Development Programs Coordinator

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Educational opportunities

Work/life balance

Job summary

Auburn University is seeking a Development Programs Coordinator to create and manage development programs and events that engage donors and advance university fundraising initiatives. You will coordinate logistics, speakers, travel, and vendor needs to ensure impactful engagement opportunities.

The role focuses on building donor relationships, supporting fundraising strategies, and ensuring programs run within budget while delivering meaningful experiences for constituents and volunteers across

Qualifications

• Level I requires a Bachelor's degree.
• Level II requires a Bachelor's degree (any discipline) with 2 years of public relations work and general office operations, OR a Master's degree.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, plan, and organize development programs and events, including budget considerations and logistics.
• Monitor and help manage program budgets and ensure alignment with specifications.
• Prepare itineraries and coordinate travel arrangements for participants in development programs.
• Process travel reimbursements and maintain related documentation for post-travel reconciliation.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Bachelor's degree (any discipline) with 2 years PR & general office ops OR Master's degree

Job description

Overview

Advancement at Auburn University is excited to begin the search for a Development Programs Coordinator! Join a dynamic, relationship-driven team where you’ll help create impactful programs, meaningful donor experiences, and fundraising initiatives that advance Auburn University’s mission and future.

What You’ll Do:

• Coordinate and Execute Programs and Events: Plan, organize, and support a variety of development programs, services, fundraising initiatives, and special events. Coordinate logistics such as venue setup, speaker selection, travel arrangements, and vendor or contractual needs to ensure seamless execution and meaningful engagement opportunities.
• Support Strategic Fundraising Efforts: Assist with the development and management of fundraising initiatives and donor engagement strategies that support Auburn University’s philanthropic priorities. Help ensure programs and services operate effectively and within budget expectations.
• Build and Maintain Meaningful Relationships: Create and maintain strong relationships with donors, prospects, volunteers, and constituents through ongoing communication, stewardship efforts, and personalized engagement opportunities that strengthen connections to Auburn.
• Identify and Cultivate Prospective Donors: Conduct research and outreach to identify, screen, and recommend individuals, corporations, and foundations with the potential to support Auburn University through philanthropy or volunteer involvement.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Meaningful Impact: Your work will directly support Auburn University’s mission and help create opportunities that positively impact students, faculty, research, and programs across campus.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values partnership, innovation, and shared success while working alongside passionate professionals dedicated to advancing Auburn.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Experience a role where relationship-building and strategic thinking come together to create meaningful philanthropic impact.
• Culture by Design: Thrive in an environment that champions professional growth, accountability, collaboration, and respect.

Now is the perfect time to join Auburn Advancement, a dynamic team encompassing Operations and Strategy, Culture and Talent, Engagement, Philanthropy, and Communications. Under the visionary leadership of Senior Vice President Rob Wellbaum, Auburn Advancement continues to build momentum and shape the future of philanthropy at Auburn University.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates, plans, and organizes events to include activities such as set-up, selecting speakers, and/or negotiating contractual obligations for resources and logistical considerations.
• Monitors and may develop programs/services budget and ensures programs/services are operating within specifications.
• Prepares itineraries and coordinates travel arrangements for participants involved in Development programs and services.
• Processes travel reimbursements, maintains related documentation, and conducts post-travel follow-up to ensure timely reconciliation of expenses and completion of program requirements.
• Creates and maintains records of prospects, contacts, and constituents.
• Identifies, screens, and recommends individuals, corporations, and foundations that qualify as prospective donors to and/or volunteers.
• Provides information to staff, students, and constituents concerning Auburn University Development issues and concerns through presentation, inquiry response, and/or memorandums/letters.
• Receives and resolves inquiries and problems.
• Creates and maintains donor relations, solicitation, and development.

The nature of this role is highly externally focused, and some travel may be required.

Qualifications

Level I

• Bachelor's degree

Level II

• Bachelor's degree no specific discipline and 2 years of experience in public relations work and general office operations OR
• Master's degree

Contract Type

Continuing

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone:Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

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Posted Date

10/27/2026