About Us: At the University of Minnesota Foundation (UMF), our mission is to connect passion with possibility, inspire generosity, and support greatness at the University of Minnesota by placing donors at the heart of everything we do and every decision we make. UMF is a nonprofit organization responsible for raising and managing gifts to the University of Minnesota.   For more information about UMF, please visit https://give.umn.edu/about/about-umf.

About the role: This position will provide program coordination activities across a broad spectrum of programs in the Central Development division. Core responsibilities will include coordinating the planning and implementation of regional and international development travel activities, with particular focus on Presidential travel. In addition, this position will serve as program coordinator and point person for coordinating data and reporting on other development initiatives, including but not limited to fundraising initiatives, production reports, giving incentives.  While reporting to the Sr. Director, Development Operations, essential to the success of the position will be the ability to work closely with several development leaders and program managers throughout Central Development and the Foundation.

What you’ll do: Presidential Regional Travel (35%)

• Manage the multiple processes which organize and support the Foundation’s work relative to presidential engagement – largely in regional, national, and international markets, yet also in Minnesota when needed.
• Manage overall travel schedule for President’s engagement in collaboration with president’s schedulers, as well as other designated VIP travel for development.
• Oversee deadlines for events logistics, list development for invitations, identification of principal and leadership prospects in regions, and approvals from unit partners.

International Development Program (15%)

• Guide and support two groups for this program: the UMF internal workgroup for international development and engagement, and an ‘outside’ advisory group made up of representatives from UMAA, GPS, key unit partners, President’s Office, Marketing/Communications, and others.
• Manage key projects for the International Development Program, such as the international web-page and e-newsletter, toolkit (in collaboration with Marketing/Communications).

Development Operations and Reporting (40%)

• Working with the Sr. Director, Development Operations, facilitate reporting on fundraising activities, including but not limited to student support, faculty/research, DEI, and other targeted fundraising initiatives.  
• Monitor program participation and lead reporting on participation in giving incentive programs, including but not limited to Bentson Scholarship Challenge, DEI Giving Incentive, and other historical giving incentive programs.
• Support Philanthropic Naming Program activities, including but not limited to working with Prospect Development on due diligence work, refining naming materials and processes, and meeting with development staff to provide information and training regarding naming procedures.
• Support the data collection of various surveys, including GG+A ALF (annual and special collections), VSE, CASE in collaboration with Finance and Prospect Development.

Demonstrate commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an equitable and inclusive working and learning environment (exhibit 100% of the time)

We take care of you:

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes medical, vision, dental, and pharmacy coverage; life insurance; retirement; long-term care insurance; and disability coverage.

• Come. Work. Stay. Play. The U of M is conveniently accessible by light rail, bus, and bike. And we offer discounted bus transportation through our “U-Pass” program.

• The University of Minnesota embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with six years of project or program management experience with proven results.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work across/with multiple units and departments
• High level of organizational skills

Diversity: The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.  The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.  To learn more about diversity at the U:  http://diversity.umn.edu.

Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. Please note: All employees at the University of Minnesota are required to report complete vaccination against COVID-19 or submit documentation requesting a medical or religious exemption on their first day of employment. To learn more, please visit the University's COVID-19 Response webpage.

How to Apply: Applications must be submitted online through the U of M Careers site.  To submit your application, please follow this link:https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/351250. If you have any difficulties or questions while applying feel free to contact Andrew Hanson, HR Generalist at adhanson@umn.edu.