Apply on Employer Site

George Fox University · 4 days ago

Associate Director of Strategic Engagement

Newberg, OR

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$53K/yr - $77K/yr

2+ years exp

George Fox University is seeking a strategic, relational, and detail-oriented professional to serve as their Associate Director of Strategic Engagement. This role focuses on growing the donor pipeline by designing and managing engagement pathways for alumni and prospective supporters, while collaborating with various teams within the university.

Higher Education

Culture & Values

No H1B

Responsibilities

Prospect Identification and Pipeline Growth (50%)

Strategic Investment Engagement Support (20%)

Strategic Affinity Engagement (20%)

Alumni Engagement and Communication Support (10%)

Working varied shifts to include mornings, extended evenings and weekends as needed

Travelling for work related conferences, events, and constituent visits as needed

Maintaining an understanding of fundraising and engagement best practices among Christian colleges

Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service

By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role

Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Advancement experienceEngagement strategiesRelationship managementSalesforce proficiencyCross-cultural experienceCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsStrategic thinking

Required

A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

A minimum of two years of experience in advancement, alumni relations, development, donor relations, or a closely related field involving relationship management and strategic engagement

Proven ability to build rapport and engage effectively with alumni, parents, donors, students, and campus partners

Experience developing and executing engagement strategies or plans that support fundraising or organizational growth

Strong strategic thinking skills, with the ability to translate goals into actional plans and measurable outcomes

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

A high level of organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects and timelines simultaneously

Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and travel as needed

Legal authorization to work in the United States. This position does not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only applicants who do not require sponsorship for employment visas, now or at any point in the future, should apply

A commitment to the University's Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity

A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith

A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith