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Join us in moving the UW Forward. The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW-Madison, is recruiting for a Development Program Specialist (DPS) to join a team responsible for planning and executing development programs on behalf the Cross Campus Initiatives which could include fundraising priorities for Chazen Museum, Center for Healthy Minds, UW Extension, and WFAA’s regional program. The Development Program Specialist supports donor and campus relations, stewardship, prospect data management, and office administration activities that advance team goals and objectives. This position is a hybrid role and will...
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)* is seeking candidates for its Summer Analyst Intern Program. This full-time, eight-week program involves working closely with the Chief Investment Officer (CIO) and investment staff. The program provides a unique opportunity to gain insights into various asset classes and investment opportunities. The analyst will participate in investment manager meetings, assist in underwriting co-investment opportunities, and conduct research on economic, investment, and technology projects. Strong initiative, attention to detail, and excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential for this role. The Summer...
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the UW-Madison, is recruiting for a Development Program Manager, Cross Campus Initiatives (CCI). This position is part of the dynamic, fast-paced Cross-Campus Initiatives development team and requires a high level of organizational oversight and leadership to achieve team project goals and objectives. The Deveopment Program Manager position will require significant self-directed work as well as demonstration of independent judgment in managing projects, serving campus units, prioritizing responsibilities and time, and communicating progress...
The Senior Stewardship Program Specialist plays a pivotal role in shaping WFAA’s relationships with its most generous donors. This key position supports VIP stewardship, donor relations, and internal coordination to foster initiatives that enhance gratitude and engagement with our top supporters. As an essential team member, you will contribute to advancing the university’s mission by ensuring that our donors feel deeply appreciated and connected to the impact of their generosity. This position is a hybrid role and will require you to work in the office at least two days weekly.
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA), the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW-Madison, is seeking a International Alumni Relations Program Intern to work 3-10 hours a week for the 2024-2025 academic year. This intern will assist with program planning and communications under the International Alumni Relations area. Responsibilities include a variety of tasks related to market research and data analysis, event planning and communications. This position is a hybrid role and will require you to work in the office at least two days weekly.
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the University of Wisconsin-Madison and UW Health, is seeking a dynamic, innovative, and experienced Associate Vice President of Development to lead the UW Health Kids program including the American Family Children’s Hospital (AFCH) and the Department of Pediatrics. While employed by WFAA and reporting to the Vice President and Managing Group Leader of Wisconsin Medicine at WFAA, the Managing Director/Associate Vice President of Development will work in close partnership with the Vice President, Pediatric Services/President of AFCH, Department of Pediatrics Chair and other...
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW-Madison, is recruiting for a Program Coordinator – Advancement Programs professional to join our Alumni Relations and Engagement Team! This is a hybrid role that will require you to work in our Madison, WI office location at least two days weekly.
Want to join a fun and fast paced team that’s serious about delivering engagement results? As a program coordinator you will be part of a team that designs and implements engagement...
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the University of Wisconsin-Madison, is looking for a talented Stewardship Program Manager. The Stewardship Program Manager is an integral project management and support role on the Wisconsin Medicine Stewardship Team. Primary job duties include overseeing the gift acknowledgment program, serving as a project lead for stewardship initiatives, managing the tribute notification program and assisting in the execution of the Tier-Based impact reporting program. This position is a hybrid role and will require you to work in the office at least two days...
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW-Madison, is recruiting for a Assistant Director, Annual Giving Data Specialist. The Assistant Director, Annual Giving Data Specialist is a subject matter expert for annual giving campaigns and the nuances that are associated with the preparation, reporting and analysis of our efforts.This role is critical to the success of our campaigns and is responsible for the audience segmentation and quality control of our efforts that make them...
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW-Madison, is recruiting for a development professional to support Scholarships and Student Support. In this role you be responsible for leading qualification, donor engagement, and gift solicitation efforts in key donor/alumni markets. In this role you will directly engage and solicit prospects for mid-level gifts, major gifts, and planned gifts. You will work...
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW-Madison, is seeking a highly skilled Senior IT Project Manager to join our dynamic team. As a key member of our Project Management Office, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing critical IT projects, driving improvements in business processes, collaborating with leadership to gather information for decision-making, and leading the design, testing, and implementation of solutions and products. Depending on project needs, the Senior IT Project Manager may also fulfill roles such as a Product Owner, Scrum Master, or Business Analyst. Expertise in...
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW-Madison, is seeking a skilled IT Project Manager to join our dynamic team. As a key member of our Project Management Office, you will have experience in planning and management of IT projects utilizing project management tools and techniques and may additionally serve as a scrum master or business analyst depending on the project and/or situation. Proficiency in project management methodologies is essential for success in this role.
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the University of Wisconsin–Madison, is recruiting for a Senior Accountant / Accountant. We are seeking a detail-oriented professional to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of accounting principles relevant to nonprofit organizations. This role requires proficiency in Excel, an aptitude to learn financial software...
