Annual Giving Officer (998433)
Annual Giving Officer (998433)
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Join Xavier Universitys University Relations Team
Annual Giving Officer and Assistant Director for Parent Engagement and Philanthropy
Are you passionate about relationship-building and mission-driven work Xavier University is seeking two full-time advancement professionals to join the Division of University Relations a team committed to engaging alumni parents and friends in meaningful ways to advance the Universitys Jesuit mission.
We are hiring for the following full-time onsite positions:
1. Annual Giving Officer
Department: Office of the Annual Fund
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a personal portfolio of annual giving prospects and conduct 150 significant contacts annually
- Solicit and renew annual gifts to grow Xaviers donor base
- Attend University events to identify and cultivate new prospects
- Collaborate with Alumni Relations and University Engagement teams to develop chapter-specific fundraising initiatives
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree and a minimum of 2 years of professional experience (preferably in fundraising sales or relationship management)
- Strong communication skills and a goal-oriented mindset
2. Assistant Director for Parent Engagement and Philanthropy
Department: Office of Alumni and Parent Relations
Key Responsibilities:
- Cultivate relationships with prospective and current parent donors through visits events phone outreach and correspondence
- Solicit and secure annual gifts from the parent community
- Lead the Parent Leadership Council (PLC) including recruitment engagement and event planning
- Coordinate bi-annual PLC meetings and collaborate across campus to deepen parent engagement
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree and a minimum of 2 years of professional experience (ideally in advancement volunteer management or higher education)
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Why Work at Xavier
These roles offer the chance to directly support a mission-based institution grounded in Jesuit values. Youll join a collaborative and energized team dedicated to building relationships that transform the student experience and secure Xaviers future.
If youre a motivated professional who thrives on meaningful connection and wants to help shape the next chapter of Xaviers story wed love to hear from you.
HOW TO APPLY:
To ensure consideration qualified/interested applicants must submit a cover letter resume and the names and contact information of three professional references on Xavier Universitys website byJuly 29 2025.Applications will be accepted until the position closes at the Universitys discretion.
BENEFITS:
Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial educational health and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and employment class.
- Generous paid time off work options including vacation sick leave and holidays.
- Flexible work environment including ability to work two days remotely each week.
- Tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Comprehensive insurance plans including medical dental vision and prescription coverage.
- Tax advantaged accounts including health savings account flexible spending accounts and dependent care account.
- Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance accident and illness insurance and retirement savings plans.
Required Skills
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Proficiency in donor database management and CRM systems
- Ability to analyze data and use it to inform fundraising strategies
- Experience with planning and executing fundraising campaigns
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Knowledge of best practices in annual giving and philanthropy
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software
- Understanding of the principles of donor stewardship and recognition
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
- Creativity and innovation in developing engagement and solicitation tactics
- Commitment to the mission and values of Xavier University
Required Experience
- A minimum of 1 to 2 years of professional experience in fundraising development or a related field
- Proven track record of achieving fundraising goals and increasing donor engagement
- Experience managing a donor portfolio and building long-term relationships
- Familiarity with annual giving programs and strategies within higher education
- Demonstrated success in soliciting and securing gifts from individuals
- Experience working with alumni parents and other key constituents
- Understanding of the philanthropic landscape and donor giving trends
- Experience coordinating and collaborating with cross-functional teams
- Background in developing and managing fundraising events and initiatives
- Experience with budget management and financial reporting in a fundraising context
- Knowledge of legal and ethical guidelines related to fundraising and donor relations
- Bachelors degree from an accredited institution preferably in a related field such as communications marketing public relations or nonprofit management
Required Experience:
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Employment Type
Full-Time
