Genevieve Chenoweth
Hedgesville,WV
Summary
Public administration professional with experience in advancement, stakeholder engagement, and program coordination within higher education and nonprofit environments. Skilled in cultivating relationships with donors, alumni, and organizational partners to advance mission-driven initiatives and philanthropic support. Holds a Master of Public Administration with a concentration in Nonprofit Organizational Management and a background in political science and public policy. Known for strategic communication, relationship building, and the ability to manage complex projects and engagement initiatives in fast-paced organizational settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Major Gifts
Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA
07.2025 - Current
- Manage and strategically cultivate a portfolio of major gift prospects, building relationships with alumni and donors to secure philanthropic support for scholarships, programs, and institutional priorities.
- Develop and implement targeted fundraising and engagement strategies aligned with organizational goals and donor interests.
- Lead donor stewardship and engagement initiatives, including personalized outreach, meetings, and high-level events that strengthen long-term philanthropic partnerships.
- Coordinate cross-departmental collaboration with advancement leadership, faculty, and university partners to identify funding opportunities and advance institutional initiatives.
- Analyze donor engagement data and maintain CRM records to track interactions, monitor fundraising progress, and inform strategic decision-making.
- Represent the university at donor meetings, alumni events, and external engagements to expand philanthropic relationships and enhance institutional visibility.
Resident Assistant
Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Supported residence hall operations and resident well-being by serving as a resource for academic, personal, and campus-related concerns.
- Planned and facilitated social and educational programs to build community and encourage resident engagement.
- Mediated roommate and neighbor conflicts, promoting respectful communication and effective problem resolution.
- Responded to incidents, maintenance needs, and room transfers while maintaining accurate documentation and reports.
- Managed front desk operations, assisted visitors, and maintained residence hall records.
- Conducted routine safety checks and room inspections to ensure compliance with housing policies and facility standards.
Gymnastics Coach
4 Star Gymnastics
Williamsport, MD
01.2015 - 08.2024
- Led structured training sessions while ensuring athlete safety through proper spotting techniques and adherence to gym safety standards.
- Developed individualized lesson plans and routines to support athletes’ skill development and progression.
- Collaborated with coaching staff to evaluate gymnast progress and determine advancement levels.
- Provided constructive feedback and mentorship to build athlete confidence and performance.
- Fostered a positive team environment that emphasized sportsmanship, respect, and teamwork.
Writing Consultant
Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Provided individualized writing consultations to help clients strengthen organization, clarity, and argument development.
- Supported diverse writers, including non-native English speakers, by adapting strategies to varying language and proficiency levels.
- Delivered constructive feedback on drafts to improve thesis development, structure, and overall written communication.
- Facilitated workshops on thesis statements, outlining, and paragraph structure to support effective academic writing.
- Conducted research and guided clients in developing well-supported written projects.
Sales Associate
The North Face
Hagerstown, MD
05.2020 - 05.2023
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
Operations Associate
Merkle Response
Hagerstown, MD
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Supported high-volume operations for national nonprofit and advocacy organizations including Feeding America, The Heritage Foundation, and Doctors Without Borders, ensuring accurate data processing and responsive client support.
- Managed high call volumes while providing professional customer service and resolving complex issues to maintain strong client relationships.
- Maintained and audited organizational records across multiple software systems to ensure data accuracy, regulatory compliance, and operational integrity.
- Improved operational efficiency by reducing invoice processing times through accurate data entry and proactive vendor communication.
- Conducted quality control audits and implemented process improvements to enhance mail processing accuracy and service delivery.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow processes and implement feedback-driven operational enhancements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science/Pre-Law
Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA05-2024
Master of Arts - MPA Nonprofit Organizational Management
Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA03-2026
Skills
- Program Coordination & Event Management
- Leadership Development & Mentorship
- Stakeholder & Relationship Management
- Donor and Alumni Engagement
- Strategic Outreach & Recruitment
- Cross-Department Collaboration
- Public Speaking & Professional Communication
- Written Communication & Reporting
- Project & Deadline Management
- Data Tracking & CRM Management
- Operational Planning & Process Improvement
- Time Management & Workload Prioritization
Affiliations
- Resident Assistant (RA), Upper Iowa University (2024-2025)
- (Formerly) Three-Sport Athlete, NCAA Athlete (2021-2025)
- American Bar Association- Student Member
- USA Gymnastics Member/Coach
Languages
French
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Director of Major Gifts
Upper Iowa University
07.2025 - Current
Resident Assistant
Upper Iowa University
08.2024 - 05.2025
Writing Consultant
Upper Iowa University
08.2021 - 05.2024
Sales Associate
The North Face
05.2020 - 05.2023
Operations Associate
Merkle Response
01.2020 - 01.2023
Gymnastics Coach
4 Star Gymnastics
01.2015 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Political Science/Pre-Law
Upper Iowa University
Master of Arts - MPA Nonprofit Organizational Management
Upper Iowa University