus and system level partners as needed.
Serve as the Parent Giving liaison for the CU Boulder Annual Giving unit to help coordinate Parent Fund solicitations during the fall and spring semesters to secure and retain parent donors and create a major gift pipeline.
Manage and implement the Parent Giving and Boulder Advancement Programs (PGBAP) stewardship program, address complicated donor issues and resolve sophisticated matters in conjunction with campus partners and the University of Colorado Foundation.
Develop and manage the stewardship strategy for the PGBAP office in coordination with the Managing Senior Director of Development and Donor Relations.
Implement efficient and thorough stewardship practices to connect donors with the impact of their giving.
Work with appropriate partners, i.e., Office of Financial Aid and Marketing and Communication to complete major donor stewardship touches, i.e., creation of impact reports.
Coordinate with campus partners and the PGBAP team to steward scholarship donors.
Manage large datasets for specialized research analysis.
Serve as the lead writer of messaging and specialized communication for a broad range of constituents, including quarterly Parent Leadership Society Newsletters.
Periodically review Parent Leadership Society courtesies, benchmark standard processes and update offerings as needed.
Other Duties as Assigned
Performs administrative tasks, i.e., composing correspondence, maintaining lists, internal and external documents, and processes.
Acts as liaison for vendors, donors, volunteers, etc., in coordinating assigned programs and projects.
Follows established guidelines for recording budgeted expenses; reviews "budget-to-actual" status monthly and advises Unit Lead of any significant concerns; reviews program effectiveness and makes recommendations for modifications and improvements.
Use databases to create lists, track program participants, and manage donor recognition.
What You Should Know
This is a limited-term, lasting 12 months.
This position has the ability to work a hybrid schedule with some days on campus and some days remote.
This position will occasionally be required to work evenings/weekends.
This position may require local, regional, and out-of-state travel to engage with university constituents.
What We Can OfferThe salary range is $65,300 - $72,800 annually. Relocation assistance may be available within department guidelines.BenefitsThe University of Colorado offers excellent benefits (https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/benefits) , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder (https://www.colorado.edu/about) .Be StatementsBe collaborative. Be effective. Be Boulder.What We Require
Bachelors degree or equivalent experience or combination of education and experience may substitute.
1+ years of professional, job-related experience.
What You Will Need
Ability to establish and enhance interpersonal relationships, including ability to coordinate and manage volunteers.
Knowledge of fundraising, parent, donor and alumni relations standard processes.
Strong communication skills, including participation in public events and representing Advancement and the University professionally.
Ability to analyze information and situations, interpret donor intent, problem solve and understand standard processes.
Ability to exercise a high degree of tact, discretion, and collaboration in working with a diverse range of constituents including employees, students, volunteers, alumni, donors, and campus colleagues.
Ability to organize and manage multiple projects/tasks simultaneously; skills to work independently and collaboratively and adapt to changing priorities.
Knowledge of current issues facing public universities and interests of assigned school, students, faculty, and alumni.
Strong attention to detail and to visual appeal of presentation materials.
Growth mindset, creativity, resilience and perseverance.
Ability to embrace the shared values of the Office of Advancement.
Ability to practice effective fiscal management.
Public speaking skills.
Ability to embrace a self-starter/self-learning mentality.
Strong data/database management and manipulation skills.
Special InstructionsTo apply, please submit the following materials:
A current resume.
A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.Please apply by February 29, 2024 for consideration.Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs (http://colorado.edu/jobs) .To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Senior-Program-Manager-Parent-Relations-and-Donor-Stewardship-Limited-Term-Position/54993 (https://apptrkr.com/5067584)Copyright 2022 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency (https://www.jobelephant.com/)jeid-2c2c76402afc7e43aafd0ca22dcb7348The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
