Development Coordinator

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Work type: Classified Staff

Location: Portland, OR

Categories: Administrative/Professional, Development, Healthcare/Nursing

Department: University Advancement

Classification: Univ Dev Proj Coordinator 1

Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing

Salary: $21.00 to $31.91 per hour

FTE: 1.0

Review of Applications Begins

August 27, 2024; position open until filled (Updated)

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit the following with your online application:

A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and requirements outlined in the job announcement.

A resume of your educational and professional work experience.

Please Note: We may contact applicants who meet the minimum requirements in the job posting to request additional information for the next stage of review.

Department Summary

The Ballmer Institute for Children's Behavioral Health at the University of Oregon Portland establishes a new national model for behavioral healthcare for children and families by creating the nation’s first undergraduate program in child behavioral health. The institute prioritizes the needs of youth who have been historically or persistently underserved and seeks to make real system change by creating a new mental health profession; delivering support in schools and the community; training existing youth-serving professionals; developing new approaches to support child behavioral health; and transforming the Pacific Northwest into a national model of thought and action.

This groundbreaking institute was made possible by an extraordinary lead gift from Connie and Steve Ballmer, co-founders of Ballmer Group Philanthropy.

Position Summary

The Development Coordinator for the Ballmer Institute for Children’s Behavioral Health (Ballmer Institute) supports the activities related to identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors and prospective donors to the Ballmer Institute.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Development (SDOD), the Development Coordinator provides high-level support to the SDOD with calendar management, coordinating, drafting and/or designing targeted communications, managing travel itineraries, conducting research, assisting in the preparation of proposals and briefings, interfacing with internal and external partners, donors, prospects, and the broader campus on behalf of the Ballmer Institute.

The Development Coordinator actively participates in Ballmer Institute activities that foster a welcoming and inclusive environment, with particular attention to the unit’s development and external relations confidential, project-related support of the growing development team for functions including event coordination, volunteer management and multi-level engagement efforts for donors and prospects. This position regularly interacts with UO leadership, faculty, staff, and students while also engaging with internal and external partners, which requires high levels of sensitivity, confidentiality, and cultural awareness.

This position must have in-depth knowledge of the Ballmer Institute, the University of Oregon, and University Advancement. The Development Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring the Ballmer Institute meets compliance standards for university policies, University of Oregon Foundation (UOF) confidentiality and data procedures, and accurate budget management.

This position works regular office hours, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. In addition, flexibility is required to accommodate development events as needed. This can on specific occasions involves work on weekends or outside the regular hours. This position will be located in Portland. It is eligible to work a hybrid schedule, and will need to work on campus approximately three days per week

Minimum Requirements

Two years of experience in Public Relations or related work. One year of this experience must have included the development and implementation of fund-raising or donor-cultivation events; AND

A Bachelor's degree or three more years of relevant experience.

Professional Competencies

• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.

• Ability to navigate a complex institution and build strong relationships across campus.

• Proven competency in managing competing priorities and a varied task load.

• Ability to conduct high-level research and analysis.

• Detail-oriented, self-starter, and organized; ability to prioritize and track required functions with little supervision.

• Excellent attention to detail and follow-through.

• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.

• Ability to show initiative and confidence in making independent decisions, knowing when and to whom to refer a wide range of problems and inquiries.

• Ability to use diplomacy and good judgment when working with donors, alumni, and university officials.

• Ability to understand and follow applicable guidelines, policies, and procedures.

• Excellent computer skills using relational databases and Microsoft applications or equivalent software.

• Demonstrated project management, time management, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage details of multiple and complex projects within-firm schedules.

• Demonstrated ability to manage executive calendars, coordinate travel, and staff executive-level committees.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Ability to interact, communicate, and work effectively with individuals, recognizing and respecting the many and varied identities of each person.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years of experience providing executive-level administrative support within a large, complex organization.

• Two years of professional experience in development, including direct interaction with donors and volunteers, or other relevant experience.

• Experience with Salesforce, Advance, Concur and/or similar database/information systems.

• Experience with fundraising operations for a school or department in higher education or healthcare setting.

• Experience working in higher education or non-profit environment.

FLSA Exempt: No

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visithttps://hr.uoregon.edu/about-benefits.

The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us atuocareers@uoregon.eduor 541-346-5112.

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Advertised: August 13, 2024 Pacific Daylight Time

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