Location(Primary Location for Job Responsibilities) Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.
Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.
Job SummaryBuilds and directs a strategic Corporate and Foundation communications program to broaden existing, establish new and sustain permanent partnerships with corporations and foundations that will result in funding for the immediate and long-term goals and priorities for the University. Works closely with internal campus stakeholders to implement a coordinated structure around core areas of mutual interest, ensuring ongoing, effective communication, cooperation and responsiveness with external funders. Oversees a metrics-based program reflective of best practices nationally and tailored to the unique characteristics and aspirations of Kennesaw State University.
Responsibilities KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Advances the mission of the University by planning, organizing and implementing strategies to build relationships that lead to major gift proposals for Corporate and Foundation prospects
2. Participates in the development of Major Gift fundraising efforts
3. Maintains a portfolio of high-level corporate donors as needed
4. Meets weekly as required with potential corporate prospects
5. Collaborates with university's Development office to ensure communication of overall advancement goals
6. Designs, leads and directs the development and oversight of established goals, objectives, operating plans, budgets, staffing and volunteer management plans for CFR
7. Maintains focus on best outcomes of CFR
8. Oversees assigned staff and department operations
9. Works with team members to develop and maintain collaborative relationships across campus and in the local community to identify core areas of mutual opportunity and benefit, sharing expertise, designing activities and programs
10. Implements an outside-in approach that recognizes the needs and priorities of corporations and aligns the strengths of KSU to pursue large fundraising opportunities
11. Works with team members and Strategic Communications to develop and produce marketing materials for specific corporate and foundation groups
12. Oversees team members' project management CFR proposals including invitations, messaging, target audience, and budget
13. Works with team members and Strategic Communications to represent KSU CFR on the website, through social media, and printed media (i.e., magazine)
14. Works with fundraising team to prepare donor proposals and reports, assesses progress toward achieving goals, analyzes information to identify trends and evaluates effectiveness and adjusts as needed
Required QualificationsEducational RequirementsBachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education
Other Required Qualifications Current, valid, and unrestricted Georgia driver's license
Required Experience Five (5) years of related experience including managerial or supervisory experience
Preferred QualificationsAdditional Preferred Qualifications Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE)
Preferred Educational Qualifications Master's degree from an accredited institution of higher education
Preferred Experience Progressively responsible fundraising and corporate relations and/or corporate business development experience, preferably in higher education at a comprehensive or complex research university
Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesABILITIES Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
Able to represent KSU at professional and University meetings and communicate goals and priorities of the University to KSU leadership
KNOWLEDGE Knowledge of trends and best practices for fundraising efforts
Knowledge of analytical and data review processes
SKILLS Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette
USG Core ValuesThe University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Other InformationThis is a supervisory position.
This position has financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel over 75% of the time.
Background Check - Standard Enhanced + Education & DMV
Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.
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