Tulane University

The Program Manager, Major Gifts, A.B. Freeman School of Business is a full-time professional administrative position reporting directly to the Managing Director, Major Gifts - A.B. Freeman School of Business.. This position will track and manage all Freeman Advancement communications and will work closely with the Director of Alumni Relations on all projects, communications, and events.. The Program Manager will also provide additional support for the Director of Annual Giving and Reunions for projects, communications, and events related to graduate reunions.. The Program Manager will work closely with other departments including the offices of Advancement Communications, Stewardship and Donor Relations, Legal Affairs, Gift Planning, Annual Giving and Reunions, Corporate and Foundation relations, Office of Campaigns and Administration, other Major Gifts’ units, and offices within the A. B. Freeman School of Business.. Transferrable experience includes meeting/event planning/management, volunteer management, sales, public relations, marketing, admissions, fundraising or trust officer experience.

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Summary The Program Manager, Major Gifts, A.B. Freeman School of Business is a full-time professional administrative position reporting directly to the Managing Director, Major Gifts - A.B. Freeman School of Business. This position will track and manage all Freeman Advancement communications and will work closely with the Director of Alumni Relations on all projects, communications, and events. The Program Manager will also provide additional support for the Director of Annual Giving and Reunions for projects, communications, and events related to graduate reunions. Additionally, the position will take the lead and/or assist with special projects and initiatives as decided by the Managing Director. The Program Manager will work closely with other departments including the offices of Advancement Communications, Stewardship and Donor Relations, Legal Affairs, Gift Planning, Annual Giving and Reunions, Corporate and Foundation relations, Office of Campaigns and Administration, other Major Gifts’ units, and offices within the A. B. Freeman School of Business. Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities <ul><li> Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple demands and/or projects simultaneously.</li><li> Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate and work cooperatively and effectively with high level prospects, donors, and volunteers.</li><li> Ability to make decisions independently, demonstrate initiative and self-starting capacity</li><li> Ability to contribute to the yearly strategic planning of the department</li><li> Ability to mentor and manage a team</li><li> Experience working with sensitive information and ability to maintain strict confidentiality. </li></ul>Required Education And/or Experience <ul><li> Bachelor’s degree and 3 years’ experience in program development, implementation, or management required, or transferrable experience. Transferrable experience includes meeting/event planning/management, volunteer management, sales, public relations, marketing, admissions, fundraising or trust officer experience. </li></ul>OR <ul><li> High school diploma or equivalent an 11 years’ direct experience. </li></ul>Preferred Qualifications <ul><li> Experience in a research university environment.</li><li> Commitment to the values of an institution of higher education.</li><li> Knowledge of various software systems, such as Word, Excel, and a prospect management database.</li></ul>

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