Inside Higher Ed
Associate Director of Annual Giving, Leadership Societies
Inside Higher Ed, Claremont, California, United States, 91711
Overview
Associate Director of Annual Giving, Leadership Societies Inside Higher Ed The Office of Annual Giving is seeking an individual with broad fundraising experience to support alumni and parent Annual Giving initiatives, leadership annual giving societies, and to fundraise for Claremont McKenna College (CMC). The individual in this role is responsible for programmatically managing the Res Publica Society (RP), Res Publica Associates (RPA), and the Presidents Leadership Society (PLC) to hit annual and Reunion Giving goals as developed in conjunction with the Director of Annual Giving. Responsibilities
Manage solicitation and stewardship plans for RP and RPA renewals and prospects, including postal and email appeals, student phonenite and staff calls, and limited event details. Manage the programmatic elements of the PLC by tracking membership, communicating with relationship managers regarding prospects and potential upgrades, planning events for PLC members during family-focused events, and serving as a resource for all PLC families. Ensure solicitation of key prospects annually with added emphasis on those alumni in major Reunion years (50th, 25th, 10th, 5th). Educate donors and Reunion volunteers about the impact of their gifts and importance of giving to secure multi-year upgrades from the 5th, 10th, and 50th Reunions. Manage assigned Reunion committees collaborating with fellow Alumni Weekend/Reunion Staff Class Liaisons to maximize awareness of the Res Publica Society and Res Publica Associates in order to hit Reunion Giving goals. Partake in end-of-calendar and end-of-fiscal year solicitation efforts with team members to help reach departmental dollar and participation goals. Report on progress of Society and Reunion gifts through the Raisers Edge database and Business Intelligence reports. Identify gaps and opportunities in the Annual Giving pyramid. Participate in campus events and off-site CMC events; related duties as assigned. Qualifications
Education:
B.A. or B.S. degree required; or any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Experience: A minimum of three or more years of direct fundraising, sales, or similar experience with demonstrated capacity to organize and manage programs is required for this position. Experience with leadership giving societies and/or alumni class giving is strongly preferred. Requires a strong self-starter, exceptional interpersonal skills and an ability to interface professionally and diplomatically with alumni, parents, administration, faculty, and students. Strong computer/database skills, preferably with CRMs and spreadsheets, and an ongoing ability to learn is required. Familiarity with advanced features of the Microsoft Office suite of products, such as PowerPoint, mail merges, and vlookups, is preferred. Raisers Edge experience is preferred. Ability to work collaboratively with volunteers and volunteer groups required with demonstrated ability to lead others towards a common goal. Superior organizational skills, exceptional follow-through, and an ability to work well with others required. Must be strongly detail-oriented and flexible/adaptable. Ability to work well under deadlines while balancing multiple tasks; team-oriented with measurable objectives. Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends; strong customer service background preferred. Knowledge of the selective, private higher education landscape is preferred. Additional Information
Location:
Claremont, CA Hours:
8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. MondayFriday; weekend and evening work may be required. Travel required. 12-month, year-round position. Classification:
Exempt, full-time, benefits-eligible Pay Range:
$74,000 $78,000 per year Licenses:
A valid drivers license or equivalent transportation is required. Disability Accommodations:
Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with a disability. Applicants may contact Human Resources for assistance at (909) 621-8490 or hr@cmc.edu. Disclaimer and At-Will Employment:
This description defines essential duties and may change. Employment is at-will. The College may modify terms of employment as needed. EEO statements and contact information for Human Resources are included in the original posting for inquiries. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Associate Director of Annual Giving, Leadership Societies Inside Higher Ed The Office of Annual Giving is seeking an individual with broad fundraising experience to support alumni and parent Annual Giving initiatives, leadership annual giving societies, and to fundraise for Claremont McKenna College (CMC). The individual in this role is responsible for programmatically managing the Res Publica Society (RP), Res Publica Associates (RPA), and the Presidents Leadership Society (PLC) to hit annual and Reunion Giving goals as developed in conjunction with the Director of Annual Giving. Responsibilities
Manage solicitation and stewardship plans for RP and RPA renewals and prospects, including postal and email appeals, student phonenite and staff calls, and limited event details. Manage the programmatic elements of the PLC by tracking membership, communicating with relationship managers regarding prospects and potential upgrades, planning events for PLC members during family-focused events, and serving as a resource for all PLC families. Ensure solicitation of key prospects annually with added emphasis on those alumni in major Reunion years (50th, 25th, 10th, 5th). Educate donors and Reunion volunteers about the impact of their gifts and importance of giving to secure multi-year upgrades from the 5th, 10th, and 50th Reunions. Manage assigned Reunion committees collaborating with fellow Alumni Weekend/Reunion Staff Class Liaisons to maximize awareness of the Res Publica Society and Res Publica Associates in order to hit Reunion Giving goals. Partake in end-of-calendar and end-of-fiscal year solicitation efforts with team members to help reach departmental dollar and participation goals. Report on progress of Society and Reunion gifts through the Raisers Edge database and Business Intelligence reports. Identify gaps and opportunities in the Annual Giving pyramid. Participate in campus events and off-site CMC events; related duties as assigned. Qualifications
Education:
B.A. or B.S. degree required; or any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Experience: A minimum of three or more years of direct fundraising, sales, or similar experience with demonstrated capacity to organize and manage programs is required for this position. Experience with leadership giving societies and/or alumni class giving is strongly preferred. Requires a strong self-starter, exceptional interpersonal skills and an ability to interface professionally and diplomatically with alumni, parents, administration, faculty, and students. Strong computer/database skills, preferably with CRMs and spreadsheets, and an ongoing ability to learn is required. Familiarity with advanced features of the Microsoft Office suite of products, such as PowerPoint, mail merges, and vlookups, is preferred. Raisers Edge experience is preferred. Ability to work collaboratively with volunteers and volunteer groups required with demonstrated ability to lead others towards a common goal. Superior organizational skills, exceptional follow-through, and an ability to work well with others required. Must be strongly detail-oriented and flexible/adaptable. Ability to work well under deadlines while balancing multiple tasks; team-oriented with measurable objectives. Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends; strong customer service background preferred. Knowledge of the selective, private higher education landscape is preferred. Additional Information
Location:
Claremont, CA Hours:
8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. MondayFriday; weekend and evening work may be required. Travel required. 12-month, year-round position. Classification:
Exempt, full-time, benefits-eligible Pay Range:
$74,000 $78,000 per year Licenses:
A valid drivers license or equivalent transportation is required. Disability Accommodations:
Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with a disability. Applicants may contact Human Resources for assistance at (909) 621-8490 or hr@cmc.edu. Disclaimer and At-Will Employment:
This description defines essential duties and may change. Employment is at-will. The College may modify terms of employment as needed. EEO statements and contact information for Human Resources are included in the original posting for inquiries. #J-18808-Ljbffr