Executive Director of Volunteer Leadership Engagement

Company: The George Washington University
Location: Washington
Posted on: November 6, 2024

Job Description:

Executive Director of Volunteer Leadership EngagementEmployer will not sponsor for employment Visa status.I. JOB OVERVIEWJob Description Summary:The Executive Director of Volunteer Leadership Engagement is a dynamic and strategic leader responsible for developing and managing a comprehensive constituent volunteer engagement infrastructure, planning, and programming for the George Washington University. The Executive Director will develop and lead a comprehensive strategy to nurture university-wide volunteer leadership and foster a culture of philanthropy mindset throughout our alumni and university-level volunteers.As a senior advancement professional with experience in strategic planning and volunteer engagement, the Executive Director will bring a track record of success in advancement leadership positions. Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Alumni Relations and Annual Giving, this position will closely partner with university stakeholders (deans, directors, vice presidents, advancement staff, alumni, friends, and donors) to create and maintain a vision for the overall strategy to strengthen, deepen, integrate, and align volunteer leaders to the university's priorities. They will develop effective volunteer engagement and recognition opportunities to complement the Advancement Division's priorities and goals.The Executive Director is responsible for planning and organizing an Annual Volunteer Leadership Summit including all key volunteer groups including members of GW's Board of Trustees, School/Unit Councils, GW Alumni Association, Family Leadership Volunteers, etc. The first summit is anticipated for FY '26.The successful candidate will demonstrate significant experience and success in building effective strategies for volunteer engagement in support of university priorities and campaign goals. The successful candidate will have experience in developing a strategic direction and goals for university-level volunteer engagement and overseeing a team that works across divisions within a university to successfully realize goals.Key Responsibilities:

• Develop a Comprehensive Volunteer Engagement Plan for GW

• Develop, implement, and manage a strategic plan for the volunteer program area, ensuring alignment with the university's strategic plan and fundraising goals.
• Work closely with the development team to align volunteer pipeline activities with the prospect management pipeline, ensuring a cohesive approach to alumni engagement and giving and a focus on alumni who can actively participate in a campaign.
• Grow volunteer engagement opportunities, incorporating quantitative and qualitative metrics to define and measure program success. Conduct annual assessments to ensure alignment with strategic goals.
• Create Volunteer Management System to comprehensively track, manage, and report volunteer leadership at GW.
• Establish a systematic and ongoing approach to identify, evaluate, and prioritize volunteer leadership opportunities for all constituents and provide tailored volunteer opportunities for all constituents with high capacity.
• Identify, cultivate and steward high-potential volunteers, guiding their progression into increasingly responsible leadership roles within the university.
• Establish, measure and report quarterly on key metrics for success in volunteer growth.
• Work with DAR leaders to create systems that demonstrate volunteer growth, engagement and pipeline development.Programmatic Oversight and Campus Coordination:
  • Plan and execute a university-wide Annual Volunteer Leadership Summit.
  • With the AVP of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving, strengthen and expand the GW Alumni Association (GWAA) structure, outreach, and operating principles.
  • Ensure alignment of other campus volunteers; share best practices to school/unit advisory councils.
  • Create and maintain volunteer management guidelines that align with prospect management practices, ensuring consistency and best practices across the program.
  • Develop, assess, and enhance volunteer training and recognition programs to ensure they support the overall alumni affairs strategic plan, campaign, and fundraising goals.
  • Recruit, manage, and develop a talented team of 2, possibly 3, staff, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment that supports professional growth and aligns with the university's mission and goals.
  • Provide consistent reporting to DAR and campus partners about volunteer giving and best practices when it comes to volunteer solicitation.Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.Minimum Qualifications:Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 8 years of relevant professional experience, or a Master's degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 6 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Preferred Qualifications:
    • Demonstrated and extensive experience in Advancement, particularly in constituent volunteer engagement and management is desired.
    • Knowledge of best practices in board structure, governance and management.
    • Strong strategic leadership, management and organizational skills.
    • Thorough knowledge and understanding of fundraising and engagement strategies under an Advancement model in a large university setting.
    • Flexible and open to new ideas, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities in a changing environment.
    • Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills to develop relationships with high-capacity individuals.
    • Demonstrated experience in strategic planning and program analysis preferred.
    • Ability to foster impactful long-term relationships with volunteers, staff and campus partners.
    • Strong oral and written communication skills, with effective listening abilities and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit .II. JOB DETAILSCampus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-TimeHours Per Week: 40Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (daytime hours), occasional evenings/weekends, domestic travel.Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes.Employee Onsite Status: Hybrid.Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search.Special Instructions to Applicants: Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status.Internal Applicants Only? No.Posting Number: S013398Job Open Date: 10/23/2024Job Close Date: 12/31/2024EEO Statement: The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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