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Director/Senior Director, Leadership Annual Giving Officer (0462U), Intercollegi
Inside Higher Ed, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709
Director/Senior Director, Leadership Annual Giving Officer (0462U), Intercollegiate Athletics - 819
Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below. At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty and staff.
Departmental Overview The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics consists of more than 275 staff members and coaches and sponsors 30 varsity sports programs. These 30 programs include more than 850 student‑athletes who participate in the various sports programs annually within the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA).
Position Summary Designs, develops, delivers, and administers fundraising programs. Identifies new donor prospects, develops materials and marketing plans, cultivates, stewards, and solicits donor prospects.
Application Review Date First Review Date: 11/10/2025.
Responsibilities
Cultivate, Solicit and Steward Annual Fund Donors: Identify and manage a portfolio of at least 100 annual fund prospects.
Establish and manage effective relationships with prospects and annual fund donors.
Identify and evaluate potential donors; design and implement prospect cultivation and solicitation strategies.
Complete 10 to 15 substantive contacts per month with an emphasis on quality personal visits.
Provide stewardship for assigned prospects.
Act as a liaison to specific sports to provide alumni relations services to designated friends' groups and constituents.
Design and implement targeted and cost‑effective special alumni events and board meetings.
Assist the Associate AD of Development and UDAR partners in executing mass solicitation strategies.
Ensure predetermined fundraising goals are met by analyzing progress and working with stakeholders.
Communicate to transactional donors attached to tickets to ensure requirements are met.
Potential for expanded responsibilities, including supervision of team members after initial success.
Required Qualifications
Advanced knowledge of all aspects of fundraising, donor relations, and public relations concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques.
Advanced working knowledge of location, current issues, vision, mission, goals, objectives, achievements and infrastructure.
Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, etc.
Advanced written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, including political acumen.
Ability to make persuasive and compelling presentations of goals and objectives for the location.
Advanced organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills and strong project management skills.
Very strong skills in maintaining confidentiality.
Thorough knowledge of fundraising, donor relations and public relations concepts, principles, techniques, procedures and practices.
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
Salary & Benefits The budgeted annual salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $112,400.00 – $118,000.00.
This is an exempt, monthly‑paid position.
How To Apply
Submit resume and cover letter.
Driving Required
Valid driver's license and record in accordance with local policies/procedures.
Other Information
This is not a visa opportunity.
Conviction History Background This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check.
Mandated Reporter This position is a Mandated Reporter. Employment is contingent upon completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Referral Source info To apply, visit https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psc/ucb/…
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Other
Industries
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Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below. At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty and staff.
Departmental Overview The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics consists of more than 275 staff members and coaches and sponsors 30 varsity sports programs. These 30 programs include more than 850 student‑athletes who participate in the various sports programs annually within the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA).
Position Summary Designs, develops, delivers, and administers fundraising programs. Identifies new donor prospects, develops materials and marketing plans, cultivates, stewards, and solicits donor prospects.
Application Review Date First Review Date: 11/10/2025.
Responsibilities
Cultivate, Solicit and Steward Annual Fund Donors: Identify and manage a portfolio of at least 100 annual fund prospects.
Establish and manage effective relationships with prospects and annual fund donors.
Identify and evaluate potential donors; design and implement prospect cultivation and solicitation strategies.
Complete 10 to 15 substantive contacts per month with an emphasis on quality personal visits.
Provide stewardship for assigned prospects.
Act as a liaison to specific sports to provide alumni relations services to designated friends' groups and constituents.
Design and implement targeted and cost‑effective special alumni events and board meetings.
Assist the Associate AD of Development and UDAR partners in executing mass solicitation strategies.
Ensure predetermined fundraising goals are met by analyzing progress and working with stakeholders.
Communicate to transactional donors attached to tickets to ensure requirements are met.
Potential for expanded responsibilities, including supervision of team members after initial success.
Required Qualifications
Advanced knowledge of all aspects of fundraising, donor relations, and public relations concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques.
Advanced working knowledge of location, current issues, vision, mission, goals, objectives, achievements and infrastructure.
Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, etc.
Advanced written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, including political acumen.
Ability to make persuasive and compelling presentations of goals and objectives for the location.
Advanced organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills and strong project management skills.
Very strong skills in maintaining confidentiality.
Thorough knowledge of fundraising, donor relations and public relations concepts, principles, techniques, procedures and practices.
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
Salary & Benefits The budgeted annual salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $112,400.00 – $118,000.00.
This is an exempt, monthly‑paid position.
How To Apply
Submit resume and cover letter.
Driving Required
Valid driver's license and record in accordance with local policies/procedures.
Other Information
This is not a visa opportunity.
Conviction History Background This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check.
Mandated Reporter This position is a Mandated Reporter. Employment is contingent upon completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Referral Source info To apply, visit https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psc/ucb/…
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Other
Industries
Online Audio and Video Media
#J-18808-Ljbffr