Senior Project Manager Advancement

Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning.

Located in the Valley of the Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona. GCU is an institutionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.

GCU is currently seeking a Senior Project Manager to help identify, develop, and secure gift and sponsorship opportunities for GCU, while also maintaining positive relationships both internally and externally. This role involves supporting the division in managing relationships with donors and ensuring that their contributions are acknowledged and recognized appropriately. Responsibilities include planning and executing engagement activities to enhance the donor experience, foster loyalty, and encourage ongoing support. Additionally, the position requires managing internal relationships and overseeing the division's day-to-day operations. You will assist in managing projects and daily activities that aim to enhance productivity within the department.

What you will do: 

• Work alongside the GCU Advancement team to support all endeavors associated with managing prospect and donor relationships.

• Provide support functions to all of GCU Advancement to ensure day to day operations are managed effectively and efficiently.

•  Assist in managing projects and day to day activities that enhance productivity within the department.

• Collaborate and deliver on activation items for university partnerships. Participates in other duties as assigned.

What you will need:

• Bachelor’s Degree Required

• Project Management Experience

• Proven experience managing multiple projects with competing deadlines and stakeholders.

• Strong background in event planning and donor engagement initiatives.

• Experience working with donor databases and CRM systems, such as Virtuous, Salesforce, or similar platforms preferred.

• Experience leading teams, including student workers and part-time staff.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage relationships at all organizational levels.

• Must pass Background Investigation

• Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

Why work at GCU:

• Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan

• Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays 

• Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events  

• Free covered parking 

• We also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program 

• Free on-site gyms on campus