Employment Opportunities

Are you passionate about building meaningful connections and creating impactful experiences? The Alumni Relations Coordinator plays a pivotal administrative role in supporting the Executive Director of Alumni Relations and the University of Florida Alumni Association (UFAA). In this dynamic and professional position, you will collaborate daily with administrators, staff, faculty, students, and alumni, fostering relationships that strengthen the Gator community.
Your contributions will include assisting with alumni operations, managing the UFAA board, alumni relations project management, supporting a cohesive team, enhancing communications, and ensuring accurate fiscal operations. Join us in shaping the future of alumni engagement at the University of Florida, where every day offers an opportunity to make a difference and celebrate the Gator Nation ®!
 
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
 
Preferred qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Must exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to work independently, proactively and accurately.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to develop realistic timelines for project completion, with clear benchmarks.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and a service-oriented attitude are important. 
• Ability to influence without authority and proactively communicate with team members as necessary.
• Flexibility and ability to shift tasks to meet urgent deadlines.  
• Discretion with sensitive documents and access to confidential information is required and maintaining a professional work environment, including the successful candidate’s workspace, is also required.
• Must be a team player and support in word and deed the ideals and culture in alignment with UF Advancement’s Vision and Values of Excellence, Discovery & Innovation, Inclusion, Freedom & Civility, Community and Stewardship.
• An appreciation for and support of wide array of alumni constituents; experience in a data-driven environment; organizational skills; and the ability to lead, influence and motivate others are required.
• Working knowledge in these areas: Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Access, internet browsers, preferably Internet Explorer, E-mail.
• Working knowledge of a donor database, contact management and tracking system.

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Are you ready to help shape the future of digital marketing to influence positive impact? As the Assistant Director of Annual Giving, Digital Campaigns, you will manage a portfolio of innovative direct marketing projects within our Office of Annual Giving . From spearheading mass appeals to launching special fundraising campaigns, your creativity and strategic thinking will make a lasting impact.

Under the leadership of the Director of Annual Giving Campaigns, you will collaborate with University of Florida Advancement teams and partner with colleges and departments across campus to craft compelling strategies that resonate with donors. Your expertise will also drive engagement and fundraising efforts for affinity groups and unique online giving campaigns, all with a focus on utilizing modern marketing practices to connect people to causes that matter.

If you enjoy connecting people to causes that matter and have an interest in data-driven, cutting-edge digital marketing and strategies, this is your chance to align your passions with your career.
 
Minimum Requirements: Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and one year of relevant experience.

 
Preferred qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess:

• One to three years of annual giving, membership, direct marketing, or digital advertising experience. 
• Prior experience in development or related fields.
• Prior experience developing and implementing special campaigns including social media and email marketing.
• Knowledge of annual giving within philanthropy.
• Ability to work collaboratively and a team player.
• Proven project management, time management, and organizational skills.
• Competency in problem solving. 
• Outstanding customer service skills; ability to cultivate and maintain positive relationships with both external and internal constituents.
• Ability to incorporate both quantitative and qualitative information and metrics into decision making. 
• Must be an outstanding communicator and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills; interpersonal skills; and the ability to work collegially and interact effectively with a diverse constituency.
• Proven success working with stakeholders; project management skills; experience in a data-driven environment; organizational skills; and the ability to lead, influence and motivate others are required.
• Accuracy, attention to detail and a customer service-oriented attitude.
• Technology savvy.
• Fluency in Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, internet browsers, E-mail.  Familiarity with email software, preferably Salesforce Marketing Cloud.
• The ability and willingness to travel.  A valid driver license and good driving record are essential.* 

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The Development Assistant will provide direct support to the Executive Director of Development, general administrative support for the Office of Advancement, as well as act as backup as needed for the strategic engagement team (in the Office of Advancement). This role will plan and execute administrative operations for the office, as well as manage projects and strategic initiatives. The incumbent must have the ability to coordinate multiple projects at a high level of performance, accuracy, and efficiency. This position requires excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently.
 
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

 
Preferred qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess:

• The ability to work strategically, develop and implement constituency programs and activities, along with a talent for motivating volunteers.
• The ability to communicate clearly and effectively with diverse constituencies, meet deadlines, be self-motivated, and work independently.
• Accuracy, attention to detail and a customer service-oriented attitude.
• Trustable with public and private funds.
• Ability to work collaboratively and as a team player.
• Competency in problem solving.
• Ability to set up events including moving/lifting tables, chairs, boxes of supplies, etc. (required).
• Ability to deliver materials by walking and driving (required).
• Excellent oral/ written communications and interpersonal skills; effective time management and organizational skills that are essential for success in this position.
• Working knowledge in these areas: Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, internet browsers, preferably Internet Explorer, E-mail. Working knowledge of a donor database, contact management and tracking system.
• The ability and willingness to travel. A valid driver’s license and good driving record are essential. *

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