Department : Development - UCLA Law
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Salary : Up to $95,000
Payroll Classification: Project Policy Analyst 3 RP
Req Nbr : 11649
Position Summary
If you are a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who thrives on managing a wide variety of constituent engagement projects, programs and initiatives, we invite you to join us as the Project Manager, Advancement Initiatives for UCLA’s School of Law. Founded in 1949, UCLA Law is recognized for world-class faculty, influential scholarship, and enduring innovation. As the youngest top-ranked law school in the nation, UCLA Law has consistently pushed new boundaries in the study and practice of law. As a force for change and transformation, the ability for the school to raise funds plays a vital role in keeping this momentum going and ensuring that all generations benefit from the legacy that is uniquely and distinctly UCLA Law. Philanthropy makes this possible and we are committed to delivering extremely effective donor-centric programs focused and the highest level of attention to all UCLA Law donors. This is a great opportunity to bring your project management expertise, analytical rigor, exceptional attention to detail, strong writing skills and passion for strategic messaging and the processes that sustain our initiatives to this vital role.
Primary Responsibilities
In this role, you will be charged with providing high-level project management for the Associate Dean for External Affairs, and will play a central role in advising leadership and colleagues on projects and initiatives designed to meet and exceed our fundraising goals. As our Project Manager, you will provide high-level data analytics, content creation, tracking and reporting, and assist leadership in making consistent decisions, as well as be responsible for necessary follow-up. Applying skills, experience and analytical techniques, you will assess programmatic initiatives, evaluate strategic alternatives, and formulate sound operational recommendations across the complete lifecycle of advancement projects. You will meet with the Associate Dean on a regular basis and build and maintain relationships on their behalf that expand partnerships and strengthen development opportunities. As the Project Manager, you will communicate with internal and external constituents at all levels, work with colleagues at the Law School and campus-wide and will prepare briefing materials for high-level development visits and events that leadership attends. You will also work with the Associate Dean and colleagues to systematically and regularly share information to further development strategies. You will perform high-level mission and program related assistance to the Associate Dean in support of the Dean, Chancellor and other External Affairs, UCLA, and UCLA Law leadership. You will serve as a liaison for special projects, and as an advisor and partner to UCLA Law External Affairs colleagues on approaches that enhance donor and prospect experiences, with a focus on exemplary customer-service and proactive planning. You will be a valued member of our collaborative, dedicated and driven team, given the guidance, inspiration and resources to achieve in an environment of excellence.
Qualifications
1. Minimum of four years of experience in a highly constituent-driven environment, preferable in donor engagement or providing project/administrative support to a senior level executive in higher education or related field such as sales, marketing or business development.
2. Experience providing a high level of customer service and responding to inquiries in a prompt and efficient manner; ability to deliver exemplary customer service to a wide variety and level of constituents with tact, diplomacy and mature judgment.
3. Demonstrated ability to strategically partner with executive management, volunteers, and faculty and work effectively with individuals at all levels within the organization.
4. Strong background in time and project management including identifying and setting priorities, setting needs analysis, identifying stakeholders, developing action plans, segmenting projects and initiatives into their component parts and managing the process from inception to completion.
5. Excellent interpersonal skills with strong understanding and ability to develop and sustain collaborative and dynamic relationships with a highly diverse and wide range of internal and external constituents.
6. Outstanding written and oral communications skills to interact effectively and diplomatically with a wide range of internal and external constituents.
7. Demonstrated high level of personal integrity, discretion and diplomacy; skilled in using sound judgment in situations requiring independent initiative and tact and in handling confidential matters and sensitive information
8. Ability to work with speed, accuracy and attention to detail, highly organized with a strong ability to adapt to changing needs and priorities.
9. Highly motivated and goal-oriented self-starter, proactive and able to work equally well independently and collaboratively as part of a team while maintaining an upbeat and positive attitude.
10. Creative and resourceful with ability to work efficiently in a large, complex organization.
11. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; confident in making decisions and adept at managing many perspectives, solving problems and working toward successful outcomes.
12. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft suite of applications as well as familiarity with other database, spreadsheet, scheduling and email applications; willingness to learn new programs and applications in a prompt and efficient manner.
13. Working knowledge of External Affairs, Development, University, and campus organization and principles, policies and procedures is preferred.
14. Ability to work evenings and/or weekends as needed.
15. Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background check.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
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