University of Pennsylvania
Assistant Class Giving Director, The Penn Fund
University of Pennsylvania, Tower City, North Dakota, United States, 58071
University Overview
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. Penn has been ranked nationally as an employer with notable awards, including Forbes recognition as one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus with easy access to educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, cultural offerings, and diverse environments, Philadelphia is a vibrant place to work and live. The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, retirement benefits, professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, wellness programs and resources, and more. Posted Job Title
Assistant Class Giving Director, The Penn Fund Job Profile Title
Annual Giving Officer A Job Description Summary
Organizational Mission and Values: Established in 1927, The Penn Fund supports the University’s mission through the core values of Development and Alumni Relations, raising dollars and donors to enhance undergraduate life and learning. The Penn Fund is a primary annual giving vehicle within the Penn community, benefitting the University’s highest priorities across academics, extracurricular activities, and residential life. Future team members will uphold integrity and accountability, lead with collegiality, seek collaboration, embrace diversity, communicate openly, and respect others’ dignity and personal rights. Position Overview: The Penn Fund includes a dedicated team of Class Giving Directors who work with alumni volunteers and development colleagues to meet class fundraising goals, focusing on quinquennial reunion classes. Reporting to the Director of Class Giving and Reunion Programs, the Assistant Class Giving Director will motivate undergraduate alumni to support the University through philanthropy and volunteer engagement and will partner within the broader Development and Alumni Relations framework at Penn. The Assistant Class Giving Director will also manage an individual prospect portfolio, conduct outreach (virtual and in-person), travel as needed, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors, and recruit and train volunteers. A key responsibility is managing solicitation of top Penn Fund prospects in at least one milestone reunion class, while supporting additional classes to drive growth in dollars and donor participation. The role includes building and managing high-performing gift committees of alumni volunteers who solicit peers at leadership giving levels and foster a culture of loyal giving. The role also requires collaboration with other prospect managers to solicit assigned undergraduate alumni for unrestricted and scholarship support. The ability to manage, analyze, and draw insights from complex and confidential data to identify top prospects and volunteers is essential. Additional duties may be assigned in alignment with Penn Fund goals. Job Description
Frontline Fundraising Regularly connect with prospective donors and volunteers—within and outside an individual portfolio—through visits (virtual and in-person), phone, and email Meet with prospective donors and volunteers to increase philanthropic support, focusing on leadership annual giving prospects ($2,500+) and endowed scholarship solicitations of at least $125,000 Include solicitation of non-reunion undergraduate alumni leadership donors in addition to milestone-reunion donors and those contributing at or below leadership levels across all assigned classes Document all prospect actions in the internal database to ensure information sharing across the University Volunteer Management Recruit, train, and manage reunion class giving committees and volunteers within the assigned class portfolio; motivate volunteers; communicate progress, strategies, and fundraising priorities; create and analyze data and reports; maintain accurate database updates reflecting all activity Other Potential Duties as Assigned Staff additional reunion and/or non-reunion classes as needed; liaise with partner teams across the division; assist with planning and execution of annual volunteer and donor events Please provide a resume and cover letter to be considered for this role. Upload documents in the “Resume/CV” section of the application before submitting. Qualifications
Bachelor of Science and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience Knowledge of fundraising principles and comfort soliciting gifts from an engaged donor community Enthusiasm for data-driven decision-making and goal achievement Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, ability to manage multiple projects, and willingness to work both independently and with a team Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; ability to learn organization-specific systems and databases Willingness to travel as necessary to meet with donors and volunteers Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Department / School
Development and Alumni Relations Pay Range
$49,500.00 - $65,000.00 Annual Rate Salary offers are based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they relate to the requirements of the position and aligned with external market data and internal Penn benchmarks. Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any protected class under applicable law. Special Requirements
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer. The scope will be tailored to the job requirements. University Benefits
Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance; pre-tax flexible spending options Tuition: Tuition assistance for employee, spouse, and dependents; eligibility for other institutions Retirement: Generous retirement plans with pre-tax or Roth options; investment options through TIAA and Vanguard Time Away from Work: Substantial paid time off for personal needs and recovery Long-Term Care Insurance: Partnership with Genworth Financial for eligible employees and family members Wellness and Work-life Resources: Programs to support health and balance Professional and Personal Development University Resources: Access to libraries, athletic facilities, cultural venues, and events Discounts and Special Services: Arts, entertainment, transportation, mortgages, and more Flexible Work Hours Penn Home Ownership Services: Forgivable loan for eligible home purchases or improvements Adoption Assistance: Reimbursement for qualified adoption expenses To learn more, please visit: PennBenefits (no external link retained).
