Director of Annual Giving

Our client in Western NC is looking to hire a Director of Annual Giving, Stewardship & Communications to help lead the institution's annual fundraising, donor engagement, and advancement communications efforts. This role is responsible for growing philanthropic support among alumni, parents, friends, faculty/staff, and athletics supporters through strategic fundraising campaigns, and meaningful donor stewardship. This is a direct hire and fully onsite opportunity.

• Develop and execute annual giving plans that increase donor participation, retention, and revenue growth.
• Plan and execute the institution's annual Day of Giving, including fundraising goals, donor engagement strategies, communication plans, and performance analysis.
• Serve as the primary advancement liaison to Athletics.
• Collaborate with coaches and athletics leadership to develop team-based fundraising strategies, sport-specific campaigns, and donor engagement opportunities.
• Design and manage comprehensive stewardship programs that strengthen donor relationships and encourage continued support.
• Develop and manage donor-focused communications, including newsletters, fundraising appeals, campaign messaging and stewardship reports.
• Manage annual giving and communications budgets, vendors, and project timelines.
• Track and evaluate fundraising performance, donor engagement metrics, Day of Giving outcomes, and athletics giving results.
• Partner with departments across the College to showcase the impact of philanthropic support.
• Mentor staff, interns, and volunteers while supporting broader advancement initiatives and special events.

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Experience working in a higher education environment is preferred