Associate Director of College and Unit Annual Giving

Cornell University

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Ithaca, NY - USA

profile Monthly Salary: $ 82735 - 100866
Posted on: 2 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Cornell University welcomes candidates for the position of Associate Director of College and Unit Annual Giving in our Alumni Affairs and Development division based in Ithaca NY. This role presents an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the universitys advancement efforts.

In partnership with the Executive Director of Annual and Leadership Giving and Director of Cornell Funds the Associate Director of College and Unit Annual Giving leads strategy and execution of a comprehensive annual giving program to grow unrestricted support increase donor participation and strengthen the pipeline across assigned colleges and units. This role partners cross-functionally to drive segmentation messaging and multi-channel campaigns while delivering measurable results in dollars raised retention and donor advancement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own and deliver against ambitious Annual Fund revenue and participation goals across assigned colleges/units balancing multiple segments priorities and timelines simultaneously.

  • Design and execute multi-channel Annual Fund strategies that drive unrestricted current-use giving translating institutional priorities into clear actionable plans that move quickly from concept to execution.

  • Lead with data and judgment using performance insights testing and industry best practices to continuously refine strategy improve outcomes and sustain year-over-year growth.

  • Operate as a trusted expert and partner to Chief Development Officers (CDOs)confidently guiding strategy and direction while building credibility alignment and trust across stakeholders.

  • Manage complexity with disciplineprioritizing competing demands maintaining momentum under pressure and creating clarity and accountability for self and team.

  • Work cross-functionally with college leadership and development to align priorities and drive integrated annual giving strategy including segmentation messaging campaign execution and stewardship.

  • Write review and approve messaging for appeals in collaboration with CMP to ensure alignment with college/unit priorities and donorcentric best practices.

About Alumni Affairs and Development

Cornells Alumni Affairs and Development division widely regarded as one of the top-performing advancement organizations in higher education connects alumni parents and friends with opportunities to advance the universitys mission through philanthropy and engagement. As part of our team youll help cultivate meaningful relationships while working alongside dedicated professionals who share your commitment to excellence and educational advancement.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree and 3 to 5 years relevant experience or equivalent combination.

  • Demonstrated supervision and management skills.

  • Excellent communication interpersonal and organizational skills.

  • Must have strong computer software skills including MS Office excel power point databases and networked information systems.

  • Must have excellent analytic skills to ensure data-driven results.

  • Must be able to work in a team-based environment and have the ability to direct inform and motivate staff.

  • Some travel may be required.

  • Proven experience connecting inclusion belonging and wellbeing practices to business goals.

Work Location

This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Employees typically perform this role remotely 3 days per week and on-campus 2 days per week. The university reserves the right to modify suspend revoke or terminate the hybrid work arrangement at any time.

Rewards and Benefits

  • Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health wellbeing and sustainability.

  • Our benefits programs include comprehensive health care options generous retirement contributions access to wellness programs and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. We invite you to follow this link to get more information about our benefits: Understand Your Benefits Working at Cornell.

  • Our leave provisions include health and personal leave three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays: Martin Luther King Jr. Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Thanksgiving and the day after and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1. To offer greater flexibility for observing faiths and traditions we also offer two additional floating holidays. Learn more about our generous leave provisions: Holiday and Accrued Time Off Working at Cornell

  • Cornells impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program tuition aid for external education and Cornell Childrens Tuition Assistance Program. Learn more about our extensive educational benefits: Education Benefits Working at Cornell

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Cornell is an equal opportunity employer. For more information visit

University Job Title:

Annual Fund Officer III

Job Family:

Alumni Affairs Development

Level:

G

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Pay Range:

$82735.00 - $100866.00

Remote Option Availability:

Hybrid

Company:

Contract College

Contact Name:

Rachel Colunio

Contact Email:

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  • Unique applicable skills

  • Academic Discipline

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Cornell University welcomes candidates for the position of Associate Director of College and Unit Annual Giving in our Alumni Affairs and Development division based in Ithaca NY. This role presents an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the universitys advancement efforts.In partnership with t...
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