Assistant Director of Donor Relations

University of Louisiana at Lafayette; Lafayette (LA); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette is seeking an Assistant Director of Donor Relations to strengthen engagement with donors and maximize philanthropic support for Ragin' Cajuns Athletics. The role focuses on donor cultivation, stewardship events, and personalized outreach.

You will coordinate game-day premium experiences, ensure timely benefits fulfillment, and assist with financial administration while collaborating with the Development Office on donor identification and partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience in fundraising, sales, or customer service.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsabilités

• Plan and execute donor cultivation and stewardship activities.
• Build and maintain donor relationships to maximize philanthropic support.
• Conduct face‑to‑face meetings, calls, and correspondence with donors.
• Develop strategies to recognize donor contributions.
• Collaborate with the Development Office to identify prospective donors.
• Manage game-day premium hospitality and donor experiences.
• Fulfil donor benefits in a timely manner and maintain records.
• Assist with invoices, expense reports, and budget tracking.
• Support trade agreements and partnerships and other initiatives.

Connaissances

Fundraising

Sales

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal

Presentation

Organization

Time management

Independence

Multi-tasking

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Outils

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Position Title: Assistant Director of Donor Relations

Department: 7030|Development Office

Responsibilities

The Assistant Director of Development Donor Relations reports to the Senior Director of Development/Associate Athletics Director and is a critical member of the RCAF team, responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with donors to maximize philanthropic support for Ragin' Cajuns Athletics. This position requires a highly motivated and relationship-driven individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Tasks & Responsibilities

• Donor Relations:
  • Responsible for the planning and execution of donor cultivation and stewardship events, including receptions, golf tournaments, and game-day hospitality.
  • Cultivate and steward relationships with donors, focusing on building long‑term connections and increasing their engagement with the RCAF.
  • Conduct face‑to‑face meetings, phone calls, and written correspondence with donors to understand their philanthropic interests and provide personalized stewardship.
  • Develop and implement strategies to recognize and acknowledge donor contributions in meaningful ways.
  • Collaborate with the development team to identify and qualify prospective donors.
• Game Day Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for managing all premium areas on football game days and coordinating premium hospitality for all other ticketed sports
  • Serve as a point of contact for RCAF donors on game days, providing assistance and ensuring a positive experience. Staff RCAF hospitality areas and assist with game‑day events as needed.
• RCAF Benefits Fulfillment:
  • Ensure that RCAF members receive their benefits and perks in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Troubleshoot any issues related to benefit fulfillment and maintain accurate records of member benefits.
• Financial Administration:
  • Assist with RCAF invoices and expense reports, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
  • Assist with budget tracking and reporting as needed.
• Other Duties:
  • Manage the fulfillment of trade agreements and partnerships.
  • Assist with other RCAF initiatives and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required Qualification:
• -Bachelor's degree

Skills, Abilities, Etc

• Experience in fundraising, sales, customer service, or a related field.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to both prioritize given assignments and multi‑task effectively.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge of CRM software and fundraising principles preferred.
• Passion for college athletics and a commitment to the mission of the RCAF.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

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