Careers at WFAA

Join a team of mission-oriented professionals who believe that UW–Madison can transform the world. We're a nonprofit organization that values results and has a reputation for rewarding excellence.

Current Job Openings

Assistant Director of Medical Community Fundraising

Development Division

The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking a Assistant Director of Medical Community Fundraising.    The Assistant Director of Medical Community Fundraising supports individuals, families, and community partners who independently raise funds for Wisconsin Medicine priority areas. This role ensures medical […]

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Associate Director of Development, College of Letters & Science

Development Division

The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA), the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking two motivated and relationship‑driven development professionals to join our team as Associate Directors of Development supporting the College of Letters & Science and International Division at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.   Employed by WFAA and reporting […]

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CRM Product Lead

Information Division

The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)—the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the University of Wisconsin–Madison—is seeking a CRM Product Lead to join the Advancement Business Solutions team! The CRM Product Lead provides strategic and functional leadership for WFAA’s Salesforce CRM ecosystem in close partnership with business and technical leaders. This role is […]

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Customer Relations Coordinator

Alumni Relations & Engagement Division

The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the UW-Madison, is seeking a dynamic Customer Relations Coordinator!    The Customer Relations Coordinator provides exceptional customer service at the reception desk at the Below Alumni Center. Serve as the first point of contact for alumni, constituents, and customers in […]

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Customer Relations Coordinator (20 hours/week)

Alumni Relations & Engagement Division

The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the UW-Madison, is seeking two part-time Customer Relations Coordinators!    The Customer Relations Coordinator provides exceptional customer service at the reception desk at the Below Alumni Center. Serve as the first point of contact for alumni, constituents, and customers in […]

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Development Program Specialist

Development Division

The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW-Madison, is recruiting for a self-motivated Development Program Specialist. This position will work within a small team of development operations professionals who support several other campus units, but this position will primarily support the College of Engineering in collaboration with the […]

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Director of Development/Senior Director of Development – California Regional Officer

Development Division

The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)—the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the University of Wisconsin–Madison—is seeking a Director of Development / Senior Director of Development to lead major gift fundraising across the state of California.   You’ll manage a portfolio of prospects, cultivate relationships with high‑priority alumni and parents, and secure significant […]

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Director of Development/Senior Director of Development – Milwaukee Regional Officer

Development Division

The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)—the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the University of Wisconsin–Madison—is seeking a Director of Development / Senior Director of Development to expand major gift fundraising in the Milwaukee and eastern Wisconsin region.   You’ll manage a portfolio of prospects, cultivate relationships with high‑priority alumni and friends of […]

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Director of Digital Experience & Capabilities

Marketing & Communications Division

 Join a mission‑driven organization where your digital expertise can truly make an impact. The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW-Madison, is recruiting for a Director of Digital Experience & Capabilities. The Director of Digital Experience & Capabilities plays a critical role in executing WFAA’s digital strategy by […]

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Donor Experience Officer (DXO)

Development Division

The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)* is recruiting a Donor Experience Officer (DXO) to join the Donor Experience Officer team. In this role, you will secure leadership annual gifts and qualify prospects for major and planned giving.  The team leverages digital-first fundraising tools and strategies, personalized outreach at-scale, momentous giving days, and video storytelling […]

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Event Coordinator

Alumni Relations & Engagement Division

The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA) is recruiting for a dynamic and detailed Event Coordinator to join the Alumni Relations and Engagement team. The Event Coordinator works with WFAA and UW-Madison colleagues to plan and execute constituent engagement activities. The Event Coordinator works to understand client needs and apply best practices to create high-quality, memorable […]

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Grandparents University Counselors | Summer 2026

Alumni Relations & Engagement Division

Join the Fun This Summer as a Grandparents University Counselor!   Be a part of a great tradition at UW – Madison! The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association is looking to hire 30 Grandparents University® (GPU) Counselors to join us starting June 16th!   Counselors are ambassadors of WFAA and UW-Madison. They lead participants to campus locations and […]

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LTE Program Manager Affinity Programs

Alumni Relations & Engagement Division

The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA), the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW–Madison, is seeking a Limited-Term Employment (LTE) Program Manager for Affinity Programs. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) running through the end of October 2026. The role is hybrid, with an expectation of working on-site at least […]

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Senior Graphic Designer

Marketing & Communications Division

The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA) is recruiting a Senior Graphic Designer to join the Creative team! The Senior Graphic Designer produces innovative solutions to marketing problems that combine both written and visual elements in touch points across multiple platforms. Lead cross-functional teams through the creative process to meet creative brief objectives while demonstrating […]

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Senior Network Engineer

Information Division

The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join our Information Technology team! The Senior Network Engineer is a strategic technical role responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing advanced network infrastructure to support the organization’s connectivity, performance, […]

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Stewardship Program Specialist / Senior Stewardship Program Specialist

Development Division

The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW-Madison, is recruiting for a self-motivated Stewardship Program Specialist. The Stewardship Program Specialist is responsible for coordinating and executing centrally managed donor recognition programs that strengthen relationships, reinforce trust, and deepen engagement with the University of Wisconsin–Madison. This is a […]

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Visitor Engagement & Operations Associate (Part-Time 4-12 hours a week)

Alumni Relations & Engagement Division

Want to work in an exciting space on campus? Apply to be a part of the Alumni Relations & Engagement team at the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)! We are looking for two (2) dynamic Visitor Engagement and Operations Associates that will help visitors discover Alumni Park/One Alumni Place and give walking tours, staff special […]

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