Development/Scholarship Coordinator

Location: Normal, AL Category: Other Professional Posted On: Thu Jul 27 2023 Job Description: Summary: The Development/Scholarship Coordinator will provide comprehensive support to the Advancement Department.
This position requires extensive contact with alumni, donors, volunteers, and administrators to carry out broad-based fundaising plans.
The Development/Scholarship Coordinator will also manage and administer the Foundation's portfolio of scholarship funds.
Direct report to Director of Development.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Assist in the drafting and development of fundraising materials both written and electronic and coordinate their design and production.
Assist with coordinating all activities associated with cultivation and recognition events and special projects.
Schedule and support advancement meetings; schedule individual donor meetings for Vice President, Asst.
Vice President and Director of Development.
Maintain and keep current the fundraising policy & procedure manual, advancement webpage, advancement calendar, and advancement training manual.
Maintain the Foundation's scholarship database and website Manage scholarship application process from submission to award assuring compliance and eligibility requirements.
Collaborate with other university departments to ensure scholarships are awarded in a timely manner.
Cross-train with Stewardship Coordinator to learn gift entry, donor acknowledgement, and matching gift process.
Cross-train with Research/Applications Specialist to understand reporting capabilities through learning data entry, data mapping, and data mining.
Cross-train with Grants Coordinator to understand grants cycles, requests for proposals, and effective grant writing.
Job Requirements: Minimum Position Requirements (including certifications, licenses, etc.
) Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications or related field At least three (3) years of previous successful experience in a program coordination or management position Strong customer service with demonstrated ability to build and steward relationships with people from diverse backgrounds Experience with web-based software used to manage program applications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Effective oral and written communication skills to interact with a broad spectrum of constituencies including donors, community leaders, faculty and staff and students.
Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills; strong relational and organizational skills; profound attention to detail and the ability to prioritize Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy required.
Ability to multi-task and work independently in a small, hands-on, fast paced environment Ability to complete multiple assignments within provided time constraints with minimal supervision.
Self-starter who works well independently, but who also strives in a team environment, sharing ideas and working collaboratively.
Energetic, self-motivated, flexible and adaptable with a sense of humor Professional appearance and demeanor Strong sense of ethics and discretion in handling confidential donor information Additional Information: SALARY: The salary for each position is based on the grade/tier in which the position is placed, and the salary within the grade/tier is based on the number of years of related experience or number of years in the hiring rank.
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled Alabama A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Alabama A&M University encourages applications for employment from persons who are members of groups that have been underrepresented based on race, color, national origin, gender, age, or disability.