Senior Executive Director of Alumni & Donor Relations
Boise State University Foundation
The Opportunity Overview
Boise State University Foundation is seeking the Senior Executive Director of Alumni & Donor Relations, which offers an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic and growing program that directly impacts the university's mission. This executive-level position provides strategic oversight of a comprehensive alumni and donor relations program, including event planning, donor stewardship and the development of initiatives that strengthen ties with alumni nationwide. The Sr. Executive Director will lead a talented team responsible for executing high-level events, managing major, annual and principal gift donors, and ensuring the effective use and impact of donor contributions. As the primary liaison to the Boise State University Alumni Association, this leader plays a key role in expanding the university’s reach through a nation-wide volunteer network while fostering lasting relationships with alumni and donors.
This role offers significant autonomy, allowing the Senior Executive Director to formulate and administer policies that impact alumni engagement and donor relations, while directly influencing the university's reputation and overall performance. Working closely with the Foundation leadership team and university departments, the successful candidate will help shape strategic priorities and ensure alignment with campus-wide initiatives. The position requires a strong background in alumni relations, donor stewardship and strategic planning, with a Master’s degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience.
About Boise State University Foundation
A nonprofit Idaho organization, the Boise State University Foundation was established in 1964 for the benefit of Boise State University. The Foundation works to inspire, generate and prudently manage private support for the university.
The Foundation team works to build relationships and support for student success, including the university’s mission as a metropolitan research university of distinction. They tell the Boise State story, develop and nurture donor-centered relationships and help ensure the stewardship of gifts made to support Boise State.
About Boise State University
Known for its vibrant community and its “blue turf thinking,” Boise State is the largest university in Idaho, providing an innovative, transformative and equitable educational environment that prepares students for success and advances Idaho and the world. Serving more than 32,000 students annually, Boise State is proud to be powered by creativity and innovation, receiving national recognition as one of the most innovative universities in the country by U.S. News & World Report. Located in Idaho’s capital city, the university has a growing research agenda and plays a crucial role in the region’s knowledge economy and famed quality of life. In the past 10 years, the university has quadrupled the number of doctoral degrees and doubled its master's degree offerings.
Recognized by Forbes as a top midsize employer, Boise State’s metropolitan campus runs along the banks of the Boise River, just a quick walk from the heart of Idaho’s largest city — one of the most talked-about cities in the country.
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