Program Coordinator, Advancement & Alumni Engagement for the Sinclair School of Nursing

School of Nursing

We are seeking a program coordinator to support the Sinclair School of Nursing's advancement and alumni engagement. This role sits at the center of alumni connection, donor stewardship, and student support and is an ideal fit for someone who enjoys building relationships and bringing meaningful programs to life. You'll work closely with advancement and alumni engagement leaders, faculty, staff, and campus partners to drive key initiatives, supporting donor and alumni relations through acknowledgment, recognition, and reporting on the impact of gifts, and leading giving society tracking and engagement.

A major part of the role includes managing the full scholarship process including reviewing applications, coordinating committees, ensuring students receive awards accurately and on time, and preparing donor stewardship materials.

You'll also play a key role in supporting event logistics and guest services while maintaining a polished, safe environment. This includes creating memorable experiences for the SSON community by organizing banquets, award ceremonies, and signature events, responsible for managing nomination materials, committee coordination, timelines, and run of show details. On occasion and as needed, this role will also assist in support of the Dean, Dean's staff, and the larger SSON team.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives on organization, enjoys working with various stakeholders, and takes pride in creating smooth, well-executed experiences. It's a chance to support alumni, donors, faculty, and students while contributing to the college's mission in a visible, impactful way.

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with an occasional need to work during events and activities which occur outside regular core hours

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

* Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
* Ability to work with numerical data, review financial documents for accuracy with attention to details, and enter and retrieve financial information from databases/software programs
* Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks
* Interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships both internal and external with a variety of individuals and groups
* Previous knowledge or experience working with CRM, Power BI or other data management platforms is desired.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point)

Completed application. Resume, cover letter and references

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This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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