Now Seeking - AGNR Development Student Ambassador! - Apply by 9/29

 

AGNR Student Development Ambassador Academic Year 2023/2024

Fundraising Mission for The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (AGNR) 

AGNR at the University of Maryland, has a specific department, Development/External Relations, dedicated to raising private sector dollars from individuals, corporations and foundations to provide support for the college priorities as it pertains to students, faculty/staff, and some aspects of research.  The activities to generate development revenue are focused to prospective individuals, corporations and foundations who have the propensity to support AGNR through annual and specific campaigns throughout the year.  Our results support student scholarships, clubs and programs.  In addition, funds are raised to support faculty positions and research.  Strategy for development at AGNR is donor centric and focuses on engagement and stewardship activities which provide experiences for donors and prospects to understand the needs of AGNR. 

 

Ambassador Description

Thank you for your interest in the AGNR Student Development Ambassador role.  This is a dedicated undergraduate volunteer at the University of Maryland, enrolled in AGNR. The purpose of this role is to partner with the Development Team to implement multiple strategies to inform and engage donors to contribute to AGNR’s annual giving campaign plus steward key donors on behalf of the college.  Our goal is to increase revenue to provide resources for our students. *This is an unpaid opportunity. 

 

Key Projects/Events

·       Serve as spokesperson in multiple social media channels, such as videos posted on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and other fundraising platforms (ThankView and LAUNCH)

·       Serve as student spokesperson around various campaigns such as Giving Tuesday (November), UMD Giving Day (March) and annual giving

·       Serve as student speaker at the annual Dean’s Circle Luncheon (Oct.) and Celebration of Scholarships Luncheon (Feb.)

 

How will you benefit from this experience?

·       Leadership opportunities

·       Network with the AGNR community (donors/funders, faculty, staff and fellow students)

·       Creative input to development strategies to generate revenue for AGNR

·       Opportunity to highlight this experience on your resume/portfolio

 

Required Experience and Skills:

·       Public speaking to audiences up to 150 people

·       High level of professionalism

·       Writing, specifically talking points for speaking engagements and content for social media

·       Comfortable speaking and interacting with donors/funders, faculty, staff and fellow students

·       Ability to adapt to strategy shifts and changes

·       Work in a team environment

·       Adheres to deadlines

Time Commitment -Estimated 10 -15 volunteer hours for the academic year,

includes availability for key speaking engagements at events

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