Director for Development and Alumni Affairs

Job Overview The Director for Development and Alumni Relations – VCOM Louisiana is charged with developing and implementing a strategic advancement program that integrates fundraising, alumni relations, and stewardship. The Director will solicit philanthropic gifts from alumni, friends, corporations, and foundations, which align with the overall College’s strategic priorities, and is responsible for developing a strategic plan for alumni relations for the VCOM-Louisiana campus. The highly motivated professional will be involved with the planning and implementation of major gift and annual fundraising efforts in support of current operations, endowment, capital, and other priorities from private sources. They will fulfill the duties under the directions of the Vice President for College Development and Alumni Affairs and in close cooperation with overall leadership of the College’s central Development and Alumni Office. Duties: Development 85% Build and grow the level of private donor support from alumni, friends, corporations, and foundations. Provide stewardship and written reports to current major gift donors, corporations, and foundations. Solicit gifts through person-to-person visits, group presentations, and phone calls. Develop and manage a portfolio of major gift prospects for the purpose of qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. The candidate should develop a portfolio of major gift prospects and focus on obtaining gifts of $25,000 and above. the number of major gift prospects in the portfolio will be reviewed and updated annually. Meet with prospective donors and supporters on a continual basis and align the donor's interest with the strategic priorities of VCOM. Prepare written informational materials, endowment agreements, gift illustrations, and other materials needed to secure major gifts. Provide timely written acknowledgments and receipts to donors on the VCOM-Louisiana campus. With consultation from the President, Dean, and Vice President, manage the ULM football suite to capitalize on cultivation and stewardship opportunities with both donors and leadership at key clinical sites. Develop and provide a strategic plan for alumni relations. Ensure the College complies with donors' wishes using funds in the manner designated when the gifts are made. When appropriate, as in the case of grants, work with faculty to provide additional progress reports about specific projects and their impact on students. Serve as a liaison with outside community organizations as directed by the Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations, Dean, and President. Attend state, regional, and national conferences. Work closely with the College-wide Alumni and Development team to exhibit and interact with possible donors and alumni and help recruit preceptors. Advancement Services and Administrative Management 15% Maintain and update information in the raiser's Edge/Blackbaud alumni and development database. Facilitate communication and promote the reputation of VCOM and alumni engagement by working with the Vice President for Communications Marketing, Website and Publications. Help develop and monitor the VCOM-Louisiana Development and Alumni Relations annual program operating budget. Required Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree, master's preferred Minimum of three years of demonstrated successful fundraising or sales experience with an emphasis on building a portfolio of donors or clients and closing gifts or completing a sales cycle. Ability to prioritize and organize complex projects. Experience calling, conducting face to face appointments, managing relationships, and creating and presenting proposals A valid motor vehicle operator’s license with an acceptable driving record. Must be able and willing to work some weekends, evenings, and travel. Commitment to college values Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) 403(b) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: Evenings as needed Nights as needed Weekends as needed Ability to Relocate: Monroe, LA 71203: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person