Campaign Events Coordinator

The University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation is seeking an experienced, motivated, and energetic individual to join its Development team as the Campaign Events Coordinator.

A national public research university and the flagship campus of the Commonwealth’s university system, UMass Amherst is located in the top college town in North America according to a recent article on MSN.com and offers the perfect blend of New England natural beauty and cosmopolitan culture and energy.  With more than 26,000 students, the campus showcases top-rate undergraduate and graduate programs, top-notch faculty and competitive NCAA Division I athletics.

Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Development and Alumni Relations, the Campaign Events Coordinator will coordinate campaign activities and provide support, liaison and information management for academic and administrative staff, volunteers and vendors involved in campaign planning, implementation and management.  This position is a temporary benefitted appointment that may be renewed by the Vice Chancellor on June 30, 2016.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, business or related field.  One to three years of event planning experience and a high degree of organizational and communications skills. Proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively with senior management, staff and constituent groups across all levels of the organization and to maintain productive professional relationships in complex, demanding environments.  Excellent interpersonal and multitasking skills. Computer skills in using a word processing application and ability to access and update a computerized donor database. Ability to work evenings and weekends.  Preferred Qualifications:  Experience in non-profit environments, particularly in fundraising operations.

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

To be considered for the position, please submit a letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three professional references (who will not be contacted without permission) to:  umafcareers@admin.umass.edu. Review of applications will begin with those received by June 24, 2013; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.  http://www.umass.edu/foundation/