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Director of Annual Giving

Employer
Saint Mary's College of California
Location
California, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Date posted
Mar 24, 2023

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Director of Annual Giving
Salary: $95,000.00 - $110,000.00 Annually
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2015-1603962
Location: CA 94556, CA
Department: Advancement
Closing:

Background

Founded in 1863, Saint Mary's is a residential campus nestled 20 miles east of San Francisco in the picturesque Moraga Valley. Based in the Catholic, Lasallian heritage and Liberal Arts education, Saint Mary's currently enrolls more than 3,100 students from diverse backgrounds in undergraduate and graduate programs. The De La Salle Christian Brothers, the largest teaching order of the Roman Catholic Church, guide the spiritual and academic character of the College that they founded. Saint Mary's offers undergraduate and graduate programs integrating liberal and professional education rooted in inclusive excellence and community.

Ranked in the Top 5 Best Colleges: Western Region by U.S. News & World Report, Saint Mary's reputation for exceptional academic quality and unparalleled heart stems from its vibrant heritage as a Lasallian, Catholic, Liberal Arts institution. World-class faculty and exceptional staff join together with students to form a close-knit community that provides innovative

education through hands-on, real world experience. The College is also deeply committed to the educational benefits of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities
The Director of Annual Giving reports to and works as a thought partner with the Executive Director of Annual Giving to strategize and implement new and existing annual giving programs for Saint Mary's College of California (SMC). The Director of Annual Giving will lead specific programs targeting specific audiences and channels. Preference for someone with annual giving, marketing or sales analysis.

1. In collaboration with other SPA colleagues, and campus partners and appropriate vendors - design and implement short and long-term, cross-channel communications plans for alumni, donors, parents, and friends of Saint Mary's College.

2. Collaborate with the major and mid-range giving team to facilitate integrated approaches to cultivation, solicitation of donors and prospects, as it relates to annual giving.

3. Coordinate with Alumni & Engagement and Athletics on the timing and messaging for annual giving.

4. With the ED of Annual Giving, forecast and manage the program's revenue goals and budget. Analyze campaign performance and create visualizations to present data and proposed optimizations. Provide monthly updates on financial, web, and marketing performance vs goals, product wins/opportunities, testing results and go forward plans.

5. Manage invoicing, monitor the main AG phone and email account, serve as back up with opening office mail, and other administrative responsibilities.

Experience and Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: REQUIRED: PREFERRED:

Experience: (years required and applicable field of experience): 4 - 7 years experience in advancement role, public relations, marketing, communication, and/or similar activities; or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Exceptional writing, administrative, and interpersonal skills required.

Skills/Abilities: (e.g. computer skills, written & verbal skills, trades, laws, procedures, technical)
  • Knowledgeable of current best practices in annual giving and fundraising, direct marketing and volunteer management programs and practices used in higher education
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
  • Advanced ability with Google Mail; Google Calendar; Google Documents
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, take initiative and meet deadlines
  • Strong analytical, organizational, time management and customer service skills
  • Ability to manage highly sensitive financial and other personal information with confidentiality
  • Demonstrated flexibility, and collaborative approach
  • Be willing to work creatively and collaboratively within the SPA team
  • Prior experience in solicitation and volunteer management
  • Creative, conceptual and donor-centric thinking as well as deep technical understanding. Ability to bridge technical expertise with design-thinking donor experience to deliver efficient solutions.
  • Experience working with cross-functional groups to create meaningful conversion opportunities that tie to and support philanthropic/business goals and objectives.
  • A dedication to and understanding of the skills required to build relationships with diverse communities.
  • Experience utilizing key metrics to make data-driven decisions for target marketing and performance reporting.
  • Commitment to appropriate use of sensitive and confidential constituent data. Familiarity with relevant email and privacy laws. Incumbent will be expected to continue upgrading knowledge and skills to stay abreast of best practices and regulatory/policy changes.

    Supplemental Information
    Application Instructions:
    Please apply online at http://jobs.stmarys-ca.edu. Your application is
    considered complete if you include the following:
    1. Resume
    2. Cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications and are prepared to support the Mission of the College
    3. The name and contact information for three (3) professional references
    4. Consent authorizing a broader inquiry which may include reference checks, a motor vehicle check, and a third-party background check

    Saint Mary's is an equal employment opportunity employer. We support inclusive excellence and are committed to creating a safe and welcoming community for all. College policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, gender stereotyping, and gender identity, taking a protected leave (e.g. family medical or pregnancy leave), or on any other basis protected by applicable laws. Saint Mary's College annually collects information about campus crimes and other reportable incidents in accordance with the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. To view the Saint Mary's College Report, see the website here: https://www.stmarys-ca.edu/public-safety-transportation/clery-reports-and-alerts. To request a paper copy
    please call Public Safety at (925) 631-4284. The report includes the type of crime, venue, and number of occurrences.


    Please apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/stmarys

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