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The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. Penn has been ranked nationally as an employer with notable awards, including Forbes recognition as one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus with easy access to educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, cultural offerings, and diverse environments, Philadelphia is a vibrant place to work and live. The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, retirement benefits, professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, wellness programs and resources, and more. Posted Job Title
Assistant Class Giving Director, The Penn Fund Job Profile Title
Annual Giving Officer A Job Description Summary
Organizational Mission and Values: Established in 1927, The Penn Fund supports the University’s mission through the core values of Development and Alumni Relations, raising dollars and donors to enhance undergraduate life and learning. The Penn Fund is a primary annual giving vehicle within the Penn community, benefitting the University’s highest priorities across academics, extracurricular activities, and residential life. Future team members will uphold integrity and accountability, lead with collegiality, seek collaboration, embrace diversity, communicate openly, and respect others’ dignity and personal rights. Position Overview: The Penn Fund includes a dedicated team of Class Giving Directors who work with alumni volunteers and development colleagues to meet class fundraising goals, focusing on quinquennial reunion classes. Reporting to the Director of Class Giving and Reunion Programs, the Assistant Class Giving Director will motivate undergraduate alumni to support the University through philanthropy and volunteer engagement and will partner within the broader Development and Alumni Relations framework at Penn. The Assistant Class Giving Director will also manage an individual prospect portfolio, conduct outreach (virtual and in-person), travel as needed, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors, and recruit and train volunteers. A key responsibility is managing solicitation of top Penn Fund prospects in at least one milestone reunion class, while supporting additional classes to drive growth in dollars and donor participation. The role includes building and managing high-performing gift committees of alumni volunteers who solicit peers at leadership giving levels and foster a culture of loyal giving. The role also requires collaboration with other prospect managers to solicit assigned undergraduate alumni for unrestricted and scholarship support. The ability to manage, analyze, and draw insights from complex and confidential data to identify top prospects and volunteers is essential. Additional duties may be assigned in alignment with Penn Fund goals. Job Description
Frontline Fundraising Regularly connect with prospective donors and volunteers—within and outside an individual portfolio—through visits (virtual and in-person), phone, and email Meet with prospective donors and volunteers to increase philanthropic support, focusing on leadership annual giving prospects ($2,500+) and endowed scholarship solicitations of at least $125,000 Include solicitation of non-reunion undergraduate alumni leadership donors in addition to milestone-reunion donors and those contributing at or below leadership levels across all assigned classes Document all prospect actions in the internal database to ensure information sharing across the University Volunteer Management Recruit, train, and manage reunion class giving committees and volunteers within the assigned class portfolio; motivate volunteers; communicate progress, strategies, and fundraising priorities; create and analyze data and reports; maintain accurate database updates reflecting all activity Other Potential Duties as Assigned Staff additional reunion and/or non-reunion classes as needed; liaise with partner teams across the division; assist with planning and execution of annual volunteer and donor events Please provide a resume and cover letter to be considered for this role. Upload documents in the “Resume/CV” section of the application before submitting. Qualifications
Bachelor of Science and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience Knowledge of fundraising principles and comfort soliciting gifts from an engaged donor community Enthusiasm for data-driven decision-making and goal achievement Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, ability to manage multiple projects, and willingness to work both independently and with a team Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; ability to learn organization-specific systems and databases Willingness to travel as necessary to meet with donors and volunteers Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Department / School
Development and Alumni Relations Pay Range
$49,500.00 - $65,000.00 Annual Rate Salary offers are based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they relate to the requirements of the position and aligned with external market data and internal Penn benchmarks. Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any protected class under applicable law. Special Requirements
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer. The scope will be tailored to the job requirements. University Benefits
Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance; pre-tax flexible spending options Tuition: Tuition assistance for employee, spouse, and dependents; eligibility for other institutions Retirement: Generous retirement plans with pre-tax or Roth options; investment options through TIAA and Vanguard Time Away from Work: Substantial paid time off for personal needs and recovery Long-Term Care Insurance: Partnership with Genworth Financial for eligible employees and family members Wellness and Work-life Resources: Programs to support health and balance Professional and Personal Development University Resources: Access to libraries, athletic facilities, cultural venues, and events Discounts and Special Services: Arts, entertainment, transportation, mortgages, and more Flexible Work Hours Penn Home Ownership Services: Forgivable loan for eligible home purchases or improvements Adoption Assistance: Reimbursement for qualified adoption expenses To learn more, please visit: PennBenefits (no external link retained).
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