The Office of Philanthropy + Engagement invites applications for the position of Philanthropy + Engagement Fellow.  The OPEF will work with all members of the office,  creating new initiatives with Wofford’s GOLD (Graduates of the Last Decade) Alumni.  The fellowship is a one year appointment, renewable for another year and  provides an opportunity to advance into a professional staff role based on performance.

The OP+E Fellow is a full -time, on-campus position, working 37.5 hours/week with regular office hours of 8:30am – 5:00pm, Monday - Friday. Some evenings and weekends may be required. The position is focused on engaging, building relationships, networking and soliciting Wofford graduates of the last decade.  The position will report directly to the Associate Vice President of the Philanthropy and Engagement but will have significant responsibilities and interactions with all members of the office.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree (preferably from Wofford or a similar liberal arts institution), excellent problem-solving skills, written and oral communication skills, and keen attention to detail. A collaborative approach to work, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to build collaborations with diverse communities are essential. A demonstrated enthusiasm for learning and professional development and the ability to prioritize and follow through to meet project deadlines are required.

Alumni Engagement  

• Institute a first year “Zero” reunion opportunity at a reduced cost

• Create a GOLD weekend opportunity (2027)

• Work with OMC to create a Young Alumni Newsletter

• Survey GOLD alumni to learn more about communication and engagement preferences

• Establish monthly engagement opportunities on campus

• Create a GOLD advisory board or GOLD class chairs to help communicate, locate and solicit young alumni more appropriately

Student Engagement, Philanthropic Education, Solicitation and Stewardship

• Provide opportunities for students to learn about the impact of philanthropy on their experience as a student

• Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Annual Giving, lead the senior class gift campaign

• Institute a “Welcome to the City” gathering in conjunction with the Summer City Tour to give new graduates in the area access to the regional club leaders and key contacts in the area.

GOLD Giving

• Create one targeted campaign for the GOLD population

• Visit 25+ young alumni identified as prospects for new or increased giving

• Effectively target GOLD alumni during special events such as A Day for Wofford and the Excellence Games

• Execute a reunion giving plan for the 5th and 10th reunion classes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree completed within the past 1-2 years

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to connect with diverse student populations

• Proficiency with social media platforms and digital content creation

• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to work collaboratively across departments

Professional Development

This fellowship provides mentorship, professional training, and the opportunity to develop skills useful in a variety of career paths.

ABOUT WOFFORD COLLEGE

Wofford College, established in 1854, is a private liberal arts residential college located a few blocks north of downtown Spartanburg, South Carolina. Wofford offers 27 major fields of study to a student body of nearly 1,800 undergraduates and is nationally known for the strength of its academic program, outstanding faculty, and study abroad participation. Wofford is home to one of the nation’s 290 Phi Beta Kappa chapters. The college community supports 19 NCAA Division I athletics teams and numerous student organizations, including honor societies, professional organizations, faith-based organizations, Greek life, and club sports.

SPARTANBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA

Spartanburg is located in upstate South Carolina, 30 miles east of Greenville, South Carolina, an hour from Charlotte, North Carolina, and three hours east of Atlanta, Georgia. Historic Charleston and the South Carolina coast are three hours away, and Wofford sits an hour south of the artistic, culinary hub of Asheville, North Carolina. Spartanburg is a growing, diverse community that supports six college and university campuses along with numerous civic arts and cultural associations. It became the first city in South Carolina to join the Government Alliance on Race and Equity and, in 2012, became one of five cities nationally to participate in the 10-year Wellville program, a national nonprofit initiative dedicated to improving equitable well-being in U.S. cities. Spartanburg and Wofford partner on multiple community equity initiatives, including the Northside Initiative, which has brought together a diverse group of citizens to revitalize a neighborhood in ways that don’t reproduce the harm of earlier urban renewal programs.

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