Ivy Tech - Student Fundraising Associate

Description

The Student Fundraising Associate will be an integral part of the Foundation team and work closely with both the Foundation Office staff and regional/campus development officers.  This intern’s primary responsibilities will be to assist the Foundation and Development staff in the planning, implementation, and execution of several main operation functions including, but not limited to, donor relations and stewardship, data maintenance and prospect research, and fundraising events and serving as an ambassador for the Foundation.

Responsibilities

DONOR RELATIONS AND STEWARDSHIP

• Conduct weekly thank you and/or follow-up phone calls to donors.
• Through use of existing templates, write thank you notes to donors.
• Create unique and personalized gifts, communications and/or projects for donors and top prospects.

DATA MAINTENANCE AND PROSPECT RESEARCH

• Use the Foundation’s Client Relationship Management (CRM) system database to record donor interactions, update contact information, and/or input of event attendance.
• Research and prospecting alumni and donors using CRM.

FUNDRAISING EVENTS AND FOUNDATION AMBASSADOR

• As needed, assist with campus and/or Foundation Office events or receptions.
• Serve as an ambassador and spokesperson for Foundation, which could include speaking at events, greeting guests, interacting with donors at dinners and receptions, providing campus tours to top donors, or being featured in various publications or marketing pieces.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned.  All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards. 

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled and pursuing education through Ivy Tech Community College
• Ability to work professionally in independent and team settings
• Ability to build and steward regional and statewide relationships
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Positive attitude
• Relevant experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite