CORPORATE & FOUNDATION RELATIONS

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE& FOUNDATION RELATIONS (Search # R23747)
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE& FOUNDATION RELATIONS (Search # R28229)
The University of Massachusetts Amherst, led by Chancellor John V. Lombardi who is exceptionally committed to development, seeks an enthusiastic, experienced and professional Associate Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations or Assistant Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations to join its growing Advancement team as the campus is in the quiet phase of a major fund raising campaign.
A national public research university first established in 1863 and the flagship campus of the Commonwealth’s university system, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is located on 1,450 acres in one of the most scenic areas of New England. Within its ten colleges and schools, the University of Massachusetts Amherst offers bachelor's degrees in eighty-seven areas, master's degrees in seventy-three, and the doctoral degree in fifty-one. There are approximately 24,700 students enrolled on campus, 19,000 undergraduates and 5,700 graduate students. There are over 206,000 alumni of record. For more information about the university, visit www.umass.edu.We offer excellent benefits and competitive compensation in a region of New England that offers the best of both city and country. This region is rich with creative arts, rural beauty, cultural diversity, and great music and restaurants fueled by the area’s dense cluster of colleges, universities and excellent public schools.
Associate Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations reports directly to the Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations. The Associate Director for Corporate and Foundation Relations will assist with a campus-wide program for developing corporate and foundation support for the campus’ priorities. Specifically, the incumbent will manage a significant portfolio of corporate and corporate alumni prospects.Qualified candidates will possess three to five years work experience in a fundraising, grants administration or corporate relations, preferably with an educational institution; previous experience in proposal preparation and submission or related corporate/business experience; hold a Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree preferred); strong oral, writing and administrative skills; availability to travel; and experience working with senior level executives and professionals is required. Teaching and/or public speaking experience is preferred. Salary is commensurate with skills and experience.
Assistant Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations reports directly to the Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations. The Assistant Director for Corporate and Foundation Relations will assist with a campus-wide program for developing corporate support for the campus’ priorities. Specifically, the incumbent will be a self-starter, helping develop and manage a multi-faceted corporate relations program. The program will be inclusive of grants, in-kind gifts, scholarship and fellowship funding and maximization of matching gifts in support of the comprehensive campaign. The Assistant will partner with other units and individuals on campus, key alumni and industry association groups to implement this strategy.Qualified candidates will possess a minimum of three to five years of related experience, with a proven track record in development/philanthropy or industry experience in business development, community relations, recruitment or university relations; hold a Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree preferred); previous experience in proposal preparation or contract negotiation; experience working with senior-level executives and professionals; strong oral, writing, and administrative skills, in addition to night and weekend travel are required. Public speaking experience is preferred. Salary is commensurate with skills and experience.
Ideal candidates will demonstrate integrity, confidence, enthusiasm, initiative, analytical ability, understanding of volunteer board relations, the capacity to inspire cooperation, understanding of the vital importance of public higher education and the breadth and complexity of a major research university, and have a sense of humor.
REQUIREMENTS
Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. The priority deadline for these positions is September 27, 2006. To be considered for a position, please submit a resume, letter of application (noting the appropriate search number), and names, addresses and telephone numbers for three professional references (who will not be contacted without permission) to: Employment Office, 167 Whitmore Administration Building, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, MA 01003-9170.
The University of Massachusetts is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.