Assistant Director of Donor Communications & Events

EXPIRED

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Please note this position is not visa sponsorship eligible.

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Key Accountabilities

| Description |
Communications

In close collaboration with the senior managing director of athletics fundraising, oversee the creation and distribution of Friends communications, including developing a 12-month master communication calendar for all varsity sports and club programs. This includes strategizing content delivery and utilizing various digital platforms effectively for key stakeholders to stay informed, foster engagement and strengthen relationships. Work closely with varsity coaches and club sport leadership to ensure quality control and consistency across all Friends Group donor communications for assigned sports Including by not limited to: drafting, monitoring, editing, and advising on print newsletters, web pages, social media tools, and mass emails, ensuring all materials align with the DCARD’s brand and verbal standards and collaborate with other departments to ensure consistent and cohesive messaging across all donor communi-cations. Coordinate prompt responses to donor inquiries with prospect managers and frontline fundraising staff to provide excellent customer service to ensure a positive donor experience. Analyze donor communication metrics to assess the effectiveness of different strategies and make data-driven improvements. | | Percentage Of Time | 40 |

| Description |
Donor Stewardship

Identify and coordinate proactive and strategic stewardship opportunities for DCARD teams, coaches and staff when traveling for away competition, recruiting, or business travel to connect with local alumni. In coordination with the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Development, collaborate with the Dartmouth College Athletics Advancement staff to ensure coaches and club sport student leaders interact with Donors and potential Donors (e.g., Friends Boards, chairs, full-groups, parents, Alumni, etc. ) in a manner that constructively supports the Advancement Office’s athletic and central fundraising efforts, providing advance preparation materials and support to align efforts and maximize impact. Work in collaboration with the assistant director of athletics stewardship and Dartmouth College Athletics Advancement staff to develop and implement donor recognition programs specific to athletics events. Track and analyze donor engagement metrics year-over-year and against industry best practices/standards to inform and enhance stewardship practices. | | Percentage Of Time | 25 |

| Description |
Event Organization

Maintain the master athletics alumni and parents event schedule, ensuring appropriate involvement of DCARD staff (Administration and Coaches), Dartmouth College Advancement, and Alumni Relations personnel to maximize engagement and attendance while identifying engagement opportunities for the director of athletics and recreation and the president of the college. Work closely with the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Development and the Advancement team to identify key donors and stakeholders to invite to specific events to ensure maximizing the Director of Athletics’ time and strategic touch points. Plan, execute and continuously evaluate stewardship events for effectiveness and value added. These events include but are not limited to game receptions, alumni games/Alumni Weekends, golf fundraisers/outings, championship team reunions, sport program anniversaries, and other stewardship events. Collaborate closely with DCARD administration, varsity coaches, sport administrators, the athletics fundraising team, and alumni volunteers to ensure successful events. Manage logistics for stewardship events, including but not limited to securing locations, reservations, catering, invitations, event agendas/programming, post-event follow-up, budget management, attendance, and CRM records. | | Percentage Of Time | 20 |

| Description |
Serve as the primary point-of-contact for planning and execution of special projects for current and prospective donors (i.e., Wearers of the Green), including collaboration with campus colleagues in Alumni Relations, Advancement, and the President’s office. Manage high-profile internal projects that require intensive efforts for set time frames, such as significant anniversaries or celebrations, ensuring these projects are completed successfully and on time. | | Percentage Of Time | 15 |

| -- | Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others. | | -- | Performs other duties as assigned. |

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