Assistant Director for Annual Giving

Assistant Director of Annual Giving

Mount Mercy University is seeking an energetic and relationship-focused Assistant Director of Annual Giving to lead annual giving initiatives and cultivate philanthropic support for the University's mission and strategic priorities.

The Assistant Director manages a portfolio of annual giving donors and prospects, develops and executes annual fundraising campaigns, and builds meaningful relationships that inspire donor engagement and long-term support. This position serves as a lead fundraiser for donors contributing $1,000 or more and plays a key role in expanding the University's culture of philanthropy.

• Managing a portfolio of annual giving donors and prospects.
• Developing and executing annual campaigns through direct mail, email, and digital channels.
• Coordinating Days of Giving, scholarship stewardship, and special fundraising initiatives.
• Tracking fundraising results and recommending strategic improvements.
• Planning the annual Athletic Golf Outing and securing sponsor ships.
• Building relationships with alumni, donors, faculty, staff, and community partners.

• Three or more years of fundraising experience, preferably in higher education.
• Proven ability to cultivate donor relationships and secure philanthropic gifts.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
• Experience using donor databases and fundraising technology.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail and confidentiality.

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Tuition Remission.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Access to campus amenities, cultural events, and recreational facilities.

St. Ambrose University and its affiliate campuses, including Mount Mercy University in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, are an inclusive, Catholic, and diocesan community of learners. Together, we empower all members of our community to act courageously, to seek wisdom through faith and reason, to work for justice and mercy, and to lead lives of service. St. Ambrose University and its affiliated institutions within its Catholic higher education network are equal opportunity employers.