Annual Fund Coordinator

Agency

Department

The Annual Fund Coordinator supports the Director of Annual Fund in developing implementing and managing strategies that strengthen donor participation increase annual giving and enhance alumni donor engagement. This position plays a key role in coordinating fundraising campaigns marketing and communications and donor outreach efforts. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills creativity and a background in marketing or social media to effectively promote the Universitys philanthropic initiatives. This position is critical to building a culture of philanthropy and supporting the universitys mission through increased donor engagement.

The salary is determined in accordance with the Universitys compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates education and experience within the assigned salary range for this position.

Responsibilities:

Fundraising and Campaign Support

• Assist in planning executing and evaluating annual giving campaigns including direct mail digital and social media appeals.

• Coordinate donor outreach activities such as phone-a-thons crowdfunding and Day of Giving campaigns.

• Support donor cultivation and stewardship efforts through personalized communication follow-up and event participation.

• Track and analyze donor data to identify giving trends and opportunities for engagement.

Marketing and Communications

• Manage content for Annual Giving digital platforms including the University Advancement website newsletters and social media channels.

• Create compelling written and visual content to promote giving campaigns and donor impact stories.

• Collaborate with the Office of Marketing and Communications to ensure consistent messaging and branding across materials.

Event Coordination

• Assist with the planning and execution of Annual Fund/University Advancement-related events including donor recognition events giving programs and alumni engagement activities.

• Manage event logistics such as scheduling vendor coordination and volunteer participation.

• Represent the Annual Fund at university events to support alumni and donor relations.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• No prior experience required.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of database and spreadsheet applications.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Ability to work in an environment of constant demands and frequent interruptions.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

Special Requirements:

• Applicants with equivalent experience in lieu of a Bachelors degree may be considered. One year of the related experience is the equivalent of one college year. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have four years of related experience to meet the equivalency in lieu of a Bachelors degree plus the minimum required years of experience. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have a total of four years of experience.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.