Events and Donor Relations Analyst

Are you a high-performer who wants to contribute to a mission-driven and values-based organization? If you are motivated by doing impactful work and making a difference in people’s lives, then the Indiana University Foundation (IUF) is the place for you. At the IUF, we believe in making the dream of higher education attainable, providing support for life-changing research, and preparing the next generation of leaders.    

As a trailblazer among our peers, we provide fundraising leadership and endowment stewardship to support needs and initiatives across all of Indiana University’s campuses. As part of our team, you will help make IU donors' dreams last forever.   

At the IUF we work hard, celebrate achievements, and foster an environment where everyone’s contributions matter. We are nimble and innovative, and we want you to bring your ideas and energy to join forces with some of the best talent in our industry.  

In addition to being part of a meaningful mission as an IUF employee, you’ll find there are many ways to connect and collaborate. Our diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives ensure that our colleagues are celebrated for who they are and have a voice. Our FUNdation (see what we did there?) Committee helps us connect and unwind with food truck lunches, holiday gatherings, costume contests, free snacks, IU spirit-wear Fridays, and spontaneous gestures that surprise and delight. Our Wellness Committee ensures that the health and well-being of our employees is top of mind, offering yoga, a lunchtime walking group, meditation breaks, the Headspace app, and topical workshops. We encourage community leadership and service and make space for our staff to pursue their passions. Our total rewards philosophy ensures that we support employees financially, emotionally, and in their career growth.   

If the IUF sounds like a fit for you, we invite you to join us today. 

This position is located out of our Bloomington, IN office. It is a primarily on-site role, 5 days/week, with occasional remote days available based on workload/team needs.

The salary range for this role is $47,000-$50,000.

The Indiana University Foundation is seeking an Events and Donor Relations Analyst in support of both the Events & Meeting Services and Donor Relations teams!

These teams drive two essential and overarching functions of the IU Foundation: celebrating donors for their contributions toward Indiana University and the curation of special events that make those donors and friends of the University understand our deep appreciation for their generosity. As the Events and Donor Relations Analyst, you will oversee the collection, management, analysis, and interpretation of data for these teams, plan and execute both internal and external events and meetings, while assisting in identifying necessary marketing materials, determining event audiences, and assisting with communication approvals and distribution.

Essential Functions include:

• Providing strategic, data-oriented support of the Events & Meeting Services and Donor Relations Departments
   
• Contributing to overall innovations and continuous improvement in data-oriented processes by improving data collection, analysis, and reporting, leading training, exploring new data solutions, and maintaining knowledge on industry trends
   
• Providing functional support of Events and Meeting Services as host/planning consultant with donors, serving on committees, operating as liaison w. vendors, and more
   
• Assisting with coordination and events and meetings, as well as developing strategies for events
   
• Note: The team may need occasional assistance on nights or weekends (Peak time of year: 5 early mornings or late nights per month.) You will be given notable advance notice for times when assistance is needed
   

We want this Analyst to take a proactive approach to their work, assessing the purpose, initiative, and ROI for hosting events to get the right people in the room. Your insights can truly help IUF improve, maximizing our efforts to cultivate bonds with our donors and increase philanthropic support for Indiana University.

IUF looks for opportunities to help you level up through trainings, conferences, classes, and certifications that will directly improve your skillset. We want to invest in you! Grow your career and help further the mission of maximizing private support for Indiana University. Apply today!

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Events, Hospitality Management, Marketing, Data Analytics, IT or related fields
• 3 years of experience in data management, events, Information Systems, or related field
• Proficiency in CRM systems, data analysis tools, and reporting software (w. experience in Workfront preferred)
• Combination of education/career experience may be considered

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to effectively communicate and work with IUF constituents at all levels (University administration, donors, faculty, etc.)
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Adaptability in the face of fast paced change
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Interpersonal skills and judgment suitable for exercising appropriate discretion
• Good judgment in the handling of confidential information
• Demonstrated ability to use current computer technology, such as Windows, Word, Excel, etc
• Excellent attention to detail and an elevated level of accuracy in data driven work
• Ability to manage multiple competing projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Effective communication skills with the ability to translate data insights into actionable recommendations

Moderate physical demands. Extended periods of sitting or standing in front of a computer may occur. Ability to occasionally pull and lift 40 pounds.

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Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis, with 1st round virtual screening interviews beginning the week of January 6th. A cover letter is recommended for your application to be considered.

The IUF is committed to providing a safe, respectful and professional work environment that is free of Discrimination and Harassment. The IUF will not tolerate any form of Discrimination or Harassment based on the Individual’s race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by law.