Advancement & External Engagement Coordinator

Syracuse University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Syracuse University’s Whitman School of Management seeks a Coordinator of Advancement & External Engagement to provide administrative and operational support. You will manage day-to-day office operations, donor briefs, and prospect tracking, collaborating with the Director and frontline fundraising staff to advance engagement across campus.

This role requires on-campus presence, strong CRM skills, and an ability to coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while supporting a

Qualifications

• Two years of demonstrated experience in managing internal operations, administrative tasks, and knowledge of CRM database systems, preferably in a college or university setting.
• Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft applications, and CRM systems.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations for the team/office.
• Scheduling and meeting coordination for team meetings and internal and external meetings with staff, volunteers and donors.
• Provide support to the Director of External Relations, Strategy & Operations on in-office tasks, including printing of collateral and other materials, managing and producing donor briefs and representing the operations team at in-person events and meetings.
• Monitoring the Advancement & External Engagement communications channels, including email, phone and mail.
• Overseeing the Suite 114 office needs, including but not limited to managing supply inventory, assisting with Conference Room bookings and calendars and directing ordering and procurement for the team.
• Assist with team events and meetings as needed, including but not limited to coordinating the team’s annual planning off-site, organizing team lunches, assisting program leads on donor/volunteer events in the building and more.

Skills

Teamwork

CRM systems (Blackbaud)

Microsoft Office

Project management

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Diversity & inclusion

Tools

Blackbaud CRM

Microsoft Office

Job description

Syracuse University’s Whitman School of Management seeks a Coordinator of Advancement & External Engagement to provide administrative and operational support. You will manage day-to-day office operations, donor briefs, and prospect tracking, collaborating with the Director and frontline fundraising staff to advance engagement across campus.

This role requires on-campus presence, strong CRM skills, and an ability to coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while supporting a