Executive Strategy & Engagement Lead — Advancement

Midwestern-University

Glendale (AZ)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 125,000

Full time

16 hours ago
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Job summary

Midwestern University is seeking an Assistant Director Executive Strategy, Planning & Engagement in Glendale, AZ. This role partners with the Vice President of University Advancement to shape strategic priorities, coordinate complex projects, and advance fundraising initiatives across Development, Alumni Relations, and Marketing & Communications.

The position requires strong organizational and communication skills, experience in donor relations and executive-level project management, and the

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
  • Five years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising, project management, donor relations and execution.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a strategic partner to the Vice President by anticipating priorities and driving execution of executive initiatives.
  • Support strategic priorities, annual goals, divisional initiatives, and long-range planning efforts.
  • Manage the Vice President's strategic project portfolio and ensure alignment with institutional objectives.
  • Develop comprehensive project plans with objectives, timelines, deliverables, and accountability.
  • Coordinate strategic planning meetings and cross-functional initiatives across the University.

Skills

Fundraising
Project Mgmt
Donor Relations
Executive Support

Education

Bachelor's degree
Master's degree preferred

Tools

CRM systems
Power BI
Microsoft Excel

Job description

Midwestern University is seeking an Assistant Director Executive Strategy, Planning & Engagement in Glendale, AZ. This role partners with the Vice President of University Advancement to shape strategic priorities, coordinate complex projects, and advance fundraising initiatives across Development, Alumni Relations, and Marketing & Communications.

The position requires strong organizational and communication skills, experience in donor relations and executive-level project management, and the

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