at University of Illinois in Urbana, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Visiting - Donor and Alumni EngagementDivision Intercollegiate Athletics
Job Summary
The Donor Cultivation position supports fundraising and alumni engagement efforts by coordinating donor outreach, assisting with stewardship initiatives, and fostering meaningful connections. This role focuses on relationship-building, event coordination, and delivering impactful experiences that strengthen donor and alumni engagement with the organization.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Donor Cultivation & Stewardship -
• Develop and manage annual strategic, marketing, and communication to current and prospective donors, including personalized thank-you notes, follow-ups, and updates.
• Maintain accurate records in the donor database.
• Support stewardship strategies, including donor recognition and impact reports.
• Develop opportunities to engage first-time or lapsed donors. - Alumni Engagement -
• Collaborate with the alumni relations team to support alumni communications and engagement strategies.
• Maintain alumni contact lists and event participation data.
• Coordinate content creation for alumni newsletters, social media, or mailings. - Event/Donor Engagement -
• Assist in planning and executing small- to mid-size events, such as alumni receptions, donor appreciation gatherings, and fundraising campaigns.
• Coordinate event logistics (venue, catering, invitations, RSVPs, materials, day-of support).
• Work with vendors and internal departments to ensure successful execution of events.
• Assist with post-event follow-up and data entry. - Administrative Support -
• Maintain updated records in database systems.
• Create reports and event summaries for internal stakeholders.
• Help manage timelines and calendars for cultivation and stewardship efforts.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, public relations, nonprofit management, or related field. Preferred Qualifications: Experience (internship, volunteer, or part-time) in fundraising, or alumni relations
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Maintain knowledge of, and compliance with, specific NCAA, Big Ten Conference, and institution rules that relate to this position is required.
- Championship Mindset and Expectations Understands and displays professionalism and integrity that builds and maintains trust between student-athletes and fellow DIA staff; Prioritizes and contributes to the life changing student-athlete experience; Adheres to University, DIA, Big Ten, and NCAA rules and regulations; Commitment to the Athletics Department and University's mission and values; Flexible to various scheduling to include nights, weekend work and some holidays, team travel; and Maintain professional competency and skills required for professional practice.
This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 8/18/2025. Salary range is $43,888 - $45,000 and commensurate with experience.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on August 19, 2025. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Krissy Doran at kdoran@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio, depending on the position. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .
Requisition ID: 1032227
Job Category: Professional and Administrative
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