Job Title: Assc Dir-Dev Fundraising
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 236813
Department Information

OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENT: The Office of Development is principally responsible for securing the understanding and philanthropic support of the private sector for the Institute and its programs. The Office focuses its efforts on obtaining commitments for major and principal gifts to the Institute and its associated foundation(s) and leads the comprehensive fundraising efforts, which results in gift revenues in excess of $100 million annually and nearly $200 million in new gifts and commitments during Fiscal Year 2020. Support is sought to enable the Institute and its colleges, schools, and other programs to achieve strategic objectives that will keep our educational programs on the leading edge of discoveries and developments.

IVAN ALLEN COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS: The liberal arts have been a part of Georgia Tech since the university first opened its doors in Atlanta in 1888, with English as one of the original six subjects offered. The Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts, established in 1990, consists of six schools, three ROTC units and several research centers, and exemplifies strengths in humanities and social sciences. The six schools are: Economics; History and Sociology; Literature, Media, and Communication; Modern Languages; Public Policy; and the Sam Nunn School of International Affairs.

The College provides innovative, human-centered perspectives at the intersections of humanities, social sciences, arts and STEM, developing leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. Ivan Allen College has twelve areas where curriculum and research bridge across two or more schools in the college: computational social science; digital humanities; energy, environmental & sustainability; ethics and emerging technologies; gender studies; global development; global languages and cultures; health analytics and policy; media studies; security (cyber, economic, health, food & international); science and technology policy and governance; and social justice. We enrich knowledge-making enterprises dynamically, encourage ethical principles in our engagements with a broad variety of communities. Ivan Allen College has more than 150 tenured, tenure-track and permanent research faculty, who prepare students to be leaders capable of balancing a richly defined base of expertise with a well-grounded sense of responsibility. The roster includes seven fellows of the American Academy for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), one of only a handful of academics to hold appointments to both the National Academy of Sciences and the National Academy of Engineering, a fellow of the National Academy of Public Administration, a Fulbright Scholar, and a National Book Award finalist, to name but a few. Our programs encompass traditional fields as well as unique and professional disciplines. Many of our faculty members engage in ground-breaking, interdisciplinary research to solve complex issues of the world. Enterprising activities in our college include the School of Economics’ health analytics lab and groundbreaking work on poverty; the School of History and Sociology’s focus on social justice and technology, and the nexus of sports, society and technology; the School of Literature, Media, and Communication’s digital media labs and creative arts and film showcases; the School of Modern Language’s Atlanta Global Studies Center’s work to enhance access to advanced language learning and deepen knowledge of global and intercultural issues; the School of Public Policy’s collaboration with computing and engineering on cybersecurity policy, and degrees in sustainability management; the Nunn School’s work to address issues in international security related to emerging technology and global development, and being home to eight Distinguished Professors of Practice, including its namesake, the Honorable Sam Nunn; and four of our ROTC officers being the first students from Georgia Tech to be directly commissioned into the U.S. Space Force. The College currently has 837 undergraduate students and 617 graduate students; however, we instruct, serve, and support almost every Georgia Tech student. Students can choose from 17 undergraduate degrees, including seven five-year bachelor/master’s programs; 12 master’s programs; two online master’s programs; six doctoral programs; 30 minors; and 26 undergraduate and graduate certificate programs. We have more than 4,500 living alumni worldwide, with largest densities in the following locations: GA, CA, VA, DC, NY TX, FL, and NC. Alumni of Ivan Allen College programs can be found in a wide variety of organizations and sectors, including: Georgia Tech and other academic institutions; consulting firms (e.g., Booz Allen Hamilton, Deloitte Consulting, Accenture); Fortune 500 and industry-leading companies (e.g., Google, Facebook, Coca-Cola, Home Depot, IBM, Delta Air Lines, Microsoft, Mailchimp, Cartoon Network); government agencies (e.g., mayor’s office, governor’s

office, Georgia Department of Economic Development, U.S. Department of State, NASA, other state and federal agencies); and non-profit institutions (e.g., Atlanta Regional Commission, Boys and Girls Club, Teach for America).

Job Summary Front-line development officer responsible for assisting with the planning and implementation of a coordinated program of fundraising activities, leveraging the counsel and support of a seasoned development director serving as team leader and supervisor. Uses professional relationship building skills to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift donors and prospective donors capable of making gifts of $25,000 or more. Support special events to involve and cultivate major gift donors and prospects. Identifies stewardship opportunities for major gift donors. Collaborates with deans, school chairs, and faculty, and coordinates with other development and alumni relations staff. This role provides an opportunity to broaden knowledge of fundraising approaches. This position is expected to contribute to team results while building long term, meaningful donor relationships. Typically solicits gifts in the range of $25,000 to $250,000 and is accountable for raising up to $750,000 per year. Manages a prospect pool of up to 200 prospects.

Will interact on a regular basis with: Alumni, Parents, Corporate and Foundation Representatives, Staff, and Volunteers.

Typically will advise and counsel: Unit Leadership, Deans, Development Officers, and Faculty.

Will supervise: N/A

Responsibilities

Job Duty 1 -
Assist with the design and/or implementation of comprehensive fundraising plans for assigned college, school, program, region, or constituency.

Job Duty 2 -
Use professional relationship building skills to develop and implement plans and strategies for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gift donors and prospective donors. Close major gifts and commitments, both personally and in coordination with supervisor, with a typical gift range of $25,000 to $250,000, and an average annual fundraising accountability up to $750,000.

Job Duty 3 -
Establish and maintain a high degree of collaboration with other development officers and staff, as well as deans, school chairs, faculty, and other Institute academic and executive officers.

Job Duty 4 -
Submit timely contact reports, prospect plans, and solicitations into tracking system.

Job Duty 5 -
Participate in the preparation of written development materials including case statements, proposals, impact reports, and fundraising initiative/campaign related literature for assigned college, school, and/or program(s).

Job Duty 6 -
Support special events and/or staff advisory board meetings to involve and cultivate major gift donors and prospective donors.

Job Duty 7 -
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications Educational Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Experience
Two to four years of job related experience in fundraising, and/or relevant experience in sales, marketing, or other related fields.

Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience
Two plus years of proven development experience and results in soliciting and closing annual gifts and/or major gifts, and/or experience in a Development Services role in a higher education setting and a campaign environment.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities ABILITIES
Use of office related computer applications is required. Travel is an essential part of the position as is participation in evening and weekend activities. Focus primarily on securing major gifts and grants from alumni, other individuals, corporations, and foundations.

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of fundraising approaches and the strong interpersonal skills, ethical standards, and good judgement.

SKILLS
Excellent skills in building long-term relationships, and persuasive written and verbal communication skills. Requires skills in prioritizing, negotiating, strategic planning, project management, program administration and organization.

Other Information No job description availableSpecial Applicant Instructions

Presidential Executive Order 14042 requires most federal contractors, including federal contractors within the University System of Georgia, to comply with Covid-19 guidance from the Safer Federal Workforce Task Force (“Task Force”).
Details of the order can be found here (https://tinyurl.com/ycksycsn) Georgia Tech must ensure that all employees covered under the Executive Order (“covered employees”), including those working remotely in the United States, are fully vaccinated by January19, 2022 or by their first day of work in a covered role.

This position is covered by the Executive Order. Accommodations or exemptions for medical conditions can be requested by individuals who would otherwise be covered but have a disability, medical condition, or sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance.