University of Colorado Boulder · 1 week ago
Project Manager, Campaign Planning and Strategy
Boulder, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$68K/yr - $72K/yr
2+ years expThe University of Colorado Boulder is seeking a Project Manager to support the Campaign Planning & Strategy team during its first comprehensive campaign. This role involves supervising key initiatives, managing tasks related to campaign projects, and ensuring efficient communication and project alignment with the campaign's goals.
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Responsibilities
Complete key advancement-related tasks, including planned operations, events, and communications
Supervise the tracking and management of tasks related to campaign projects, often using Microsoft Excel and/or Asana
Initiate, schedule, and coordinate internal and external meetings
As needed, attend or lead meetings, take detailed notes, and support timely, organized follow-up on all action items and decisions
Use the donor database, CU Ascend, to collect information about constituents, gifts/pledges, proposals, and other aspects of Advancement work
Use reporting tools, like Tableau and CU’s Advancement Intelligence, to gather information needed to support campaign projects
Provide event support and preparation as necessary
Use Asana as a project management system
Supervise special campaign projects within the purview of the Campaign team or that of partner teams across the division
Connect with Advancement colleagues and other campus partners to assess the status of campaign projects and determine what is needed to move the projects forward in an efficient and effective manner
Serve as the subject matter expert for the comprehensive campaign on projects, ensuring the work remains aligned with up-to-date campaign initiatives, priorities, and messaging
Support the creation, review, and distribution of campaign-specific materials
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience or combination of education and experience
2+ years of professional, job-related experience
Phenomenal organizational skills with an ability to independently navigate competing priorities in a rapidly changing environment
Proactive, solution-focused approach that anticipates project needs and potential challenges
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Experience tracking and reporting data
Knowledge of fundraising, donor relations, and alumni relations standard methodologies
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in completing tasks
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Customer service experience
Ability to maintain and cultivate professional working relationships with colleagues in Advancement and across campus, as well as external partners and vendors
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly in the SharePoint environment
Preferred
Knowledge of the Advancement/Development industry, including fundraising and engagement strategies
Experience in a non-profit environment, preferably in higher education, independent schools, or healthcare
Experience liaising with director-level colleagues and above
Experience working in customer service and/or an operations-focused role
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Retirement plans
Generous paid time off
Tuition assistance for you and your dependents
ECO Pass for local transit
Company
University of Colorado Boulder
University of Colorado Boulder is a bold, innovative community of scholars and learners who accelerate human potential
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
University of Colorado Boulder has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$29.19MKey Investors
US Department of Commerce, Economic Development AdministationU.S. Environmental Protection AgencyNational Science Foundation
2023-10-10Grant· $1.4M
2022-06-28Grant· $0.03M
2021-09-29Grant· $22M
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