Advancement Coordinator

Advancement Coordinator

Franklin Pierce University is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Advancement Coordinator to support fundraising, alumni relations, and stewardship initiatives. This role reporting to the Director of Advancement, Major and Planned Giving, provides administrative, communications, and program support to strengthen engagement with donors, alumni, and campus partners. Key responsibilities include providing administrative support for fundraising, constituent communications, and relationship management. The coordinator will also coordinate events, including logistics and collaboration with internal partners. Additionally, they will create, schedule, and maintain social media, digital, and print communications. The role involves assisting with constituent research, data management, and gift acknowledgements. Engagement with alumni and donors through outreach and follow-up activities is also part of the job.

Skills and competencies required include strong relationship-building and communication skills, analytical ability for data reporting and prospect research, problem-solving mindset and attention to detail, and effective team collaboration and discretion with confidential information. Qualifications include a bachelor's degree preferred (business, communications, marketing, nonprofit management, or related field) and 13 years' experience in nonprofit, higher education, or fundraising. Experience with databases, spreadsheets, and social media platforms is necessary, along with familiarity with Canva or similar design tools. Highly organized with strong written and verbal communication skills, event planning experience is a plus. The ability to work occasional evenings or weekends for events is required.

Join our University Advancement team and help support meaningful connections that move our mission forward.

Benefits

At Franklin Pierce University, we take pride in providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to support the well-being and security of our valued employees. Here are some highlights of the benefits you can enjoy as part of the Franklin Pierce community :

• Paid Time Off (PTO) : Enjoy 160 hours (4 weeks) of Paid Time Off, along with additional paid sick time for your well-being.
• Paid Holidays : Benefit from 20 paid holidays, including a 10-day winter break with full pay.
• Health and Wellness : Access medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family, ensuring comprehensive health care.
• Life Insurance : Secure the future for yourself and your family with employer-paid Life Insurance coverage ranging from 1.5x to 3.0x your salary, depending on your role.
• Disability Coverage : We cover both short-term and long-term disability, providing financial protection in unforeseen circumstances.
• Retirement Planning : Contribute to your retirement with our 403(b) plan, with immediate 100% vesting. Franklin Pierce University also makes contributions to support your long-term financial goals upon one year of employment or if qualified with prior higher education employment.
• Educational Benefits : Invest in your growth and development with our tuition benefits, allowing you and your qualifying family members to pursue undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Additional Perks : Enjoy various perks, including pet insurance, accident insurance, critical illness coverage, and more!

At Franklin Pierce, we prioritize the well-being, development, and satisfaction of our employees. We are committed to providing a supportive work environment and a range of benefits that align with your needs and aspirations.

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Come join us in shaping the future of education at Franklin Pierce!

About FPU Since its establishment in 1962, Franklin Pierce University has been a catalyst for the academic success and personal growth of numerous undergraduate and graduate students. Rooted in a robust liberal education foundation, we provide majors and programs that cultivate vital professional skills, foster close relationships among students, faculty, and staff, and offer personalized, financially accessible academic opportunities that empower our students to realize their full potential. Our impact extends across a diverse range of learners, including residential undergraduates, online students, and full-time graduate students, through our primary campus in Rindge, NH and additional online and graduate centers in Manchester and Lebanon, NH, Austin, TX, and Goodyear, AZ. As we uphold our commitment to excellence, we continually explore innovative models and programs that build upon our rich legacy, guiding students to expand their knowledge, pursue their passions, and graduate as capable, engaged leaders. At Franklin Pierce University, we hold firm in our belief that establishing a lasting legacy involves supporting and preparing students to thrive as leaders and contributing members of society. To achieve this mission, we recognize the importance of fostering a diverse community comprised of exceptional individuals from various backgrounds, all dedicated to advancing our shared goals. Notice of Nondiscrimination Franklin Pierce University does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment. Diversifying the student body, faculty, and administration is congruent with our mission. We value diverse populations and cultures including, but not limited to, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, national origin, neurodiversity, race, and religion. Franklin Pierce University is an EO / AA / Vet / Disability employer.