Senior Major Gifts & Programs Coordinator

Tulane University; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University is seeking a Senior Advancement Coordinator for Major Gifts in the School of Business. Based in New Orleans, the role supports frontline officers with travel, meetings, and reports while coordinating events and donor stewardship.

The position requires strong communication, organizational skills, and experience with MS Office; Salesforce familiarity is preferred. Some college or higher education experience is beneficial, with occasional night/weekend hours expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 3-years related/transferable experience; or Bachelor’s Degree.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.
• Some college is preferred in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Supports the day-to-day operations and provides administrative aid for the unit as directed by the Managing Director.
• Arranges and coordinates meetings with team members and others as needed; prepares monthly giving reports for dean and School-based director.
• Assists frontline officers with trip planning, including travel arrangements and reports; ensures gifts are properly accounted and donors’ stewardship.
• Maintains inventory levels of supplies and development collateral; organizes program files (hard copy and electronic).
• Coordinates events (Deans/Directors Advisory Committee meetings, regional events, campaign activities) and manages on-site logistics; handles RSVPs and updates with constituents.
• Processes trip expenses and reimbursements; manages the program budget; tracks and reconciles reports.
• Provides prospect management support; documents activity in CRM, including event attendance and volunteer activities.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Night/weekend availability

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree

Some college

Tools

MS Office

Salesforce CRM

Job description

Tulane University is seeking a Senior Advancement Coordinator for Major Gifts in the School of Business. Based in New Orleans, the role supports frontline officers with travel, meetings, and reports while coordinating events and donor stewardship.

The position requires strong communication, organizational skills, and experience with MS Office; Salesforce familiarity is preferred. Some college or higher education experience is beneficial, with occasional night/weekend hours expected.