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Associate Director on the Class Programs & Reunion Campaigns - Office of Advancement - Georgetown University

Job Overview

The Associate Director on the Class Programs & Reunion Campaigns (CPRC) team supports the mission of Georgetown University by fostering lifelong engagement between alumni and Georgetown, and by increasing philanthropic support for the university’s future. The CPRC team works with over 800 alumni volunteers to increase class-based engagement and giving through peer-to-peer outreach. CPRC is, as a whole, responsible for establishing class fundraising goals, recruiting and developing volunteers, identifying donors, hosting world-class signature events (Homecoming Weekend and Reunion Weekend), and engaging alumni and students in class-based fundraising an engagement.

The Associate Director manages class engagement and giving strategies for five undergraduate alumni classes, and are also a part of the team responsible for strengthening and growing the overall class volunteer program, including the strategies for volunteer recruitment, resources, and stewardship.

Position Responsibilities

Manage volunteers for five undergraduate alumni class committeesDevelop internal & external fundraising and engagement goals & strategies for all classes managedTailor and implement engagement and solicitation strategies for each classConduct semi-complex analysis of class performance

Work Interactions and Work Mode Designation

Reporting to the Director of Class Programs and Reunion Campaigns, the Associate Director is an integral part of the CPRC team, which is responsible for strengthening and growing the overall class volunteer program, including the strategies for volunteer recruitment, resources, and stewardship.

Toward their duties, they necessarily apply strong interpersonal skills, exemplary communication and time management skills, attention to detail, and an interest in higher education or non-profit philanthropy. They use phone, written correspondence, and personal interactions that occur with University staff as well as with external constituents.

This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Requirements and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree3 to 5 years of professional experience, preferably in a development/fundraising environment

Preferred Qualifications

Intellectual curiosityAbility to think creatively and innovativelyExcellent problem solving skillsExceptional interpersonal skillsDesire to contribute to and participate in the mission of Georgetown UniversityDesire to work in a team environmentA proven ability to meet or exceed goalsSelf-starter with high motivationProfessional and collegial demeanor and ability to exercise diplomacyAbility to perform multiple tasks at once with minimal supervisionStrong computer skills, including Microsoft applicationsComfort with understanding and performing semi-complex metrics and analysisExcellent oral and written communication skillsSuperior organizational skills and time managementExperience working with customers and/or volunteersAbility to handle confidential matters on a regular basis

Georgetown University’s Office of Advancement is committed to cultivating a safe, equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment that honors the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our broader colleagues and broader Georgetown community. Consistent with our Jesuit values, we aim to foster a culture that accepts and cares for each individual, and we believe this is central to achieving our goals in support of Georgetown’s mission. Learn more about the Office of Advancement here.

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EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.