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The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA), the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW–Madison, is seeking a Limited-Term Employment (LTE) Program Manager for Affinity Programs. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) running through the end of October 2026. The role is hybrid, with an expectation of working on-site at least two days per week.
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the UW-Madison, is recruiting for a Gift Services Manager.
The Gift Services Manager oversees the gift processing functions for specified channels, including staff supervision, gift entry, and gift-related communications.
Please note: We are open to hire this...
Join the Fun This Summer as a Grandparents University Counselor!
Be a part of a great tradition at UW - Madison! The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association is looking to hire 30 Grandparents University® (GPU) Counselors to join us starting June 16th!
Counselors are ambassadors of WFAA and...
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW-Madison, is recruiting for a self-motivated Stewardship Program Specialist. The Stewardship Program Specialist is responsible for coordinating and executing centrally managed donor recognition programs that strengthen relationships, reinforce trust, and deepen engagement with the University of Wisconsin–Madison. This is a hybrid position that will require you to work on-site at our Madison, WI office at least 2 days per week.
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA) is recruiting for a dynamic and detailed Event Coordinator to join the Alumni Relations and Engagement team. The Event Coordinator works with WFAA and UW-Madison colleagues to plan and execute constituent engagement activities. The Event Coordinator works to understand client needs and apply best practices to create high-quality, memorable experiences that advance organizational objectives. This position supports the execution of virtual, in-person, and hybrid event management. This is a hybrid position that will require you to work on-site in our Madison, WI office...
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the UW-Madison, is seeking a dynamic Affinity Program Intern. The Affinity Program Intern will support outreach and experiences with UW-Madison alumni, donors and Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA) members. They will participate in planning and implementing experiences that engage University of Wisconsin alumni, and lead specific projects with the Affinity portfolio. The position will assist in marketing, event planning, and program development across all areas of alumni relations, both here in Madison and with alumni networks across the...
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)—the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the University of Wisconsin–Madison—is seeking a Director of Development / Senior Director of Development to lead major gift fundraising across the state of California.
You’ll manage a portfolio of prospects, cultivate relationships with high‑priority alumni and parents, and secure significant philanthropic commitments to support UW–Madison. Success in this position requires strong relationship‑building...
Join a mission‑driven organization where your digital expertise can truly make an impact. The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW-Madison, is recruiting for a Director of Digital Experience & Capabilities. The Director of Digital Experience & Capabilities plays a critical role in executing WFAA’s digital strategy by implementing and optimizing solutions that advance organizational priorities, as outlined in WFAA’s digital roadmap or as identified by WFAA leadership.
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW-Madison, is recruiting for a Director of Data Management. The Director of Data Management leads a team responsible for the integrity, quality, and efficiency of constituent data in our Salesforce CRM, supporting alumni, donor, and patient engagement and fundraising. This role also oversees the management of WFAA’s enterprise document management system. The Director drives operational improvements through technology, automation, and data governance, collaborating with technical and business teams to maximize data value and compliance.
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW-Madison, is recruiting for a Client Services Analyst (Help Desk) to join the Technical Services & Support Team.The Client Services Analyst is a key member of the IT support team, serving as a first point of contact for end users seeking assistance with endpoint devices, collaboration tools, and IT systems. This role focuses on triaging and resolving routine technical issues, escalating more complex problems to senior analysts, engineers, or specialized teams as needed. In addition to day-to-day...
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW-Madison, is recruiting for an Assistant Controller. Reporting to the Controller, the Assistant Controller is a key Finance Division leadership position responsible for financial reporting, internal controls, tax compliance, and adherence to GAAP and other regulatory requirements.
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the UW–Madison, is seeking a dynamic and creative Social Media Intern! This internship offers hands-on experience in social media marketing and digital communication strategies, allowing you to create engaging content that stands out and makes a real impact.
Duration: May 2026-May 2027
Hours: 12–16 hours...
Are you passionate about shaping the voice of an organization and driving positive change? Join the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW-Madison, as an Executive Communications Manager, where you’ll play a pivotal role in crafting and delivering clear, timely, and inspiring messages that reach every corner of our organization. This role will also support communication projects and other executive communications projects as needed. This is a hybrid...
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the UW-Madison, is seeking a Constituent Data Processing Coordinator. In this position, you will be responsible for creating constituent records and maintaining demographic data and other identifiers in the enterprise database with an emphasis on quality, efficiency and internal/external customer service.
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The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the University of Wisconsin-Madison, is recruiting an experienced Foundation Relations professional to lead our centralized Foundation Relations (FR) program. This is an opportunity to shape a scalable, strategic approach to foundation partnerships, driving transformative change and supporting the university’s mission for years to come.
This position will oversee a team of Foundation Relations Development Directors (FRDoDs), each assigned to...
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the University of Wisconsin-Madison is recruiting for a Director of Investments. The Director of Investments reports to the Chief Investment Officer (CIO) and is responsible for sourcing, researching, onboarding, and monitoring investments across the portfolio within parameters established for the position. Together with the CIO and senior team, the Director of Investments is responsible for the overall management of all public and private investments.
