Acknowledgment Service Program Coordinator, University Development and Alumni Relations

Acknowledgment Service Program Coordinator (6299U), University Development and Alumni Relations - 66401
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Departmental Overview

University Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) strengthens Berkeley's excellence through engagement with alums, parents, undergraduate and graduate students, and friends of the University, raising public awareness about Berkeley, and increasing private philanthropy. UDAR provides overall direction for the campus's philanthropic advancement strategies and works to strengthen unit development in partnership with campus fundraisers. UDAR handles a range of central activities and services encompassing communications, stewardship, prospect development, and gift management.

Donor Relations

An active advocate for donor interests at Berkeley, the Donor Relations team manages an array of programs that acknowledge and recognize donors for their giving in meaningful ways, report to them on the impact of their philanthropy, and deepen their engagement with the campus.

Position Overview

The Acknowledgment Service Program Coordinator's role involves activities associated with reaching, serving, and engaging donors through programs and services designed to recognize and acknowledge their campus philanthropy. Involves managing and executing campus wide donor acknowledgment and correspondence programs, with an emphasis on those provided in service to campus units. Translates donor needs and priorities into customized programs to create, enhance, and sustain relationships between the campus and donors.

These programs support the objectives of timely, accurate, and personal stewardship, cultivation of major and principal gift donors, maintenance of a healthy donor pipeline, and provision of a foundational level of stewardship for the campus's entire donor base.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is:
April 9, 2024

Responsibilities

Develops and implements programs and communication strategies designed to acknowledge donors for their campus philanthropy. Under general supervision and exercising limited discretion and professional judgment, helps administer the Acknowledgment Service Program. Serves as the intake point for gifts meeting acknowledgment criteria for the…