Coordinator of External Partnerships - CAFNR

University of Missouri-Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

HSA contributions

Dental coverage

Vision benefits

Retirement plan matching

Tuition Assistance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

University of Missouri-Columbia seeks a Coordinator of External Partnerships to lead CAFNR Alumni Association and CAFNR Foundation activities. You will manage alumni events, build donor relationships, and coordinate annual giving with the advancement team.

The role requires strong organizational skills, collaboration across diverse stakeholders, and occasional travel for events. A bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years in similar roles are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 2+ years of experience.
• Experience in event planning and working with volunteer boards.
• Ability to travel and work occasional evenings or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee CAFNR Alumni Association activities and events.
• Support CAFNR Foundation board operations and fundraising initiatives.

Skills

Event coordination

Volunteer management

Board governance

Fundraising liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hiring Department

CAFNR Advancement

Job Description

Position Overview

This position is critical to maintaining continuity in alumni engagement, foundation operations, volunteer leadership support, and fundraising coordination for CAFNR with its strategic partners, specifically its alumni and industrial allies. The Coordinator of External Partnerships will provide dedicated leadership and operational management for both the CAFNR Alumni Association and the CAFNR Foundation.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Manage CAFNR Alumni Association
  • Manage alumni board, including recruitment
  • Plan and implement alumni events - CAFNR Unlimited, CAFNR Golf Classic, CAFNR Alumni Awards, Homecoming Parade Watch Party
  • Build alumni, friends and potential donor relationships
  • Manage & Plan alumni board meetings
  • Manage budgets, membership activities and campus resources
  • Coordinate with Central Advancement on annual giving programs
  • Manage student interns
• 2. Manage CAFNR Foundation
  • Manage a stakeholder foundation board - will work with CAFNR Foundation volunteer leaders and volunteer board
  • Plan and manage board meetings, including minutes of meetings - plan, manage prep for annual meeting, special meetings and on communications with CAFNR Foundation
  • Will coordinate and consult with the CAFNR Deans to provide updates on work and offer recommendations of the CAFNR Foundation, including reporting to the Executive Director of Advancement.
  • Plan events for the board as needed
  • Work with advancement office on coordinated fundraising initiatives
  • Manage budgets and grow memberships

Ideal Competencies of a Successful Candidate

• The ability to learn and translate complex situations and ideas is essential;
• Self-motivation and discipline to regularly set and achieve work goals;
• Self-starter and strong sense of urgency, motivates and inspires others to action;
• Outstanding collaboration as a member of a team and ability to work independently and with many diverse constituencies should be evident;
• Strong organizational skills are required, exemplary interpersonal and written communication skills are essential, as is the ability to favorably affect sophisticated volunteers and donors;
• Desired personal characteristics include the ability to serve as a role model for professionalism and leadership, characterized by trust, mutual respect, high ethical standards and personal accountability;
• Willingness to travel and to work occasional evening or weekend hours as needed;
• Values timeliness when responding to important matters.

Shift

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm with some occasional events

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

A minimum of five years of experience in event planning, including experience working with volunteer boards and other stakeholder groups.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $55,000-63,750 Per Year

Grade: GGS 010

University Title: Advancement Officer

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

Resume and Cover Letter

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Other Information

Our benefits:

• Health Insurance -Three plans to choose from, including our Custom Network Plan; a cost-effective insurance option that utilizes our extensive network of MU-affiliated hospitals, clinics and pharmacies.
• HSA - UM provides between $400 - $1200 in contributions to health savings accounts, depending on plans and dependents
• Dental - 100% coverage for preventative care, with no restrictions on network or non-network providers
• Vision - $0 copays on frames and contact lenses along with a $140 allowance, and a $10 copay on yearly eye exams.
• Retirement - UM will match 100% of up to 8% of eligible pay contributed to a 457(b), with a three-year vesting period on University contributions.
• Tuition Assistance - Up to 75% of tuition and supplemental fees waived for employees, and 50% waived for spouses and dependents
• Time Off - Personal time off (PTO) as well as 10 paid holidays.
• Winter Break - The university observes a paid holiday for the period between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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