Coordinator, Corporate and Foundation Relations University Advancement
Clayton, OH - USA
Job Summary
This position is responsible for managing and coordinating calendars meetings communications data and workflows to ensure smooth and efficient operations. The Coordinator prepares activity reports on behalf of the Assistant Vice Chancellor tracks and reports on departmental metrics and manages special projects as assigned. By maintaining accurate information supporting strategic initiatives and facilitating timely decision-making the Coordinator plays a critical role in advancing goals related to corporate and foundation giving and engagement.
Ultimately this position helps create a well-organized responsive and collaborative environment that allows the Assistant Vice Chancellor and reporting teams to focus on achieving University Advancement objectives.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Executive and Administrative Support:
- Provide high-level administrative support to the Assistant Vice Chancellor (AVC) including complex calendar prioritization inbox triage and managing competing demands.
- Support three Executive Directors on an as-needed basis with higher-level scheduling and coordination tied to key initiatives and deliverables.
- Coordinate and prepare materials for executive-level meetings (e.g. agendas briefing documents talking points summaries) and ensure appropriate follow-up.
- Plan and coordinate AVC travel and trip logistics including strategic itineraries and preparation of briefings and collateral materials.
- Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and sound judgment.
- Assist the AVC in advancing strategic initiatives by researching background information organizing input from across University Advancement and synthesizing information into clear materials.
Meetings Events & Team Coordination: Operational coordination of meetings/events and alignment across the three teams.
- Schedule and coordinate routine and ad hoc meetings.
- Serve as the primary point person for calendar coordination including within the broader development vertical resolving conflicts and ensuring key participants are included.
- Support the logistical execution of internal and selected external meetings/events (room/virtual setup tech needs catering room holds and attendee communication).
- Track and distribute meeting action items and follow-ups for team-level meetings to ensure clarity and accountability.
- Help align team calendars and meeting cadences with institutional priorities and key deadlines.
Data Systems & Metrics Management:
- Help maintain accurate and up-to-date records of corporate and foundation interactions in University Advancements Salesforce-based Customer Relationship Management system ARCH including drafting activity reports on behalf of the AVC.
- Track and report on metrics in support of the AVC.
- Perform data entry updates and quality checks to support reporting accuracy and compliance.
- Generate standard and ad hoc reports to support planning strategy and performance review.
- Assist the AVC with tracking and summarizing metrics for the three teams (corporate relations corporate engagement foundation relations).
- Conduct basic data analysis to identify trends and inform decisions.
Project Coordination & Strategic Initiatives:
- Coordinate special projects from inception through completion including timelines task tracking and communication with stakeholders.
- Participate in internal strategy meetings focused on increasing corporate giving corporate engagement and foundation giving documenting decisions and next steps.
- Work across University Advancement to assemble consolidate and organize collateral materials for projects campaigns and leadership presentations.
- Monitor project progress flag risks or delays and help ensure timely completion of deliverables.
Communications Stakeholder Relations & Internal Presence:
- Serve as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders routing inquiries and ensuring timely professional responses.
- Coordinate workflows and communication across departments that report to the AVC helping keep stakeholders informed and aligned.
- Draft and edit internal communications (e.g. updates summaries announcements) as requested.
Team Culture Engagement & Process Improvement:
- Serve as a point person for morale-boosting ideas and initiatives across the three teams proposing activities and gathering feedback.
- Implement approved engagement and recognition activities managing logistics and communication.
- Identify opportunities to streamline administrative processes improve workflows and enhance efficiency.
- Participate in training and professional development related to systems tools and best practices.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
- Normal office environment
Physical Effort
- Typically sitting at a desk or table
Equipment
- Office equipment
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Drivers License:
- Proficiency with databases spreadsheets and basic reporting.
- Prior experience in a university or higher education environment.
- Clear interest in building a long-term career-level commitment to this type of role.
- Warm collegial presence demonstrating kindness compassion and a positive approach to working with others.
- Ability to understand and work in a large complex organization with its established processes.
This position is located in St. Louis MO and the targeted hiring range for this position is $21.17 - $24.50 per hour.
Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Adaptability Business Interactions Collaboration Communication Confidentiality Customer Service Database Software Databasing Deadline Management Detail-Oriented Highly Developed Interpersonal Interpersonal Interactions Microsoft Office Optimism Professional Etiquette Proofreading Qualtrics Social Interaction Sound Judgment Task Organization Team Collaboration Time Management Workload PrioritizationFor frequently asked questions about the application process please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
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All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and if requested reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job absent undue hardship.Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation 10 recognized holidays and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges annual health screenings mental health resources mindfulness programs and courses employee assistance program (EAP) financial resources access to dietitians and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care Weve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
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