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Senior Program Coordinator/Writer-Foundation Relations

Iowa State University

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Posted:
November 9, 2018
Location:
Ames, Iowa
Salary:
Open

Advertised Employing Department: Iowa State University Foundation

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

Ready to use your workday to contribute to something greater? Join the Iowa State University Foundation in its charge to move the university forward through philanthropy, helping thousands reach new levels of greatness. This is the place for the next change-agent – you!

In This Role, You Will...

  • Write and edit proposals, letters of inquiry/intent and other solicitation materials, including budgets and attachments for a variety of programs and projects throughout the university.
  • Serve as a point of contact for development activities with foundations and provide assistance to university staff and faculty.
  • Utilize your communication and research skills to identify prospects and programs with potential to support Iowa State priorities and lead faculty and staff through solicitation process.
  • Develop strategies to achieve goals. You will effectively translate creative ideas into action by writing proposals tied to the priority needs of the university.
  • Build relationships with faculty and staff for the purposes of identifying promising programs, research and priorities and assist in develop strategies for securing philanthropic support.
  • Collaborate with ISU Foundation staff members and assist with ISU Foundation special events and activities as needed.
  • Oversee a small portfolio of Foundation Relations prospects and donors.

    Required Education and Experience:

    To Be Successful, You Will Need...

  • Bachelor's degree and a minimum of two years professional experience. You must also have demonstrable skills in persuasive speaking and influencing others.
  • Excellent verbal and written skills with the ability to effectively communicate with a variety of audiences. Your solid proposal writing and editing skills will be fully utilized in this role.
  • Project management skills with the ability to multi-task and manage multiple initiatives with independence, creativity and effectiveness.
  • Strong computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook). Experience with databases and spreadsheets is desired.
  • Commitment to confidentiality and discretion.
  • Strong team orientation, a dedicated work ethic and a positive and professional attitude. You will also need a high-level customer-service focus.
  • Knowledge of university systems preferred.
  • Creativity, patience, a sense of humor and a belief in our organizational mission of: Aligning donor passion and generosity to advance Iowa State University's land grant ideals.

    Preferred Education and Experience:

    See Required Education and Experience.

    Posting Number: 800234

    • Internal Number: 37127
    About Iowa State University
    Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), and ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top public universities in the nation. Over 36,000 students are enrolled and served by over 6,200 faculty and staff (see www.iastate.edu). Ames, Iowa is a progressive community of 60,000, located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines, and recently voted the best college town in the nation (see www.visitames.com). Iowa State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity and strongly encourages applications from all qualified applicants, including women, underrepresented minorities, and veterans. ISU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples, is dedicated to work-life balance through an array of policies, and is an NSF ADVANCE institution. Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status and will not be discriminated against.
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