Coordinator - Foundation Relations
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Job Description
As a member of the foundation relations team, the coordinator will provide stakeholder customer service and strategic administrative and operational support to a team whose primary objective is to secure fundraising support and non-philanthropic investment from external partners for priorities identified by university leadership.Core Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Utilize project management modules to maintain internal and external submission schedules and report due dates for faculty, research administration, and ISU Foundation colleagues.Partner with foundation relations development officers to track grant application and reporting processes, timelines, and information-gathering efforts to comply with internal procedures and funder expectations.Create schedule for tracking grant application due dates and submissions, agendas for team meetings, and communications informing campus stakeholders of upcoming foundation activities.Act as product owner for team's intranet site and applicable standard operating procedures. Develop, implement, and update standard operating procedure documentation.Provide administrative support to the foundation relations team including entering and managing data in the customer relationship management system, analyzing and interpreting data and reports, assisting with planning and hosting campus meetings, and other duties as assigned.
QualificationsMinimum Work Experience
6 years of work experience related to employment area. Education may be substituted for years of work experience.
Desired Skills & Experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Must be adaptable, flexible, and self-directed.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new software.Must be able to handle several activities simultaneously with attention to detail and adherence to deadlines and accuracy.Must adhere to strict confidentiality standards.Knowledge of Agile methodologies is preferred.Creativity, patience, a sense of humor and a belief in our organizational mission of: Aligning donor passion and generosity to advance Iowa State University's land grant ideals.
Travel: NoneFLSA Status: Non-exemptLocation:Ames, IA; potentially hybridFor additional information, visit the following pages:
Iowa State University FoundationBenefits Package InformationIowa State University