Associate Director of Annual Giving

Description

Our client in Pittsburgh, PA is hiring for an Associate Director of Annual Giving. The position is responsible for planning, executing, and leading all aspects of the organization's annual fundraising efforts. This role focuses on achieving annual fundraising and donor participation goals by implementing innovative strategies to expand donor support from alumni and a diverse group of supporters including faculty/staff, parents, athletics, neighbors, and vendors.

This is a full-time contract-to-hire position, starting fully on-site with the potential for a hybrid arrangement in the future. Pay is $23-27/hour.

Responsibilities:

+ Achieve annual goals for unrestricted giving and participation in annual giving programs.

+ Develop and execute a strategic donor acquisition plan to grow the annual giving donor base and increase leadership-level support.

+ Demonstrate a strong understanding of annual giving cycles, segmentation strategies, and donor analytics.

+ Develop, monitor, and manage the annual giving calendar, including appeals, events, and budget oversight.

+ Collaborate with leadership to set annual goals and regularly track fundraising metrics and projections.

+ Utilize donor database and communication tools to set benchmarks and create data-driven strategies.

+ Plan and manage fundraising programs including annual fund, student engagement, crowdfunding initiatives, and reunion giving.

+ Create and implement marketing plans and fundraising materials such as letters, emails, newsletters, proposals, and presentations.

+ Serve as the creative lead for annual giving campaigns, appeals, and follow-up strategies.

+ Contribute to prospect identification, donor cultivation, and stewardship efforts, including attending alumni and donor events.

+ Manage a portfolio of prospects, qualifying and soliciting annual and potential major donors.

Requirements

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

+ 2-4 years of experience in annual fundraising or related field, preferably in higher education or nonprofit sector.

+ Proven ability to meet or exceed fundraising goals and metrics.

+ Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

+ Experience managing multiple projects independently in a fast-paced environment.

+ High attention to detail and accuracy.

+ Commitment to working with diverse groups and stakeholders.

+ Valid driver's license and ability to travel as needed, including occasional evenings and weekends for events.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Experience in fundraising, higher education, nonprofit management, or project management.

+ Prior experience mobilizing and motivating volunteers.

+ Familiarity with CRM systems, email marketing tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.

+ Comfort using social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Linked In.

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