Kean University Foundation Hiring for Director of Annual Giving at Union, NJ Full Time

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Annual Giving plays a critical role in increasing unrestricted support and acts
as an ambassador for the Kean University Foundation. The Director of Annual Giving is responsible planning, executing, and managing a
comprehensive multi-faceted annual giving program. Additionally, the Director of Annual Giving is responsible for cultivating, soliciting,
and stewarding a targeted portfolio of 100 lead annual giving prospects.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and implement a strategic plan for annual fund-raising in support of the University and designated programs/centers. Determine
  cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies based on annual fund best practices paired with data analysis and a knowledge of
  emerging technologies. Undertake new initiatives to acquire, retain and upgrade annual donors.
• Realize annual fund-raising
  objectives by managing all daily operations for the annual giving programs.
• Solicit annual giving prospects though a variety of
  modalities including digital and direct mail, phone-a-thons, and in-person to optimize donor acquisition, retention and increase dollars for
  annual fund-raising activities.
• Manage an assigned portfolio of lead annual donors to maximize their annual giving potential
• Plan and direct a University employee giving campaign by working with appropriate internal departments and employees to create a
  comprehensive program that creates a culture of philanthropy and educates the internal Kean University community as to the philanthropic
  needs of the Foundation.
• Spearhead the administration and annual growth of a Day of Giving campaign.
• Working in
  conjunction with University staff, serve as the lead author to create and manage the promotional and solicitation components of the annual
  giving program.
• In consultation with Associate Director of Stewardship, determine and execute stewardship plan for annual fund
  donors.
• Identify potential major gift and planned giving prospects from among annual donors to recommend to philanthropy officers
  for follow-up.
• Interact on a regular basis with foundation staff to share best practices and coordinate efforts.
• Perform
  additional duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors degree and 3 – 5 years relevant
  experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience, with a demonstrated track record in annual fund solicitations
  using a variety of modalities (digital marketing, direct mail, etc.).
• Must possess excellent organizational, communication,
  customer service, writing, marketing and data analysis skills, and have sound knowledge of fund-raising principles, concepts, and
  techniques.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and data management skills.
• Blackbaud Raisers Edge proficiency.
• Candidate must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, be self-motivated and
  attentive to details, and exhibit creative and entrepreneurial energy.
• Ability to work independently but collaboratively as part of
  a goal-oriented team is essential.
• An understanding and appreciation to work in diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural setting with
  commitment to diversity in the workplace as well as in one’s understanding of mission.