Associate Director, Events
Tulane University, New Orleans, LA, United States
Associate Director, Events, Constituency Programs
Office of Advancement
Location: New Orleans, LA
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Summary The Associate Director is a full-time professional position reporting to the Director, Constituency Engagement, within the Office of Constituency Programs. The position is responsible for creating and implementing a comprehensive Advancement Events program to promote interaction with and recognition of donors at all levels and to provide networking and engagement opportunities for all constituents. The Associate Director will assist in developing strategies for local, regional, and national events. The position will work closely with all departments within the Office of Advancement related to ensuring strategic and quality events as well as departments university wide.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office programs such as Outlook, Word and Excel. Excellent organization skills, including the ability to manage multiple demands and/or projects simultaneously. Budget management experience. High degree of professionalism and the ability to work independently yet maintain a close professional working relationship with colleagues. Demonstrated analytical and strategic thinking capabilities. Individual must be able to maintain confidentiality, handle pressure, be flexible and manage multiple tasks. Ability to work with diverse constituencies. Ability to attend events on evenings and weekends.
Required Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s Degree 3 years’ experience minimum in program development or management, event coordination, or program implementation. Transferable, related experience such as marketing, admissions, public relations, alumni relations, trust officer, or sales may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications Experience working with non-profit donors preferably in a higher education setting. Commitment to the values of an institution of higher education, required. Ability to learn and use multiple software programs. Experience using Advance Donor Management Software or similar program for higher education fundraising.
Compensation Information Tulane offers a variety of options to enhance your health and well-being so that you may enjoy more out of life now and in the future. Learn more about
Life at Tulane
as well as our
Benefits and Pay . See our
Candidate Resources
to learn more about our hiring process and what to expect.
How to Apply This position will close on
the date it is filled Submit your application through LinkedIn, or feel free to apply directly through our dedicated Advancement Careers Page.
Please Note:
Depending on your role and the department in which you work, you may be expected to adhere to COVID-19 requirements, such as vaccinations and booster shots.
Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.
Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. xsgimln If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 5 or by email at
.
Scroll down for a complete overview of what this job will require Are you the right candidate for this opportunity
Summary The Associate Director is a full-time professional position reporting to the Director, Constituency Engagement, within the Office of Constituency Programs. The position is responsible for creating and implementing a comprehensive Advancement Events program to promote interaction with and recognition of donors at all levels and to provide networking and engagement opportunities for all constituents. The Associate Director will assist in developing strategies for local, regional, and national events. The position will work closely with all departments within the Office of Advancement related to ensuring strategic and quality events as well as departments university wide.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office programs such as Outlook, Word and Excel. Excellent organization skills, including the ability to manage multiple demands and/or projects simultaneously. Budget management experience. High degree of professionalism and the ability to work independently yet maintain a close professional working relationship with colleagues. Demonstrated analytical and strategic thinking capabilities. Individual must be able to maintain confidentiality, handle pressure, be flexible and manage multiple tasks. Ability to work with diverse constituencies. Ability to attend events on evenings and weekends.
Required Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s Degree 3 years’ experience minimum in program development or management, event coordination, or program implementation. Transferable, related experience such as marketing, admissions, public relations, alumni relations, trust officer, or sales may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications Experience working with non-profit donors preferably in a higher education setting. Commitment to the values of an institution of higher education, required. Ability to learn and use multiple software programs. Experience using Advance Donor Management Software or similar program for higher education fundraising.
Compensation Information Tulane offers a variety of options to enhance your health and well-being so that you may enjoy more out of life now and in the future. Learn more about
Life at Tulane
as well as our
Benefits and Pay . See our
Candidate Resources
to learn more about our hiring process and what to expect.
How to Apply This position will close on
the date it is filled Submit your application through LinkedIn, or feel free to apply directly through our dedicated Advancement Careers Page.
Please Note:
Depending on your role and the department in which you work, you may be expected to adhere to COVID-19 requirements, such as vaccinations and booster shots.
Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.
Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. xsgimln If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 5 or by email at
.