Job Description:

• Develops and promotes relationship strategies for prospects in an assigned portfolio.
• Successfully engages alumni, faculty, staff and constituents in intercollegiate athletics development activities.
• Oversees and assists with Bronco Athletic Fund benefit fulfillment to successfully steward donors.
• Assists with premium seating solicitations and logistics.
• Assists with identifying potential prospects, including determining the interest and affiliation with the University.
• Builds relationships with donors and assists in coordinating strategies and personal visits for the involvement of institutional partners.
• Assists with gift proposals and agreements.

Short Job Description:

• Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited institution.
• Three years' relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, advertising, public relations, communications or related field.
• Demonstrated professionalism.
• Capable of motivating volunteers and donors.
• Strong self-motivation.
• Ability to work as a team member in a complex organization.
• Ability to travel.
• Ability to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including evenings and weekends.

Job Ref: S1181P

Job Reply URL: 3904

About Western Michigan University

One of the top-100 public universities in the United States, Western Michigan University is committed to being learner centered, discovery driven and globally engaged. Founded in 1903, what was once Western Michigan College became Michigan's fourth public university in 1957. Since then, WMU has undergone dramatic growth in size and stature. Today, the University offers more than 240 academic programs to students pursuing degrees through the doctoral level. More than 20 percent of its 25,000 students are enrolled in graduate course work, studying in disciplines ranging from atomic physics and graph theory to medieval literature and blind rehabilitation. Of 101 graduate offerings available, 30 lead to a doctoral degree.

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