Associate Director, Strategic Special Events

Job description

PAY GRADE: 30E: CONTEXT OF THE JOB: Under the general direction of the Senior Director of University Events, the Associate Director of Strategic Special Events manages the planning and execution of special events designed to engage, cultivate and steward prospective and current donors for the University of Delaware. The Strategic Special Events portfolio includes high-profile, signature campus, regional and national events and those planned on behalf of the President’s Office, Provost’s Office, University Secretary’s Office, Development and Alumni Relations and other key campus partners. QUALIFICATIONS: - Plan and manage high-end development events that support fundraising goals through creation of strategic programming and effective experience design to achieve established event objectives and outcomes. - Serve as a primary point person and resource for other staff, such as Alumni Engagement, gift officers, academic units, athletics, senior leadership, and UD leaders in event identification and planning to ensure consistent event standards, collaborative strategies and defined partnerships that best serve University Constituents and meet defined goals. - Work collaboratively with...