Director of Alumni and Donor Engagement

Position:Director of Alumni and Donor Engagement

Position Title:Director of Alumni and Donor Engagement

Department: Office of University Advancement

Supervisor: Dr. Corynn Gilbert, Chief Development Officer and Assistant Vice President for University Advancement

Status: Full-time, salary, benefit-eligible, year-round

Founded in 1895, Bushnell University provides a holistic Christian education, fostering wisdom, faith, and service in its students. In joining the staff here, you will be part of an academic community that seeks to cultivate your faith while you make a difference in the lives of our students. Bushnell is the largest private university in Eugene’s vibrant university district, which also includes the University of Oregon.

Eugene is a college town small enough to know your neighbors and large enough to offer fantastic arts, entertainment, dining, healthcare, and educational opportunities. It is also an ideal place to enjoy the beautiful Pacific Northwest, being just one hour from the Oregon Coast, one hour from the Cascade Mountains, and less than two hours from Portland and the Columbia River Gorge.

Develop and lead a strategic effort for Bushnell University’s Beacon Fund for Student Scholarships, including event fundraising, alumni relations, corporate and foundation relations, and direct donor solicitation.

• Work in positive, collegial relationship with all Advancement team members, the Office of the President, and all campus and community entities.
• Solicit gifts from an active fundraising portfolio of 150-175 constituents with selected current and prospective donors and corporate sponsors (includes face-to-face visits, telephone, email, and written communication) at the $1,000 - $10,000 per year donor level.
• Establish a robust strategy for the Beacon Fund for Student Scholarships, including a plan for discovery, solicitation, cultivation, and stewardship, as a vital part of overarching fundraising priorities (e.g. capital campaigns).
• Develop and execute a strategy for general targeted outreach efforts including local and regional alumni gatherings, campaign fundraising efforts, mini-campaigns to affinity group and reunion classes, and matching gift challenges.
• Grow the number of participants in the monthly giving program (Torchbearer's Society).
• Solicit and steward new endowed scholarships.
• Provide leadership for large-scale fundraising and alumni events.
• Represent the University in a community relations capacity.
• Provide leadership and strategy for ongoing general advancement communications, including fundraising/outreach appeals and event invitations using a variety of platforms (print and electronic).
• Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Donor Relations & Stewardship to develop a plan for growing donor engagement, retention, and appreciation.
• Other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Advancement or the Chief Development Officer and in collaboration with other Advancement colleagues and the Office of the President.

• A Bachelor's Degree, Master’s degree (or intent to earn one) preferred
• At least 3 years of experience working in a higher education institution or similar non-profit, preferably in a fundraising or development capacity.
• Proven experience with strategy development and execution.
• Experience planning and leading events that purposefully support the organizational mission.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both verbally and in written form.
• A high attention to detail and organization skills.
• Proven experience providing exceptional customer service and responsiveness to requests…