Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) · 1 day ago
Development Officer (Data and Donor Relations)
Columbia, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$59K/yr - $68K/yr
2+ years expTennessee Board of Regents is seeking a Development Officer focused on Data and Donor Relations. The role involves developing and implementing strategies for resource acquisition and donor relations through effective use of databases and technology, while also leading communication efforts and collaborating with various stakeholders.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Provide leadership in planning, implementing and maintaining processes and procedures that will ensure the best use of donor and related databases, software, etc. to increase resource acquisition. This includes, but not limited to, Raisers Edge, scholarship management, named spaces inventory, online giving, and website
Provide leadership in developing and executing a comprehensive annual giving program with alumni as an emphasis
Lead collaboration and coordination to grow and execute a comprehensive communication plan that includes effective strategies for respective areas within the office
Collaborate with donor recognition and appreciation
Determine necessary data for reports, analyze and provide for use in decision-making and in giving accurate information to internal and external stakeholders
Serve as internal resource and expert for donor software to manage donor relationships, manage online donation forms, and track fundraising performance
Capture artifacts and related data that will provide accurate demographic information coupled with a robust understanding of relationships, interactions, patterns, giving history, etc
Support identification of alumni and their relationships to the college that aid in their cultivation and solicitation for sponsorships, annual giving, capital, planned, and major gifts
Cross train for ticketing system and for financial functions such as fund deposit, check writing and purchasing. This includes Banner and Jaggaer or similar programs
Participate in community and donor networking opportunities
Coordinate with and assist other development officers and staff in advancement/foundation initiatives
Support development, oversight of programs and services that result in enrollment, progression, retention, and graduation growth for the service area
Acquire and maintain current knowledge of public activities and internal projects, policies and procedures of the College and Foundation
Remain current in knowledge, programs, events, and trends that result in an effective college advancement office
Participate in college committees
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
Provide leadership in planning, implementing and maintaining processes and procedures that will ensure the best use of donor and related databases, software, etc. to increase resource acquisition. This includes, but not limited to, Raisers Edge, scholarship management, named spaces inventory, online giving, and website
Provide leadership in developing and executing a comprehensive annual giving program with alumni as an emphasis
Lead collaboration and coordination to grow and execute a comprehensive communication plan that includes effective strategies for respective areas within the office
Collaborate with donor recognition and appreciation
Determine necessary data for reports, analyze and provide for use in decision-making and in giving accurate information to internal and external stakeholders
Serve as internal resource and expert for donor software to manage donor relationships, manage online donation forms, and track fundraising performance
Capture artifacts and related data that will provide accurate demographic information coupled with a robust understanding of relationships, interactions, patterns, giving history, etc
Support identification of alumni and their relationships to the college that aid in their cultivation and solicitation for sponsorships, annual giving, capital, planned, and major gifts
Cross train for ticketing system and for financial functions such as fund deposit, check writing and purchasing. This includes Banner and Jaggaer or similar programs
Participate in community and donor networking opportunities
Coordinate with and assist other development officers and staff in advancement/foundation initiatives
Support development, oversight of programs and services that result in enrollment, progression, retention, and graduation growth for the service area
Acquire and maintain current knowledge of public activities and internal projects, policies and procedures of the College and Foundation
Remain current in knowledge, programs, events, and trends that result in an effective college advancement office
Participate in college committees
Perform other duties as assigned
Preferred
Minimum of two (2) years' experience in development, higher education, data management, or experience that would provide transfer of applicable skills
Essential skills include proficiency with varied databases, software programs, etc
Be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel including strong skills with mail merge functions
Experience learning new computer/software programs
Strong skills in research and asking questions
Able to work with others and seek understanding
Self-motivated to plan, implement and execute
Benefits
Vacation and Sick Leave
14 paid holidays
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Retirement plans
Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
Company
Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR)
TBR - The College System of Tennessee is the state’s largest public higher education system, with 13 community colleges, 23 colleges of applied technology (TCATs) and the online TN eCampus serving approximately 170,000 students.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Diane Bonner, CAP
Administrative Professional to the CIO
Jon Calisi
Deputy Chief Information Officer
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