Director, Annual Fund

United States Soccer Federation 1•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The U.S. Soccer Federation exists in service to soccer. Our aim is to ignite a national passion for the game. Because we believe that soccer is more than a sport; it is a force for good. We understand the importance and the power of teamwork, on and off the pitch. That is why we work closely with our Federation partners and members, to inspire, support and guide every level of the game: from the grassroots to the National Teams. We want to bring soccer into every home and every community, right across America. Because we believe that soccer can transform lives like no other sport. Soccer can represent the best of U.S. U.S. Soccer is in a period of significant growth, with ambitious plans for U.S. Soccer in the near and far future. We are, therefore, looking for dynamic servant leaders to join us on this journey: in service to soccer. Applicants must be able to demonstrate visionary leadership, analytical decision-making, professional flexibility, and an empathic management style that builds bold teams and delivers globally significant results.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in related field required
7-10 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising with proven experience developing and executing large-scale, multi-channel annual giving strategies that drive measurable revenue and donor growth, including digital fundraising experience and acumen
Excellent project management, communication, and collaboration skills; ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.
Strong background in donor segmentation, campaign analytics, and CRM database management (Salesforce experience preferred).
Exceptional writing and storytelling skills tailored for donor audiences
Strategic thinker with a deep understanding of donor motivations and fundraising lifecycles
Extraordinary collaborator and culture-builder
General knowledge of soccer
Capable of working in fast-paced and demanding environments
Must be able to connect “micro” details to the “macro” vision and mission
Proficient experience with Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)

Responsibilities

Develop and lead a comprehensive annual fund strategy focused on donor acquisition, retention, and unrestricted revenue growth.
Establish multi-year plans and annual goals aligned with the organization’s fundraising priorities.
Plan, implement, and evaluate integrated, multi-channel fundraising campaigns across direct mail, email, digital, social media, and peer-to-peer platforms.
Partner with the Marketing & Communications team to develop creative content and messaging that drive donor engagement and align with brand standards.
Hire and manage relationships with external vendors, consultants, and creative partners supporting annual fund activities.
Collaborate with the Stewardship and Mid-Level and Major Gifts teams to identify and cultivate donors for increased engagement and giving.
Establish and track key performance indicators, analyzing data to measure results and inform strategic decisions.
Stay informed on trends and best practices in annual giving and emerging fundraising trends to ensure continued growth and innovation.
Promote a culture of philanthropy across federation staff, stakeholders, and entire organization
Support overall goals of the Advancement team
Other duties as assigned