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This position is under the general supervision of the Manager of Strategic Giving programs and will work extensively with a team of employees within the Division of University Advancement and the Board of Directors of the UWL Alumni & Friends Foundation.

The Strategic Giving Programs Coordinator is responsible for assisting in the planning, implementation, and execution of programs that cultivate relationships with donors and prospects at the annual (<$500), emerging ($500-$2,500), and leadership levels (<$25,000) while achieving predefined contribution, retention, and engagement goals.

Candidate must be able to travel via all modes of transportation. Must have valid Driver’s License. Position requires significant time using telephones and computers.

Working conditions and environment: Some local travel required. Some evenings and weekends required as well.

The review of applications starts on April 27, 2026. Applications received on or before April 27th are prioritized and review will continue until the position(s) is/are filled. Initial interviews will be conducted virtually, with shortlisted candidates invited to campus.

UW-La Crosse does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 608-785-8013.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Create multi-step solicitation appeals that align with divisional goals and campus-wide priorities

• Requires collaboration with team members to identify intended donors, track appeal data, steward donors, and report out results

• Requires the design, writing, and creation of collateral for several channels (including but not limited to email, mail, social media, text, etc.)

Provide educational content to students and campus partners about how philanthropy impacts the university while also creating opportunities for these audiences to engage with the work of the UWL Alumni & Friends Foundation

• Requires using several channels to communicate information (including email, social media, and occasionally public speaking)

• Requires collaboration with team members to execute cultivation and stewardship opportunities for these audiences

Serve as an assistant to the Manager of Strategic Giving Programs for the planning, coordination, and execution of UWL’s giving day, One Day for UWL, and any future fundraising-focused events

• Requires solicitation of matches and challenges to be utilized in leveraging the fundraising success of campus units, divisions, departments, and programs

• Requires in-depth knowledge of all communication, solicitation, acknowledgment, and stewardship processes to support team members, campus partners, alumni, friends, donors, students, and any other stakeholders involved

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Draft formal correspondence, proposals, and other written materials

• Collaborate with other Alumni & Friends Foundation department members to ensure team success

• Affect and maintain a professional, proactive, positive, and performance-centric work environment

• Complete all other duties assigned by supervisor. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time

Maintain donor and alumni relationships to enhance connection with UWL while simultaneously supporting the fundraising pipeline to ensure long-term philanthropic support

• Requires identifying donors based on criteria, creating personalized touchpoints, and determining optimal opportunities for solicitation

• Requires continual creation and oversight of several workflow processes to ensure an ideal cadence that supports the continuation of relationships, specifically with donors in the emerging donors level ($500-$2,500) and leadership annual giving ($2,500 - $25,000) and new donors ($5-$25,000)

Collaborate with the Manager of Strategic Giving Programs to ideate on strategies and tactics, maintain budgets, create reports, and achieve fiscal year goals

• Requires use of CRM to effectively track data points, gather insights, and develop informative reports

• Requires being a knowledge-based resource for the UWL Alumni & Friends Foundation Board, the Division of University Advancement, and the campus to offer insights and recommendations

Department:

University Advancement

Compensation:

$65,000 / year

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or 3+ years of experience with prior fundraising, development, or marketing experience; related and relevant skills and experience also acceptable
• Excellent written, verbal, and design communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong attention to detail paired with clear organizational abilities
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Excel, and Word)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge or a similar customer relationship management (CRM) system
• Familiarity with marketing email creation and use of CRM integrated emailing software.
• Experience with using content editing platforms such as Canva.

How to Apply:

Required application documents

Cover letter (that addresses the required and preferred qualifications)

CV / Resume

Contact Information:

Lauren Wanders lwanders@uwlax.edu

Special Notes:

Application deadlines
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Priority consideration is given to those candidates who apply by the listed ‘First Review Date’. Applications received after that date may be considered at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWL will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC & Reference Check Policy
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWL Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.uwlax.edu/student-life/student-resources/annual-security-report/ or contact the University Police Department at 608.785.9000.

INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR BENEFITS
Your benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial package from the university.
Highlights include:

• Paid vacation for 12-month positions.

• Excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage.

• Paid holidays and paid sick days.

• After 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career.

• Benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation.

Benefit eligibility is determined at the point of hire. This information is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefits are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.