Donor Relations & Programs Coordinator

University of California-Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bancroft Library Coordinator supports the library’s engagement with donors, alumni, volunteers, and the public. Reporting to the Bancroft Director, the role works with Bancroft and University Library staff to provide high-level administrative support for donor stewardship, public programs, and publications.

As part of the Friends of The Bancroft Library, you will collaborate with the Council Executive Committee and fund-raising teams to develop programs, manage communications, and ensure

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of building and maintaining relations with alumni and key constituencies.
• Organizational skills to meet deadlines and plan events.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications with tact and political acumen.
• Solid research, analytical, and critical thinking abilities with good judgment.
• Proven project management skills including event planning and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities of the Friends Council, planning and supporting quarterly meetings and annual meeting.
• Develop agendas, presentation materials, and remarks for events and meetings.
• Lead donor stewardship coordination with Bancroft Library staff.
• Liaise with UC Berkeley Library Communications; prepare publications, newsletters, and social posts.
• Design and support programs, events, and communication strategies for Bancroft donors and constituents.
• Collaborate with Library Development Office on donor research and prospect development.
• Assist with donor visits: scheduling, reports, briefings, and presentations.
• Ensure donor data accuracy in campus systems.
• Coordinate meeting and event logistics, tours, and open houses.
• Assist in budgeting and insurance/tax/compliance for the group.

Skills

Alumni relations

Event planning

Communication

Research & analysis

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

The Bancroft Library Coordinator supports the library’s engagement with donors, alumni, volunteers, and the public. Reporting to the Bancroft Director, the role works with Bancroft and University Library staff to provide high-level administrative support for donor stewardship, public programs, and publications.

As part of the Friends of The Bancroft Library, you will collaborate with the Council Executive Committee and fund-raising teams to develop programs, manage communications, and ensure