Assistant Director of Development, Annual Giving

Penn State University • Ferguson Township, PA

2d • $51,000 - $74,000

About The Position

Penn State is currently seeking an Assistant Director of Development, Annual Giving in strategically assisting the Office of University Development and Intercollegiate Athletics in the efforts to encourage and increase participation and annual support of funds for the University; facilitates, manages, and promotes alumni relations and development programs to benefit the campus or unit and its surrounding communities. Reporting to the Assistant Athletic Director of Annual Giving and working closely with, as well as other partners, this Assistant Director of Development will: Develop and execute plans for evaluation, cultivation, and solicitation of a portfolio of prospects for annual gifts; travel to visit donors Establish, implement, and evaluate plans to solicit philanthropic support Assess, cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of higher gifts prospects Promote a broad understanding of the philanthropic priorities of the university to academic leadership, volunteers, alumni, and employees Manage and prepare proposal, solicitation, and cultivation materials Collate and interpret available data research to develop relationships with potential donors Build and maintain relationships with volunteers, donors, committees, alumni, and boards Organize, manage, and plan reunion and other events to further advance the philanthropic mission of the campus or unit Partner with campus or unit representatives to provide award and recognition events, alumni reunions, and advisory board meetings Manage and conduct selected fundraising activities, including direct mail, telemarketing, e-communications, personal solicitations, and event planning as assigned May assume duties of office operations and supervise staff, if necessary The successful candidate will have: A track record of success in securing philanthropic gifts and meeting fundraising goals; Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills; The ability to create and maintain an inclusive and respectful environment for all students and colleagues; A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and as part of a team; A commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored. DDAR is supportive of flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to flexible work arrangements should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

Requirements

• A track record of success in securing philanthropic gifts and meeting fundraising goals
• Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to create and maintain an inclusive and respectful environment for all students and colleagues
• A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and as part of a team
• A commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored
• Bachelor's Degree
• 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute plans for evaluation, cultivation, and solicitation of a portfolio of prospects for annual gifts; travel to visit donors
• Establish, implement, and evaluate plans to solicit philanthropic support
• Assess, cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of higher gifts prospects
• Promote a broad understanding of the philanthropic priorities of the university to academic leadership, volunteers, alumni, and employees
• Manage and prepare proposal, solicitation, and cultivation materials
• Collate and interpret available data research to develop relationships with potential donors
• Build and maintain relationships with volunteers, donors, committees, alumni, and boards
• Organize, manage, and plan reunion and other events to further advance the philanthropic mission of the campus or unit
• Partner with campus or unit representatives to provide award and recognition events, alumni reunions, and advisory board meetings
• Manage and conduct selected fundraising activities, including direct mail, telemarketing, e-communications, personal solicitations, and event planning as assigned
• May assume duties of office operations and supervise staff, if necessary

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees