Assistant Director of Development & Alumni Relations

University of Georgia; Kentucky; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Standard university benefits

Job summary

The University of Georgia in Kentucky is looking for an Assistant Director of Development & Alumni Relations. This role focuses on growing the College of Pharmacy's annual giving and engagement programs, building relationships with alumni and donors. Key responsibilities include donor engagement, preparing fundraising materials, and coordinating events. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, a bachelor's degree, and a preference for alumni relations experience. A full-time schedule with standard university benefits is provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Background in alumni relations and soliciting gifts preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed metrics for donor meetings and solicitations.
• Prepare fundraising materials and document interactions in GAIL.
• Manage donor relationships and coordinate engagement events.
• Travel as required for donor engagement and college events.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Creative problem-solving

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Assistant Director of Development & Alumni Relations

This position is based in the College of Pharmacy and reports to the Senior Director of Development. The role coordinates, grows, and ensures the success of the College’s annual giving and engagement programs, building relationships among alumni, donors, parents, faculty, staff, and friends to drive philanthropic support. The primary focus is a portfolio of leadership annual giving ($1,500‑$50,000) with metrics on meetings, solicitations, gifts closed, and overall dollars raised. The role includes preparing persuasive materials, documenting interactions in GAIL, managing the College Alumni Board, coordinating alumni events and campus visits, and driving a culture of philanthropy.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

A background in alumni relations and soliciting gifts is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meet and/or exceed pre-set metrics for meetings with prospective donors, solicitations with emphasis on annual giving ($1,500‑$50,000), gifts closed, and overall dollars raised.
• Prepare and deliver engaging gifts appeals, proposals, presentations, and other fundraising materials; document all interactions in GAIL.
• Manage a portfolio of leadership annual giving prospects and donors, strengthening relationships and identifying major and planned giving prospects.
• Coordinate the College of Pharmacy Alumni Board, plan and execute alumni engagement events, and oversee alumni campus visits.
• Plan and manage travel budget, making strategic trips as needed; travel may include overnight trips, out of state, and occasional weekend work.
• Attend college events such as the White Coat Ceremony, Pinning Ceremony, Commencement, and Homecoming Reunion Tailgate; collaborate with academic departments, programs, students, and campus partners to provide meaningful engagement.
• Work with the Office of Development & Alumni Relations and senior leadership on quarterly prospect management and strategy meetings.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to solve problems and generate creative solutions to strengthen alumni and donor relationships.
• Advanced computer literacy; proficient in programs for preparing and disseminating communication materials.
• Comfortable interfacing with alumni and donors by phone, virtual, or in person and through written communication.
• Strong written communication; ability to prepare and edit effective correspondence, event materials, appeals, and engagement materials.
• Strong oral communication; ability to make persuasive presentations.
• Collaboration skills; able to work well in a team environment.
• High confidentiality and professionalism with ability to maintain privacy.
• Prioritization and performance under pressure in a fast‑paced team environment.
• Attention to detail; ability to manage multi‑phase projects and balance multiple priorities.

Physical Demands

• Standard office environment.
• Travel in and out of state.
• Driving as needed.
• Occasional nights and weekends.
• Use of electronic mail, telephone, face‑to‑face discussions, and paper correspondence.
• Effective writing, speaking, and listening skills.
• Organize and prioritize; multitask; maintain details.
• Lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Working Hours & Availability

Typical schedule: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Willing to work occasional evenings and weekends as necessary.

Benefits

Employee benefits eligibility includes full‑time work schedule and standard university benefits for the College of Pharmacy.

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact: Gordon Thomas, [e-mail], phone: (contact phone not listed).