Are you a relationship-driven fundraising leader who thrives on building high-performing teams and driving meaningful impact Brandeis University is seeking a Director of Leadership Annual Giving to lead and grow a dynamic program focused on expanding philanthropic support and deepening donor engagement.

This is a highly visible leadership role within Institutional Advancementideal for someone who combines strategic vision frontline fundraising expertise and a passion for mentoring others.

Why This Role Matters

At Brandeis leadership annual giving plays a critical role in fueling the Universitys mission. You will lead efforts to grow a robust pipeline of donors giving between $1000 and $25000 directly supporting key institutional priorities and enhancing the student experience.

The hiring range for this position is $92200 - $122900.

What You Will Do

Lead & Inspire a High-Performing Team (40%)

• Manage and mentor a team of five frontline fundraisers fostering a culture of accountability collaboration and results
• Coach staff on donor strategy portfolio management and solicitation techniques
• Track performance metrics and drive progress toward ambitious visit and revenue goals
• Partner with Advancement leadership to align strategies with major gift pipelines and University priorities

Shape Reunion Campaign Strategy & Volunteer Engagement (35%)

• Design and execute innovative Reunion Class Campaign strategies that drive participation upgrades and multi-year commitments
• Recruit engage and lead high-level volunteers as ambassadors and peer solicitors
• Represent Brandeis at key events strengthening relationships with alumni and donors

Drive Fundraising Results (25%)

• Personally manage a portfolio of leadership donors securing gifts of $1000 to $25000
• Contribute significantly to annual revenue goals ($500K$1M per officer)
• Ensure thoughtful stewardship and accurate tracking of all donor engagement

What You Bring

• 7 years of fundraising experience with a proven track record of closing gifts at the $1000 level
• Leadership experience (24 years) managing and developing high-performing teams
• Expertise in volunteer management donor engagement and campaign strategy
• Strong analytical skills and experience using data to drive fundraising performance
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills

Experience in higher education or a complex nonprofit environment is strongly preferred.

Work Environment & Expectations

• Based on the Brandeis University campus in Waltham MA
• Regular travel and evening/weekend work for donor visits and events

Why Brandeis

Brandeis University is a distinguished research institution known for academic excellence social justice and a strong sense of community. Youll join a collaborative Advancement team committed to innovation impact and building lasting relationships with alumni and supporters.

Ready to Make an Impact

If youre energized by leading teams building donor relationships and advancing a mission-driven institution we invite you to apply.

Pay Range Disclosure

The Universitys pay ranges represent a good faith estimate of what Brandeis reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position the candidates work experience and education/training internal peer equity and applicable legal requirements.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race color ancestry religious creed gender identity and expression national or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation pregnancy age genetic information disability caste military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a protected class).