Development Coordinator, KSB

Development Coordinator

The Development Coordinator for the Kogod School of Business (KSB) is responsible for coordinating and executing activities, which support KSB fundraising initiatives. Under the direction of KSB's Assistant Dean of Advancement, the Development Coordinator provides administrative support to the KSB Development team, serves as a liaison to the KSB Dean's Office and other KSB teams as needed, and ensures the regular solicitation, stewardship, and engagement of KSB constituents by coordinating with relevant teams within AU's Office of Advancement. Additionally, the Development Coordinator is responsible for managing the logistics of and briefings for KSB Development-focused events and activities.

Essential Functions

• Solicitation and Stewardship
• Kogod Team Strategy and Process Development
• Administrative Support
• Kogod Advisory Council (KAC) Support
• Other Duties

Competencies

• Prioritizing and Organizing
• Serving Customers
• Supporting Coworkers

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Full-time
• 35 hours per week
• Periodic night and weekend work required

Salary Range

• $28.00 - $31.00 per hour

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2 - 4 years of relevant experience

Preferred Education and Experience

• Volunteer management, marketing, and major gift solicitation experience
• Two or more years of successful experience in a higher education setting

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Ability to analyze and articulate reasons for giving
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with customer relationship management software, knowledge of gift processing procedures, research, and data management

Benefits

AU offers a competitive benefits package.

Other Details

• Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check
• Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university
• American University is an E-Verify employer

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