Gift Planning Operations Coordinator

Iowa State University Foundation; Ames (IA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa State University Foundation is seeking an organized, service-oriented administrative professional to support the Gift Planning team in Ames, IA. The role focuses on calendar management, travel coordination, and data integrity within our CRM, while assisting with marketing programs and stakeholder communications.

Ideal candidates will have strong MS Office skills, Excel/SharePoint, and experience with fundraising CRM systems, enabling effective cross-team collaboration and confidential

Qualifications

• 5-6 years of work experience related to the employment area. Education may be substituted for years of work experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate travel and post-travel follow-ups for development officers and the AVP.
• Schedule meetings including reserving rooms, catering, and arranging payments.
• Monitor data accuracy in CRM and maintain updated constituent information.
• Support gift planning marketing programs and analysis (e-marketing, newsletters, brochures, e-newsletters, mailers).
• Create internal communications and update colleagues on gift planning matters.
• Coordinate seminars, webinars, conferences, and training sessions; assist with event exhibits.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

SharePoint

PowerPoint

CRM experience

Effective communication

Organized

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Time management

Adaptable

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Iowa State University Foundation is seeking an organized, service-oriented administrative professional to support the Gift Planning team in Ames, IA. The role focuses on calendar management, travel coordination, and data integrity within our CRM, while assisting with marketing programs and stakeholder communications.

Ideal candidates will have strong MS Office skills, Excel/SharePoint, and experience with fundraising CRM systems, enabling effective cross-team collaboration and confidential