Development Project Manager
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Development Project Manager
The University Advancement team is seeking a detail-oriented and highly professional Development Project Manager to support key initiatives that advance the universitys fundraising and engagement efforts. Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Development this high-level administrative role is ideal for someone who thrives behind the scenes enjoys project-based work and can manage sensitive information with discretion and accuracy.
In this position youll lead and coordinate a range of strategic projects on behalf of the Associate Vice President helping drive progress across Advancement priorities. Youll help manage key initiatives coordinate high-priority projects and ensure the SVPs vision is translated into progress across the division. Youll work closely with colleagues across Advancement including senior leadership to streamline communication prepare briefings and materials and support the successful execution of strategic goals.
A successful candidate will have strong communication and organizational skills a high degree of discretion and experience working with fundraising data and executive-level correspondence. This is a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to USCs mission by enabling the success of its ambitious philanthropic campaigns.
This is a hybrid position under our current work arrangement plan with the expectation of an on-site presence for 3 days/week on the University Park Campus.
University Advancement is committed to non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all where all advancement staff and our stakeholders have the opportunity to connect belong and grow while supporting the University of Southern Californias mission values and goals.
Responsibilities
Research Data & Briefing Support (35%)
Gather organize and analyze data from CRM systems to inform donor strategy briefings and executive decision-making.
Prepare high-quality reports and presentations that surface insights and recommendations for senior leadership.
Create processes to ensure the accuracy accessibility and consistency of advancement data across projects.
Project Management (20%)
Lead and coordinate special projects on behalf of the Associate Vice President for Advancement ensuring timely progress aligned with division goals.
Support planning design and execution of strategic initiatives that span Advancement functions including fundraising alumni engagement and donor relations.
Collaborate with internal teams and campus partners to align project objectives and ensure consistent implementation.
Confidential Materials & Documentation (20%)
Coordinate the development and distribution of sensitive documents including donor communications prospect briefings and strategy memos.
Maintain and manage confidential files and ensure all materials meet Advancement and university standards for data security.
Partner with appropriate offices to ensure seamless handling and review of high-level submissions and documentation.
Administrative Support (15%)
Provide direct administrative support to the Senior Vice President for Advancement and Associate Vice President including calendar management meeting coordination and logistical planning.
Arrange and manage travel itineraries process expense reimbursements and ensure timely submission of financial documentation.
Support general administrative tasks and office operations to ensure smooth day-to-day function of the leadership team.
Stakeholder Communication and Reporting (10%)
Serve as a key liaison and resource on Advancement priorities working cross-functionally and in coordination with the schools/college Advancement offices to move projects forward.
Maintain and enhance systems and workflows to support project tracking reporting and knowledge management.
Produce regular updates on project milestones timelines and deliverables.
Create tools and resources to support ongoing operational efficiency and transparency.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree.
Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education.
Minimum of five years of professional experience in supporting executive-level leaders or managing strategic projects preferably in a higher education or advancement setting
Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to prepare clear and concise reports and deliver formal presentations to senior management and other audiences.
Ability to juggle a vast quantity of incoming information interruptions and inquiries with a high level of professionalism and tolerance for ambiguity.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong project/program management skills with demonstrated effectiveness in data analysis critical thinking creative problem solving.
Discretion and professionalism in handling confidential and sensitive information.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint) and familiarity with project management or workflow tools (e.g. Asana Smartsheet).
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with data and CRM systems preferably Salesforce or a university-specific advancement database.
Experience with donor and prospect strategy briefing preparation or advancement operations.
Understanding of university advancement fundraising strategy and alumni engagement.
In addition the successful candidate must also demonstrate through ideas words and actions a strong commitment toUSCs Unifying Valuesof integrity excellence community well-being open communication and accountability.
Required Documents
Resume and cover letter required (may be uploaded as one file). Please do not submit your application without these documents.
Compensation and Benefits
The budgeted salary range for this position is $89681 $100000. When extending an offer of employment the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position the candidates work experience education/training key skills internal peer alignment federal state and local laws contractual stipulations grant funding as well as external market and organizational considerations.
To support faculty and staff well-being USC provides benefits-eligible employees with a broad range of benefits and perks to help protect their and their dependents health wealth and future. These benefits are available as part of the overall compensation and total rewards package. You can learn more about USCs comprehensive benefitshere.
Minimum Education: Bachelors degreeMinimum Experience: 5 years
Minimum Field of Expertise: Administrative or project administration experience.
USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to theBackground Screening Policy Appendix Dfor specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at or by email at. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.
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