Assistant Director of Annual Giving Operations
About The Position
The Office of Annual Giving at Bowdoin College seeks a highly motivated and organized individual to fill the position of Assistant Director of Annual Giving Operations. This role is essential in supporting the Office of Annual Giving's goal to inspire giving at all levels from more than 10,000 alumni, families, students, and friends of the College totaling more than $13 million each year. This role supports office-wide initiatives and programs through data collection and reporting; GiveCampus platform management; and office-wide program and administrative support. The Assistant Director of Annual Giving Operations ensures effective cross-office operations and links to key campus partners. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. They should be comfortable working independently and as part of a team.Essential Functions: Reporting, Data, and Technology: collects, analyzes, and develops reports on overall progress to goal, key department initiatives, and micro-campaigns. Event Planning & Project Support: Serves as the project manager on all OAG events and special projects, working with staff to create comprehensive timelines, track progress, and ensure successful and timely completion. Support Office Operations and Administration: Deploys mail and email campaigns, processes expense reports and invoices, fielding internal/external inquiries.
Requirements
- Associates Degree and 5+ years experience or Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), skilled at electronically move and organize files, and ability to use the internet for research.
- strong organizational and project management skills
- experience and proficiency with technology and software platforms
- excellence in customer service; flexibility
- sensitivity to and acceptance of confidentiality requirements.
- thorough understanding of database logic and how to select or develop reporting criteria, and a curiosity and excitement to learn more
- excellent verbal and written communication skills
- ability to solve problems
- take initiative
- produce accurate work at a rapid pace with meticulous attention to detail
- goal-oriented
- positive attitude
- driven team player
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Raiser's Edge database system.
- Experience using social media for professional purposes.
Responsibilities
- collects, analyzes, and develops reports on overall progress to goal, key department initiatives, and micro-campaigns.
- Serves as the project manager on all OAG events and special projects, working with staff to create comprehensive timelines, track progress, and ensure successful and timely completion.
- Deploys mail and email campaigns, processes expense reports and invoices, fielding internal/external inquiries.
Benefits
- A variety of health insurance plans (Medical, Vision, Dental)
- Generous Retirement Plan: 401(a) and 403(b)
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per calendar year, 12 days of personal/sick time
- Paid Holidays and Special Days Off: https://www.bowdoin.edu/hr/our-workplace/college-holidays-and-special-days-off.html
- Paid Parental Leave (Available after one year of service)
- Household access to many of the College's facilities including the gym and pool
- Free fitness and wellness classes!
- And more: https://www.bowdoin.edu/hr/benefits-perks/index.html
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
