Associate Director of Annual Giving

CSU Careers•Fullerton, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The office of Central Development within the Division of University Advancement is dedicated to increasing community, tradition, and contributions to the University by working together with the campus community. A strong foundation of supporters is essential to enhancing academic innovation, empowering students, transforming campus structures, and enriching the community. Through gifts large and small, Cal State Fullerton elevates the potential of our remarkable students. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Associate Director of Annual Giving (Administrator I). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
Two to three years of experience in development fundraising, annual giving, advancement services, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience supporting fundraising campaigns, donor engagement strategies, or direct response programs.
Working knowledge of fundraising principles, donor lifecycle, and stewardship practices.
Experience coordinating projects with multiple stakeholders and managing competing priorities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop donor-facing content.
Proficient knowledge of digital technology, design tools, and giving platforms.
Ability to analyze data and prepare reports to support program evaluation.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Suite with the ability to use the full range of software package (Word, Excel, PPT and Teams).
Experience working with sensitive and confidential data.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment.
Must be able to support and work the university’s annual commencement ceremonies.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of experience in development with a focus on annual giving.
Experience in fundraising, preferably in higher education.
Experience with annual giving programs, including direct mail, digital fundraising, and/or Day of Giving campaigns.
Experience with marketing automation tools, email platforms, and digital engagement strategies.
Demonstrated ability to interpret fundraising metrics and apply insights to improve performance.
Experience working with volunteers, alumni groups, or advisory boards.
Knowledge of emerging trends in philanthropy, including crowdfunding, social fundraising, and donor experience strategies.
Familiarity with specific data management and multi-channel tools like Gravyty’s Raise and Gratavid, Raiser’s Edge (RENXT), Trello, Scalefunder, and/or similar products.
Outstanding collaborative skills and an ability to serve as a member of a team while working independently across various constituencies.
Supervisory or lead work experience, including training or mentoring staff or student assistants.

Responsibilities

Plays a key role in the development and implementation of fundraising strategies that grow annual philanthropic revenue.
Responsible for managing multi-channel solicitation campaigns, enhancing donor engagement, and increasing participation and philanthropic revenue from alumni, faculty, staff, and friends of the university.
Collaborates across University Advancement to implement annual giving initiatives.
Supports leadership annual giving and digital giving efforts.
Assists with budget tracking.
Implements data-driven strategies focused on donor acquisition, retention, and pipeline development.
Operates with a high degree of independence while partnering closely with the Director of Annual Giving and Stewardship on strategy execution and program development.
Other duties as assigned.