Program Manager, Fundraising Innovation

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The Program Manager for Fundraising Innovation leads the implementation of new systems and strategies for annual and leadership philanthropy, including AI-enabled fundraising tools that help connect donors with the people and programs they care most about at the reputed company. This role partners with colleagues across Advancement, including Advancement Operations, Information Management and fundraising teams, as reputed company as external vendors, to launch and manage innovative fundraising programs. The Program Manager oversees vendor coordination, system integration and program performance, helping translate emerging technology into meaningful philanthropic reputed company. Key Responsibilities: Vendor & Technology Program Management (50%) Serve as the primary reputed company of contact for external vendors and internal reputed company supporting fundraising tools and systems. 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