Health System Engagement Coordinator
About the role
The Engagement Coordinator plays a central role in advancing donor engagement across Health Systems – Medicine Advancement. Working closely with the Sr. Manager of Health Care Donor Engagement, the Sr. Manager of Health Advancement Events, relationship managers, and advancement leadership, this role helps translate engagement strategies into coordinated donor experiences, materials, and events.
Responsibilities
- Engagement Planning & Donor Outreach Support
- Collaborate with the Sr. Manager of Health Care Donor Engagement and relationship managers to support the execution of donor engagement strategies.
- Produce one-pagers, briefing materials, and donor-facing content that translate clinical and research priorities into clear engagement opportunities.
- Aid in preparing materials for donor visits, leadership briefings, and strategic engagement opportunities.
- Event Coordination
- Assists with the coordination of donor-focused engagements, including leadership briefings, hospital tours, recognition events, and strategic gatherings.
- Manage event logistics, including venue coordination, invitations, RSVPs, run-of-show preparation, and post-event follow-up for donor engagements that fall outside of senior managers’ work.
- Track engagement outcomes and ensure appropriate follow-up activities are documented and completed.
- Data, Technology & Reporting
- Maintain CRM records related to donor engagement activities, events, and stewardship interactions.
- Work alongside Advancement staff to coordinate the development and maintenance of Power BI dashboards that track donor engagement, pipeline activity, and fundraising progress.
- Support advancement leadership by preparing reports and engagement summaries that inform strategy and decision-making.
- Stewardship & Donor Experience
- Partner with the Sr. Manager of Health Care Donor Engagement and stewardship colleagues to support coordinated donor recognition and engagement efforts.
- Assist in coordinating donor visits and recognition activities aligned with Health Systems protocols and central donor relations best practices.
- Help ensure stewardship and engagement activities are documented and executed consistently across the Health Systems-Medicine advancement team in accordance with central donor relations best practices.
- Advancement Operations Support
- Assist advancement leadership with scheduling, meeting preparation, and the development of presentation materials.
- Support gift society activities and cross-functional advancement planning meetings.
- Contribute to internal coordination efforts that support effective collaboration across advancement, clinical, and communications teams.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor's degree and 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
- Experience in a role that required strong project coordination, initiative, communication, and attention to detail. Advancement or fundraising experience is a plus, but not required — transferable skills from other industries are welcome.
- Demonstrated proficiency with technology, including Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook) and data/reporting tools such as Power BI.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, compelling donor-facing content.
- A highly organized individual with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Comfortable working in a dynamic, evolving environment where priorities may shift, and adaptability is essential.
- A genuine interest in mission-driven work and a desire to grow within a collaborative, purpose-driven environment.
Benefits
Our Benefits As one of Missouri’s largest employers, MU staff members enjoy exceptionally competitive health, PTO and retirement plans. A few highlights: Health Insurance - Three plans to choose from, including our Custom Network Plan; a cost-effective insurance option that utilizes our extensive network of MU-affiliated hospitals, clinics and pharmacies. HSA - UM provides between $400 - $1200 in contributions to health savings accounts, depending on plans and dependents Dental - 100% coverage for preventative care, with no restrictions on network or non-network providers Vision - $0 copays on frames and contact lenses along with a $140 allowance, and a $10 copay on yearly eye exams. Retirement - UM will match 100% of up to 8% of eligible pay contributed to a 457(b), with a three-year vesting period on University contributions. Tuition Assistance - Up to 75% of tuition and supplemental fees waived for employees, and 50% waived for spouses and dependents Time Off – Personal time off (PTO) as well as 10 paid holidays. Winter Break - The university observes a paid holiday for the period between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Community Information Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.