Careers at WFAA

Join us in moving the UW forward.

We’re looking for people who want to build their careers while ensuring the university continues to transform Wisconsin and the world.

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We offer competitive salary and benefits and a workplace culture that is positive, inspiring, and inclusive.

Director of Investments

Investments Division

The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the University of Wisconsin-Madison is recruiting for a Director of Investments. The Director of Investments reports to the Chief Investment Officer (CIO) and is responsible for sourcing, researching, onboarding, and monitoring investments across the portfolio within parameters established for the […]

Managing Senior Director of Development / AVP & Managing Director – Foundation Relations

Development Division

The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the University of Wisconsin-Madison, is recruiting an experienced Foundation Relations professional to lead our centralized Foundation Relations (FR) program. This is an opportunity to shape a scalable, strategic approach to foundation partnerships, driving transformative change and supporting the university’s mission […]

Social Media Intern

Marketing & Communications Division

The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the UW–Madison, is seeking a dynamic and creative Social Media Intern! This internship offers hands-on experience in social media marketing and digital communication strategies, allowing you to create engaging content that stands out and makes a real impact. Duration: […]

Director of Data Management

Information Division

The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW-Madison, is recruiting for a Director of Data Management. The Director of Data Management leads a team responsible for the integrity, quality, and efficiency of constituent data in our Salesforce CRM, supporting alumni, donor, and patient engagement and fundraising. This […]

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Mission and Values

WFAA believes in the value of the University of Wisconsin–Madison — its students, its alumni, Wisconsin, and the world. We work with alumni and friends to advance the UW, now and into the future. Working to support UW–Madison, our culture is collaborative and mission driven. We strive to promote from within, and we value professional growth and volunteer opportunities. Our teams use cutting-edge technology and sophisticated data every day to achieve results. We foster a comfortable work environment where our employees dress for their day in modern office spaces. Along with competitive salary, WFAA offers an above-market employer contribution for our 401(k) plan, as well as health, dental, and vision insurance.

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Mission and Values

WFAA believes in the value of UW–Madison.

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Employee Benefits

We provide health, dental, a generous 401(k), and an array of other benefits.

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Teamwork

Our staff of more than 300 works together, bridging eight divisions to achieve results.

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Leadership

Meet the experienced executives who lead our organization.

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Spotlight on Kari Stokosa

Kari Stokosa is WFAA’s Associate Vice President, Prospect Development and Decision Support. A native of Greenfield, Wisconsin, Kari earned her degree in atmospheric and oceanic sciences from UW–Madison in 1999. Although she never intended to be an on-air meteorologist, she says, “I’m very thankful for the wide breadth of skills I obtained in the process of working on this Letters & Science degree.”

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Spotlight on Scott McKinney

Scott McKinney joined the UW Foundation in 1998 and is now WFAA’s Vice President of Development. A Madison native, he attended Macalester College in St. Paul, Minnesota and then worked briefly in undergraduate admissions. He returned to Madison to attend law school and earned his JD in 1998.

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