Advancement & Partnerships:

Join our dynamic and growing Advancement & Partnerships team as we work together to power partnerships and transform lives through philanthropy.

Together,we can unleash the potential of people and ideas to positively change the world. Your efforts on our team will help us to build the University for the Future.

The Opportunity:

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Advancement & Partnerships:

Join our dynamic and growing Advancement & Partnerships team as we work together to power partnerships and transform lives through philanthropy.

Together,we can unleash the potential of people and ideas to positively change the world. Your efforts on our team will help us to build the University for the Future.

The Opportunity:

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The University of Central Florida is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Coordinator of Annual Giving to join the ChargeOn Fund team, the official fundraising arm for UCF Athletics. This position plays a crucial role in identifying, engaging, and soliciting prospective donors to UCF Athletics through various outreach methods, supporting events, and contributing to the overall operations of the annual giving program.

Responsibilities:

Donor Discovery and Qualification:

• Work on the discovery and qualification of annual giving donors through an omni-channel outreach strategy.

Engagement and Solicitation:

• Conduct face-to-face engagement and solicitation visits during UCF sporting events to develop relationships with leadership annual giving donors and prospects.

Prospect Identification:

• Identify and pursue new prospects through strategic discovery processes to increase the number of alumni contributing to the university at a leadership annual gift level.

Event Support:

• Support leadership on the annual giving team with the execution of fundraising and stewardship events.

Annual Giving Renewals:

• Assist the ChargeOn Fund team with annual giving (philanthropic and premium seating) renewals and support of the priority points program.

Game Day Operations:

• Support Knights Hospitality in premium game day operations for football, basketball, and baseball.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree and 0+ years of relevant experienceor an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219.Click here for more information

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working within a complex university system preferably in non profit, event management, or fundraising.

• Knowledgeable in supporting large, high-profile athletic and/or fundraising events.

• Ability to travel in the state of Florida or within the U.S. as necessary to accomplish goals.

• Experience working with various technologies including knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office and CRM systems.

• Experience in fundraising, donor relations, or a related field.

• Experience in relationship building and working in a position with a high level of public contact with internal and external stakeholders.

• Proven success in relationship building with current and future donors while maintaining ongoing relationships.

The most successful candidates may possess the following qualities:

• Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced work environment.

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Proven ability to lead and direct part-time employees and volunteers.

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills.

• Ability to effectively communicate, handle multiple priorities, and handle the pressure of deadlines.

• Ability and comfortability working in an environment that places a strong emphasis on established goals, metrics, and success.

Additional Application Materials Required:

In addition to your application, please upload a portfolio sample.

Special Instructions to the Applicant:

Advancement and Partnerships values the unique contributions that each team member brings to our division. The determination of a successful candidate's starting salary will vary based on several factors, including education and relevant experience. The anticipated pay scale indicated for this position generally applies to candidates who meet the minimum requirements and several of the preferred qualifications outlined above.

Applicant must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer, as sponsorship is not available for this position.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions

• Education assistance

• Flexible work environment

• And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guideclick here.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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Department

UCF Foundation - Accounting

Work Schedule

UCF business hours are 8am - 5pm. Nights, weekends, and travel as required: Onsite

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$20.29 to $24.86

Job Posting End Date

08-27-2024-12-00-AM

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets. Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President’s Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

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