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Senior Director of Annual Giving
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University of Hartford
West Hartford, Connecticut, United States
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Senior Director of Annual Giving
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University of Hartford
West Hartford, Connecticut, United States
(on-site)
Job Type
Full-Time
Area of Focus
4-Year College Or University/Higher Education Institution
Min Experience
Management
Job Function
Advancement Management
Senior Director of Annual Giving

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Senior Director of Annual Giving
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Description

FLSA Classification EX
Reports to Vice President of Development and Alumni Affairs
Salary Range B
Weeks Per Year 52
Work Week 40 hours (minimum)
Position Summary
Assumes responsibility for providing strategic execution and management of comprehensive annual giving programs and initiatives for the University of Hartford in an effort to increase the annual giving program in terms of total dollars, percentage participation, consistency of giving and average gift size for the University. Performs all duties in full support of the University’s mission, understanding that the positive and effective execution of these duties are instrumental to the education of the University’s students.
Hiring Range Budgeted salary is $99,757 to $125,000, based upon experience
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
  • Provides strategic direction and long-range/short-range planning for increasing the annual giving program while supporting the greater alumni engagement, development and campaign goals.
  • Develops and implements a strategic, multifaceted and coordinated matrix of communication and solicitation strategies involving email, direct mail, phone, volunteer engagement and social media focused on shaping a sustainable tradition of annual support for all forms of giving. In collaboration with the appropriate constituents, determines annual giving goals and builds strategic and tactical plans for achieving these goals.
  • Develops, implements and strives to continually enhance the annual Day of Giving efforts for the University. Collaborates with vendors to coordinate the logistics of a high volume, short term fundraising initiatives. Works with the frontline fundraisers to assist and organize the identification, cultivation and solicitation of larger contributions to serve as challenge funds and individual challengers.
  • Collaborates and coordinates with Athletics, Student Groups, Alumni Engagement, and Deans to build an organized and effective solicitation schedule and strategy. Works closely with Advancement Communications to formulate and execute a communications program supporting annual giving. Partners with alumni engagement colleagues on reunion activities and strategies around class-year fundraising.
  • Manages annual giving staff members, including student workers and interns; helps to communicate clear goals, priorities and strategies for the annual giving program.
  • Attends University events and functions, including but not limited to, Hawktober, Commencement weekend, Family Giving and Founders Society events, representing Institutional Advancement as necessary and/or appropriate.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number PS1196P
Working Conditions
Normal office situation. Requires travel, including overnight stays.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree Required.
Physical Effort
Typically sitting at a desk or table. Moderate lifting or carrying 25 lbs or less.
Special Skills
Knowledge of CRM (customer relationship management database) preferred.
The ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions Summary
Quick Link for Internal Postings https://hartford.peopleadmin.com/postings/7719


Job ID: 84184504
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