Annual Gift Director - Higher Ed. jobs in Evansville, IN

The Assistant Director, Athletics Annual Giving, will work collaboratively with the Sr. Director of Alumni and Engagement and Associate Athletics Director for Revenue Generation to increase annual athletics support for the University of Evansville. This position is primarily responsible for growing annual giving and engagement for 17 varsity programs and the Purple Aces Club.

The Assistance Director will work closely with coaches, development officers, and alumni staff to plan and execute innovative strategies centered around increased alumni engagement and annual giving. This individual will also oversee the growth of the Purple Aces Club to increase unrestricted athletic annual giving. Working closely with the Major Gifts Officer, this person will identify, qualify, cultivate, and solicit prospects at the leadership giving level ($1,000 - $25,000) in support of Aces Athletics.

Other responsibilities include effective collaboration with other team members of University Advancement and the Athletics Department to develop and foster meaningful relationships with alumni, parents, and friends. Strategic planning and execution of events centered around growing the donor pipeline will be key in being an effective fundraiser.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minium of 2 years of experience in fundraising or related fields such as development, sales, customer relations, etc.

Required Qualifications

• Proven success in securing philanthropic gifts, or equivalent experience in a related field such as sales.
• Excellent communication, organization, and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.
• Working knowledge of electronic mail, donor databases (CRM experience preferred), the Windows environment, and other such software platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge or prior experience in college athletics.
• Experience in a non-profit or higher education setting.
• Knowledge of the University of Evansville and Aces Athletics.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: