Assistant Director of Annual Giving

The University of Toledo Foundation•Toledo, OH

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Annual Giving at The University of Toledo Foundation is responsible for developing and coordinating annual giving campaigns for assigned colleges, programs, and departments. The goal is to increase philanthropic support through donor acquisition, retention, and reactivation strategies. This role also assists in planning and executing special fundraising initiatives, such as the Rocket Forward Day of Giving. Key activities include coordinating multi-channel solicitation efforts like direct mail, email, web-based giving, crowdfunding, and other digital engagement strategies to support assigned programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Minimum of three years of fundraising, development, or comparable professional experience.
Demonstrated ability to learn and effectively utilize industry-specific donor management and calling software.
Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends in support of events, programs, and fundraising initiatives.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated leadership and management experience.
Experience developing and implementing strategic plans.
Experience managing budgets.
Experience analyzing data to support decision-making and measure results.

Responsibilities

Develop, plan, and execute strategic cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies in collaboration with assigned campus partners and programs to encourage alumni, friends, students, parents, and patients to give.
Collaborate with Advancement staff and campus partners to cultivate and steward donors, focusing on moving them to higher giving levels to ensure continued annual support.
Coordinate volunteer recruitment, goal planning, and other tasks for special campaigns, including Rocket Forward Day of Giving.
Respond to donor needs and concerns regarding fundraising efforts and solicitations.
Create customized giving reports for development staff, deans, donors, and faculty.
Manage a portfolio of leadership annual giving donors, developing and executing tailored engagement strategies to strengthen relationships and inspire increased giving.