Assistant Director of Development & Alumni Relations

Posting Details
Posting Details

Posting Number:

S15088P

Working Title:

Assistant Director of Development & Alumni Relations

Department:

Pharmacy-External Affairs

About the University of Georgia

— Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university. UGA is ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The main campus is in Athens, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students, including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including the newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

— The College of Pharmacy at the University of Georgia (UGA) is known for excellence in pharmacy education, research, and community service. Research areas include drug discovery, pharmacology, and clinical pharmacy. The college is highly ranked, ranking 16th out of 140 pharmacy programs nationwide according to US News & World Report. The UGA College of Pharmacy offers a unique and enriching place for students to pursue their pharmacy education and careers.

College/Unit/Department website:

https://rx.uga.edu/

Posting Type:

External

Retirement Plan:

TRS or ORP

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time:

Full Time

Work Schedule:

Additional Schedule Information

8:00am-5:00pm, Monday through Friday

Willing to work occasional evenings and weekends as necessary

Advertised Salary:

Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date:

05/01/2026

Open until filled:

Yes

Closing Date:

Proposed Starting Date:

07/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Location of Vacancy:

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

— The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

— The University System of Georgia is comprised of 25 institutions of higher education and the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Additional details are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. USG also supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information
Classification Title:

Annual Giving Officer I

FLSA:

Exempt

FTE:

1.00

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor\'s degree in a related field or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

A background in alumni relations and soliciting gifts is preferred.

Position Summary

— This position is based in the College of Pharmacy and reports to the Senior Director of Development. The position coordinates, grows, and supports the College\'s annual giving and engagement programs to build meaningful relationships among alumni, donors, parents, faculty, staff, and friends to lead to philanthropic support. The role will focus on leadership annual giving ($1,500-$50,000) and is expected to meet or exceed pre-set metrics (meetings with prospective donors, solicitations, gifts closed, and overall dollars raised). Metrics are evaluated annually in collaboration with the Division of Development and Alumni Relations. The position will manage a portfolio of leadership annual giving prospects, document interactions in the GAIL database, and work with the Alumni Board on events and engagement activities. The role requires collaboration with a wide range of constituents and a track record in building relationships and increasing alumni engagement and giving.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Ability to solve problems and develop creative solutions to maintain and strengthen relationships with alumni, donors, and volunteers

Advanced computer literacy and ability to prepare and disseminate communication materials

Ability to interface with alumni and donors by phone, virtually, and in person, and through written communication

Demonstrated ability to prepare and edit effective correspondence, event materials, annual giving appeals, and creative engagement materials

Demonstrated oral communication skills for persuasive presentations

Proven interpersonal skills for collaboration in a team environment

Ability to maintain confidentiality and work well with others

Ability to set priorities and perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Attention to detail and ability to manage multi-phase projects from inception to completion

Physical Demands

Work in a standard office environment

Travel in and out of state

Driving as needed

Work nights and weekends as necessary

Use electronic mail, telephone, face-to-face discussions, and paper correspondence

Effective written and spoken communication

Organize, prioritize, and multitask

Lift and/or move up to 20 pounds

Note: The following policy questions are included for employment screening but are presented here for completeness. This section is intentionally reformatted and includes no new information.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

Yes

Special Policies

Does this position require a P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under 18 or direct patient care? No

Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, etc.): Yes

Credit and P-Card policy: A credit check is required for positions with financial responsibilities. See the UGA Credit Background Check website for details.

Background Investigation Policy: Offers are contingent upon a background check and related verifications. A pre-employment drug test may be required for high-risk positions. See the UGA Background Check website for details.

Duties/Responsibilities
The duties are grouped into several segments with time allocations and specific tasks. The following responsibilities describe the role of the Annual Giving Officer within the College of Pharmacy:

Meet and/or exceed metrics established by the Senior Director of Development and the Division of Development & Alumni Relations, including meetings with donors and solicitations for annual giving

Manage a portfolio of leadership annual giving prospects and donors to strengthen relationships and identify giving opportunities

Travel as needed, including overnight trips and occasional weekend work

Develop and manage an alumni engagement strategy and portfolio of alumni and volunteer constituents

Manage the College of Pharmacy Alumni Board, coordinate board meetings and communications, and document constituent activity in GAIL

Participate in quarterly prospect management and strategy meetings

Plan and execute alumni engagement events and coordinate alumni visits to campus

Prepare proposals, presentations, and fundraising materials for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship

Serve as liaison to annual giving, support campaigns, and communications to increase participation and support

Telephone and/or correspondence preparation and follow-up as required

Manage a pre-allocated travel budget and plan trips strategically

Attend College of Pharmacy events (e.g., White Coat Ceremony, Pinning Ceremony, Commencement, Homecoming) and participate in related meetings

Work with academic departments, students, and campus partners to guide alumni through engagement opportunities

Perform other duties as assigned

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