Senior Director of Annual Giving

A humblecollegefounded before Texas was a stateBaylornow stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions just 52 of which are private universities.

Since 2011 Baylor has been named as one of the nations Great Colleges to Work For. Great Colleges to Work For is one of the countrys largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey conducted by ModernThink is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

What We Are Looking For

Baylor University is seeking a Senior Director of Annual Giving to provide strategic leadership for Baylors comprehensive annual giving program serving the entire university. This role is responsible for planning implementing and evaluating an omni-channel annual giving strategy that increases donor participation retention and annual revenue while strengthening donor loyalty and trust. The Senior Director manages the annual giving budget leads and develops a high-performing team and works in close partnership with campus and Advancement colleagues (including unit marketing professionals Student Life teams and other school/unit leaders) to execute coordinated fundraising aligned to Baylors priorities.

A Bachelors degree and seven years of relevant work experience are required. A Masters degree is preferred.

All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What You Will Do

• Leads Baylors comprehensive annual giving strategy by planning implementing and evaluating a university-wide program that advances institutional priorities and delivers measurable growth in participation retention and revenue

• Directs multi-channel annual giving initiatives (digital email direct mail giving day/campaign moments and other solicitation strategies as appropriate) ensuring compelling segmented messaging and disciplined execution across the annual calendar

• Serve as a strategic campus partner and convener for unit leaders unit marketing professionals Student Life and Advancement colleaguesaligning goals coordinating plans and supporting unit-based annual giving priorities within a unified Baylor approach

• Manage the program budget as well as lead a high-performing team by setting expectations coaching performance managing workflows and building capacity to deliver excellent strategy and service

• Own program measurement and reporting by establishing KPIs leveraging data/CRM insights and providing clear performance updates and recommendations to Advancement leadership and unit partners

• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylors mission

• Ability to comply with university policies

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance
  

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental and vision insurance generous time off tuition remission and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your familys wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more go toBaylor Benefits & Advantages.

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