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Indiana Wesleyan University Nursing · 1 month ago

Athletics Development Officer

Marion, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

Indiana Wesleyan University Nursing is seeking an Athletics Development Officer to support their Athletics and Advancement departments. This role focuses on fundraising through relationship building with alumni, parents, and friends, while also engaging in donor hospitality and collaboration with coaches to enhance philanthropic support.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Identify and manage a portfolio of 125-150 prospects composed of individuals with specific affiliation and/or giving interest to Athletics

Conduct 120-150, high-value personal visits annually for the purpose of developing a philanthropic gifts pipeline and closing philanthropic revenue to support the priorities of the university and department of athletics

Establish collaborative and productive relationships with Athletics administration and coaches, and become knowledgeable regarding the Department’s priorities, programs, and events in order to advance the priorities of Athletics

Impact a culture of giving for IWU Athletics, encouraging prospects and donors to support the university’s mission and vision while fostering a sense of pride and ownership spotlighting the transformative impact of their gifts

Develop and implement personalized stewardship plans for donors

Provide accurate information of all prospects and donor activity in the Advancement CRM (Slate) including contact reports, gift commitments, strategy statements, and other documentation

Engage in athletic annual gift solicitations that: 1) retain current and re-engage lost athletics donors 2) increase giving levels of current athletics donors 3) acquire new athletic donors 4) increase unrestricted giving to the general Athletics Fund

Routinely meet with appropriate IWU administrators, coaches and staff to build relationships, gain insights, and establish partnerships to support giving opportunities and strategies

Identify prospects with potential for major and planned gifts and transition them to the major and planned giving team for further relationship development

Execute special projects and other duties as assigned to support the overall work of the team in Athletics Development and University Advancement

Serves as development representative at athletics-based events, meetings, and programs, related to donor engagement

Serve as an IWU ambassador with a high level of integrity, authenticity, and confidentiality

Maintain a positive image when dealing with constituents and the university community; demonstrate a lifestyle consistent with the values and ethos of IWU

Exhibit IWU values of Christlikeness, commitment, leadership, service, stewardship, innovation and diversity

Foster a collaborative and inclusive spirit among subordinates, peers, and superiors within University Advancement and across the IWU community

Travel locally and out of town to cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships

Qualification

Fundraising experiencePublic speakingInterpersonal skillsDonor engagementTeam collaborationEvent managementWriting skillsSelf-motivated

Required

According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement

Minimum of one to three (1-3) years of direct or transferable experience with exposure to fundraising, direct sales, client services, or related fields

Demonstrate exceptional writing, interpersonal, and public speaking skills

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Ability to engage with donors and stakeholders in a friendly and professional manner

The successful candidate is expected to have their primary office based out of the IWU campus in Marion, IN

They must be capable of traveling up to 50% of time, working nights and weekends as needed, to fulfill portfolio and management responsibilities and participate in fundraising and engagement related events

Work independently and be self-motivated in initiating contact with donors and prospects

Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed for events and athletic functions