University Advancement VIP Travel Administrator
Deadline: 01-03-2018
Job No.: 480783
Department: University Advancement
Type: Administrative Professional
Salary Range: Negotiable
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Description
The VIP Travel Administrator will be responsible for the oversight and coordination of University VIP participation requests, assisting in a coordinated effort of collecting, compiling and interpreting requests to ensure VIP engagement is maximized and focused strategically with current and prospective donors.
The VIP Travel Administrator must possess a high level of sound judgement and confidentiality in the course of work. The successful candidate will utilize and maintain an established process in monitoring the scheduling of activities to communicate, prioritize, commit and confirm VIP presence and participation in strategic engagement with current and prospective donors locally and nationally.
Additionally, the Administrator will oversee the coordination and provision of itinerary and briefing materials to the VIP, adhering to strict deadlines and logistics
Qualifications
Education/Experience
The job minimally requires: knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired through the first two or three years of college, such as an Associate's degree in a business-related field or in a field which corresponds to the particular department of employment; six months to one year of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in word processing, database, spreadsheet, presentation software and/or desktop publishing, web page software; office procedures, or in performing responsibilities related to the operational activities of the employing unit; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Desired:
Experience in professional higher education fundraising environment
Knowledge of the Advance system
Confidentiality and sound judgement are crucial to this role.
Accuracy is crucial for this role.
Excellent skills in grammar, writing and editing
Strong organization skills, and independent initiative toward follow-up and follow-through
Ability to problem solve and use initiative
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Orientation toward customer service and teamwork
Proficient in MSU Office products
How to apply
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Vivianne Robinson, Director of Human Resources, Recruitment and Training at robins85@msu.edu.
All candidates must submit an application and resume through the Michigan State University Human Resources web-based system the URL for that website is www.careers.msu.edu. Please indicate the position number 480783 when submitting your application.
MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.
MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.