The University of Vermont Foundation
Assistant Director of Development Events
The University of Vermont Foundation, Burlington, Vermont, us, 05405
JOB TITLE:
Assistant Director of Development Events
REPORTS TO:
Executive Director of Principal and Major Gifts Stewardship
EFFECTIVE DATE:
September 2, 2024, or a negotiated date agreed upon by both parties.
FTE:
Full-Time
Salary range:
$55,000-65,000K; plus the UVM Foundation’s progressive benefits package which includes: a comprehensive health plan; dental, vision, and life insurance, a robust paid time off package; a 403(b) plan with immediate vesting and contributions; and tuition remission.
LOCATION:
Burlington, Vermont
JOB-TYPE/HOURS:
On-site. Occasional evening/weekend and off-site event hours will be required.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Assistant Director of Development Events is responsible for the planning, coordination, support, and execution of events related to fundraising and development on behalf of the University of Vermont Foundation. The Assistant Director will primarily execute events that advance the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of principal and major gifts donors. Working collaboratively with the Associate Director of Major Gifts Stewardship and members of the Foundation’s Development Team, this staff member will use their event planning expertise to create opportunities for meaningful connections with donors that align with their passions and advance their commitment to the University.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
75% Plan, manage, and execute strategic events for the Development Team and the Foundation
Manage the planning and execution of events with a focus on maximizing fundraising objectives, including the positive engagement of high-net-worth volunteers and constituents with the capability to make major and principal gifts to the University of Vermont.
Collaborate with members of the Development Team in the assessment of event outcomes and evaluation of unmanaged attendees for pipeline development.
Design and implement event plans that ensure University and Foundation Leadership are positioned and supported for successful interactions with prospects and donors.
Manager partner relationship(s) for event support and operations. including with campus partners, University Event Services, and external vendors.
Provide efficient, thorough, courteous, and timely support to event hosts.
Develop, implement, monitor, and oversee protocols for the involvement of the UVM President, Provost, and other University leaders in Principal and Major Gift events.
20% Event Oversight and Evaluation
Evaluate Development Team event planning and execution effectiveness through cost, cultivation and stewardship efforts, attendance, etc. and incorporate results in future planning.
Oversee a schedule of events that advance the University’s current and emerging fundraising priorities.
Collaborate with event colleagues in the Foundation to ensure that the Principal and Major Gift agenda and desired outcomes are prioritized for the Foundation’s organization-wide events, including Investitures, Celebrating Excellence and Celebrating Scholarships, and other events planned in conjunction to Foundation Board meetings.
Collaborate with colleagues in marketing and communications to ensure that events advance the brand and mission of both the University of Vermont and the UVM Foundation.
5% Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM SKILLS & ABILITIES
Understanding of all event planning components including budget creation, event logistics, material production, and data tracking.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work professionally with vendors, Foundation colleagues, UVM campus partners, and event guests.
Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality of constituent information and interactions.
Demonstrated commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, combined with the ability to meaningfully apply those principles to strategy development and implementation.
Ability to work occasional evening and/or weekend hours and travel for event execution.
Ability to work in a team environment, sharing ideas and contributing to group projects.
PREFERRED SKILLS & ABILITIES
Management of multiple projects simultaneously with a keen eye for detail and successful implementation.
Experience implementing creative strategies to optimize event planning and execution, especially in relation to event’s fundraising potential.
Budget development and management.
Proven success in developing engagement strategies that build investment and involvement.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years professional or volunteer experience in event planning, preferably in higher education; OR any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.
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Assistant Director of Development Events
REPORTS TO:
Executive Director of Principal and Major Gifts Stewardship
EFFECTIVE DATE:
September 2, 2024, or a negotiated date agreed upon by both parties.
FTE:
Full-Time
Salary range:
$55,000-65,000K; plus the UVM Foundation’s progressive benefits package which includes: a comprehensive health plan; dental, vision, and life insurance, a robust paid time off package; a 403(b) plan with immediate vesting and contributions; and tuition remission.
LOCATION:
Burlington, Vermont
JOB-TYPE/HOURS:
On-site. Occasional evening/weekend and off-site event hours will be required.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Assistant Director of Development Events is responsible for the planning, coordination, support, and execution of events related to fundraising and development on behalf of the University of Vermont Foundation. The Assistant Director will primarily execute events that advance the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of principal and major gifts donors. Working collaboratively with the Associate Director of Major Gifts Stewardship and members of the Foundation’s Development Team, this staff member will use their event planning expertise to create opportunities for meaningful connections with donors that align with their passions and advance their commitment to the University.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
75% Plan, manage, and execute strategic events for the Development Team and the Foundation
Manage the planning and execution of events with a focus on maximizing fundraising objectives, including the positive engagement of high-net-worth volunteers and constituents with the capability to make major and principal gifts to the University of Vermont.
Collaborate with members of the Development Team in the assessment of event outcomes and evaluation of unmanaged attendees for pipeline development.
Design and implement event plans that ensure University and Foundation Leadership are positioned and supported for successful interactions with prospects and donors.
Manager partner relationship(s) for event support and operations. including with campus partners, University Event Services, and external vendors.
Provide efficient, thorough, courteous, and timely support to event hosts.
Develop, implement, monitor, and oversee protocols for the involvement of the UVM President, Provost, and other University leaders in Principal and Major Gift events.
20% Event Oversight and Evaluation
Evaluate Development Team event planning and execution effectiveness through cost, cultivation and stewardship efforts, attendance, etc. and incorporate results in future planning.
Oversee a schedule of events that advance the University’s current and emerging fundraising priorities.
Collaborate with event colleagues in the Foundation to ensure that the Principal and Major Gift agenda and desired outcomes are prioritized for the Foundation’s organization-wide events, including Investitures, Celebrating Excellence and Celebrating Scholarships, and other events planned in conjunction to Foundation Board meetings.
Collaborate with colleagues in marketing and communications to ensure that events advance the brand and mission of both the University of Vermont and the UVM Foundation.
5% Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM SKILLS & ABILITIES
Understanding of all event planning components including budget creation, event logistics, material production, and data tracking.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work professionally with vendors, Foundation colleagues, UVM campus partners, and event guests.
Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality of constituent information and interactions.
Demonstrated commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, combined with the ability to meaningfully apply those principles to strategy development and implementation.
Ability to work occasional evening and/or weekend hours and travel for event execution.
Ability to work in a team environment, sharing ideas and contributing to group projects.
PREFERRED SKILLS & ABILITIES
Management of multiple projects simultaneously with a keen eye for detail and successful implementation.
Experience implementing creative strategies to optimize event planning and execution, especially in relation to event’s fundraising potential.
Budget development and management.
Proven success in developing engagement strategies that build investment and involvement.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years professional or volunteer experience in event planning, preferably in higher education; OR any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.
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