Summary

Reporting to the Director of the Wharton Fund, the Senior Associate Director is responsible for the strategy, oversight and management of the Class & Reunion Giving Program for the Wharton School’s graduate alumni, a population of over 40,000 alumni. This position will directly manage three associate directors who in turn will cultivate a class volunteer structure to insure philanthropic support of the School and achieve Wharton Fund cash and participation goals annually.

In addition to supervisory duties, the Senior Associate Director will be responsible for the recruitment and management of a defined set of alumni and reunion volunteers who conduct peer to peer solicitation among their classmates to achieve fundraising goals. Frequent travel is expected to visit prospects, donors, and volunteers in assigned alumni and reunion classes.

Job Description

Reporting to the Director of the Wharton Fund, the Senior Associate Director is responsible for the strategy, oversight and management of the Class & Reunion Giving Program for the Wharton School’s graduate alumni, a population of over 40,000 alumni. This position will directly manage three associate directors who in turn will cultivate a class volunteer structure to insure philanthropic support of the School and achieve Wharton Fund cash and participation goals annually.

In addition to supervisory duties, the Senior Associate Director will be responsible for the recruitment and management of a defined set of alumni and reunion volunteers who conduct peer to peer solicitation among their classmates to achieve fundraising goals. Frequent travel is expected to visit prospects, donors, and volunteers in assigned alumni and reunion classes.

Key requirements for this position:

• Plan, implement , manage, analyze, and evaluate Class and Reunion Giving program within the Wharton Fund; coordinate closely with Alumni Relations and Major Gifts with regard to volunteers and top prospects as well as building a  pipeline.
• Manage three Associate Directors
• Recruit and manage alumni and reunion volunteers who conduct peer to peer solicitation among their classmates to achieve fundraising goals. The Senior   Associate
• Director will be responsible for managing the key milestone 25th and 30th Reunions of which are the high-potential alumni represented.
• Personally solicit Wharton Fund prospects at the Benjamin Franklin Society level, as well as soliciting 100+ prospects/donors.
• Identify and qualify new major gift prospects and work with Wharton Development colleagues to maximize the Reunion impact.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 5-7 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required
• Results driven with high motivation to lead Class and Reunion Giving team to meet dollar and participation targets.
• Experience in serving volunteer organizations with a professional, customer service oriented attitude and heightened diplomacy skills.
• Confidence and maturity to work with senior business alumni, including n understanding of international cultures.
• Must be detail oriented, able to handle multiple projects simultaneously and have exceptional writing, administrative and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Mastery of Word, Excel, and electronic communications

Required Documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

University Overview:

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Pay Range

$59,703.00 – $113,435.00

Affirmative Action Statement 

Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements

Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.