Athletic Foundation Coordinator

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Southern University is seeking an Athletic Foundation Coordinator to support philanthropy efforts on the Statesboro campus. Under the supervision of the Assistant Athletic Director for Annual Fund, you will help plan events, analyze donor data, and coordinate donor communications to strengthen engagement with alumni, faculty, and friends.

The role requires a Bachelor's Degree and 0–1 year of related experience, with strong communication and computer skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree is required.
• 0–1 years of related work experience.
• Experience in higher education or nonprofits is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, execution, and evaluation of Athletic Foundation events and donor stewardship initiatives.
• Analyze donor data, fundraising trends, and engagement metrics.
• Coordinate donor stewardship communications and engagement activities.
• Manage social media and email marketing campaigns.
• Support donor acquisition and data collection efforts.
• Collaborate with major gifts for lead generation and gifting agreements.
• Develop and evaluate donor stewardship and engagement strategies.

Skills

Customer service

Public speaking

Communication

Organizational skills

Human relations

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Athletic Foundation Coordinator

Job ID: 302336

Location: Statesboro, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and mostcomprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. Withnearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctorallevels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2\"high research\" university and serves more than 29,500 studentsfrom all 50 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and more than100 countries.

With four vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, theArmstrong Campus in Savannah, the Liberty Campus in Hinesville, andthe East Georgia Campus in Swainsboro - Georgia Southern offers adynamic environment that encourages learning, discovery andpersonal growth. The University is accredited by the SouthernAssociation of Colleges and Schools and has earned specializedaccreditation from numerous professional and academic associationsthat set standards in their respective fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst insoutheast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home tointernational companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, aswell as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With afocus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting thedemand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellenceand creative innovation in a supportive, student-centeredenvironment that empowers the next generation of leaders tosucceed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in anexciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal andprofessional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by TheWall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally recognized forthe caliber of its academic programs and student experience.Georgia Southern University has also been recognized by Forbes asone of \"America's Best-In-State Employers\" for 2025.

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

Athletic Foundation

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Assistant Athletic Director forAnnual Fund, this position will support various activities toincrease philanthropic support to Georgia Southern University fromalumni, faculty, staff, parents, students, and/or friends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of all AthleticFoundation events and donor stewardship initiatives
• Analyze donor data, fundraising trends, and engagementmetrics
• Coordinate donor stewardship communications and engagementactivities
• Oversee the planning, execution, and performance analysis ofAthletic Foundation social media and email marketing campaigns
• Manage the operations of all football gameday premiumareas
• Ensure consistent and strategic use of the Foundation's brand,messaging, and overall marketing and communications strategy
• Provide operational and logistical leadership for AthleticFoundation events and activities
• Support donor acquisition and data collection efforts
• Collaborate with the major gifts team on lead generation,prospect research, and the preparation of gift agreements
• Develop, manage, and evaluate comprehensive donor stewardshipand engagement strategies

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

• Zero (0) to one (1) years of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Experience working in higher education, nonprofitorganizations, or college athletics

Preferred Experience

• Experience working in higher education or nonprofitorganizations
• Comfort with public speaking

Proposed Salary

$47,000

This is an exempt position paid on a monthlybasis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by theUniversity
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office,Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meetInstitutional goals and support University's mission for studentsuccess

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizationaland human relations skills

Apply Before Date

August 20, 2026

Application review may begin as early as August 18,2026.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, pleasecontact the Department of Human Resources by phone at [phone] or by email at [e-mail].

For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at [phone], or email [e-mail].

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25institutions of higher education and learning as well as the SystemOffice. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence,Accountability, and Respect.These values serve as thefoundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USGcommunity member is responsible for demonstrating and upholdingthese standards.More details on the USG Statement of CoreValues and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated inBoard Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom foundon-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion ofbackground investigation including a criminal background checkdemonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia SouthernUniversity, as determined by Georgia Southern University in itssole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employmenthistory reflected in your application materials and, if applicable,a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to apre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal andstate laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of thisinstitution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents(BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which areavailable for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the durationof employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with orwithout reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-FreeCommunity.

Proof of valid Driver's License upon hire and throughoutemployment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southern University provides equal employmentopportunities to all employees and applicants for employmentwithout regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, genderidentity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteranstatus, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in needof reasonable accommodations under the Americans with DisabilitiesAct to participate in the search process should notify HumanResources: [phone].

Other Information

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with orwithout reasonable accommodation
• Work generally performed in an office environment
• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours
• Travel may be required

Background Check

• Standard + Education & DMV

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