Assistant Director of Donor Relations

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus. Job Summary The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for an Assistant Director of Donor Relations on the Dahlonega campus. The Assistant Director of Donor Relations will be a strategic thinker who is laser focused on communicating philanthropic impact and who brings excellent writing, project management and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will show clear attention to detail with their professionalism, judgment and keen focus on quality and accuracy. The Assistant Director will help plan, organize, and execute a unique set of donor-centered programs, including gift stewardship reporting, student-donor engagement initiatives and impactful donor communication, all which serve to engage donors and students and foster lasting relationships. Responsibilities Plan and execute key UNG events including the UNG Gala and key donor engagement events, creating impactful, immersive opportunities, celebrating donor generosity and student gratitude, illustrating the impact of donor philanthropy. Collaborate with Directors of Development to create new gift agreements; work with internal partners to manage existing agreements, ensuring donor gift intent is honored. Gather scholarship recipient information to share impact and gratitude to donors. Manage gift impact reporting process and other stewardship projects. Manage donor communication, ensuring meaningful and timely delivery, including video and photography projects. Collaborate with team to ensure Foundation website updates are relevant and timely. Collaborate with internal partners to create impactful donor communication projects including annual donor impact report and endowment reports. Manage donor recognition program, including data management, digital and donor wall updates and events. Other duties as assigned by Director of Donor Relations. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with diverse constituents, volunteers, and co-workers across the University. Must maintain confidentiality, be highly detailed oriented, self-motivated and well-organized with proven ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and to track activities. Complete projects with a high level of accountability, coupled with analytical skills and creativity. Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree required. Minimum of three (3) years of experience specific to the combination of one of the following areas: donor relations, communications, public relations, fundraising, marketing or sales. Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) is required. Preferred Qualifications Prior experience in donor relations, higher education and/or non-profit is preferred. Knowledge of Raiser's Edge by Blackbaud and Thankview are preferred. Proposed Salary Minimum Starting Salary - $50,957 Required Documents to Attach Resume Cover letter Unofficial Transcripts Contact information for three professional references. Conditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans. Other Information This position has financial responsibilities. This role is considered a position of trust. Background Check Position of Trust + Education & Credit