Senior Director of Board Relations
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Job Location:
Atlanta, GA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
8 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Minimum Hiring Standards
Bachelors degree and seven years of related supervisory/management experience; or a combination of education and related experience
ABOUT UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT
Georgia State University Advancement works to further Georgia States status as a national leader in student success research and innovation and cultural impact. By connecting with alumni engaging donors and increasing philanthropic support for students and scholars were helping to transform lives and build our global community. The University Advancement Division furthers the university and its mission through several departments including Development Corporate & Foundation Relations Alumni Relations and the Georgia State University Foundation.
Georgia State University Foundation Inc.
At the Georgia State University Foundation we approach our work with passion to be excellent to positively impact the Universitys donors on all levels and to find innovative ways to ensure that we uphold the mission of the University. The foundation is registered to solicit charitable contributions with appropriate state governing authorities. By Supporting GSUs mission through these contributions the Foundation works with the rest of the University Advancement to identify cultivate solicit and steward donors.
These are exciting times at the University Advancement. We are growing and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to identify cultivate and steward donors.
Are you ready for us Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction If you are we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from a wide variety of educational career and personal backgrounds not just because it is the right thing to do but because it makes us a stronger team.
University Advancement is seeking (1)Senior Director of Board Relations (Working Title: GSU Foundation Senior Director of Board Relations)to join the already incredible team taking Georgia State University to the next level of excellence!
WHAT MAKES UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT A GREAT PLACE
Generous benefits including health dental vision tuition assistance retirement etc.
A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with cross-campus and external partners
Professional development opportunity and mentorship
A rapidly growing center within an academic setting
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Job Summary
The Senior Director of Board Relations and GSU Foundation Senior Director of Board Relations is responsible for providing executive-level administrative and strategic support to the Georgia State University Foundation (GSUF) Board its full body special committees and special groups. The GSUF consists of seven (7) committees: Executive Audit Development Finance Investment Nomination and Governance and Real Estate; two (2) special committees: Womens Philanthropy Network & Strategic Planning; and two (2) groups: GSUF Emeriti and the Alumni Association President. This role serves as the primary liaison between the Board executive university leadership and key stakeholders ensuring efficient governance processes and effective communication.
The Senior Director is responsible for leading directing delegating and assisting with all projects including matters involving university officials and other university stakeholders as assigned. This position reports to the Vice President for Advancement and President of the GSU Foundation.
Key Responsibilities
Manage all Georgia State University Foundation Board of Trustees activities and create experiences for activities related to the concert with the board chair or committee chairs; and president of the GSU Foundation craft the meeting content build a calendar two years out and ensure compliance with governance policies.
Organize Board executive meetings retreats and special events ensuring all logistics materials and follow-ups are executed efficiently.
Scout and select venues for meetings activities and retreats. Negotiate contracts and seek approval from university Legal and the President of the GSU Foundation.
Serve as the principal liaison between the Board executive leadership and key stakeholders ensuring seamless communication and operational alignment.
Oversee and coordinate project management efforts and special initiatives assigned by the Board or executive leadership.
Work closely with top-level executives including the President CEO and senior leadership team to align Board initiatives with institutional goals provide strategic input and facilitate executive decision-making processes.
In concert with Advancement leadership develop engagement plans to keep board members connected informed and provide experiences connected to their passion. Engagement experiences will require work with deans research and other executive leadership to match individuals with their passion. Work collaboratively with development gift officers to support Board-related giving initiatives and philanthropic efforts.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. It is understood that the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties if requested by the supervisor. Job descriptions are reviewed periodically and may be revised if deemed necessary.
Individuals will also be required to work some nights and weekends when necessary travel (via plane train or car) at least 15% of the time within and outside of the state of Georgia.
To be fully considered for this position all candidates must submit the following at the time of submission:
- A complete and accurate GSU application.
- Resume.
- Cover Letter outlining your experiences as it relates to the purpose and mission of GSU Advancement.
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Required Experience:
Exec
Key Skills
- Time Management
- Diplomatic Skills
- Risk Management
- Influencing Skills
- Organizational Skill
- Accounting & Finance
- Strategy Management
- People Management
- Industril Knowledge
- Communication
- Negotiation Skills
- Strategic Thinking Skills
- Leadership Skill
- Problem Solving Skills
- Regulatory&Governance
About Company
With seven campuses throughout metro Atlanta, the university provides its world-class faculty and more than 51,000 students with unsurpassed connections to the opportunities available in one of the 21st century’s great global cities.
