Assistant Director of Annual Giving

Elon University • Elon, NC

393d • $18,000 - $25,000

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Annual Giving at Elon University plays a crucial role in enhancing the university's philanthropic efforts. This position is responsible for leading volunteer groups focused on fundraising, implementing innovative peer-to-peer giving strategies, and managing relationships with alumni prospects. The role involves supervising staff, collaborating with departmental leaders, and driving creative initiatives to foster alumni engagement and increase financial support for the university.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of three years related experience and/or training in fundraising or volunteer management.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive class reunion giving growth with creative, results-driven fundraising strategies.
• Lead the expansion and implementation of impactful volunteer opportunities, including Alumni Peer Agents, Elon Day Champions/Amplifiers, Faculty & Staff Giving, and other peer-to-peer fundraising initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Annual Giving team to ensure the success of Elon Day and various annual giving campaigns by managing reunion volunteers, executing direct outreach, and preparing compelling multi-channel communications.
• Execute a strategic approach to identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward alumni as partners, advocates, and investors, managing a portfolio of 25+ alumni.
• Coordinate milestone class reunions by identifying, recruiting, training, and supporting reunion committee volunteers.
• Manage and support additional volunteer roles, including Alumni Peer Agents and Elon Day Champions, ensuring they are empowered to maximize their impact.
• Support university events and projects, including Move In and Commencement Week, as well as University Advancement events like Homecoming & Reunion Weekend.
• Utilize technology, including Raisers Edge, to run queries and exports to support fundraising initiatives and maintain necessary reports and records.
• Build strong relationships with volunteers through regular communication and support for outreach efforts.
• Oversee and manage a comprehensive communications timeline for volunteer programs, collaborating with colleagues in Alumni Engagement and Advancement Communications.
• Inspire and support the Coordinator of Annual Giving, fostering a high-performance environment to achieve goals.
• Oversee the development and continuous improvement of the university's class reunion program and other peer-to-peer volunteer groups.
• Collaborate with the Director and other leaders to establish department goals and develop operating plans that align with Elon's mission.
• Lead the reunions program with a dedicated team, focusing on deepening alumni engagement and increasing philanthropic support.
• Advance overall peer-to-peer fundraising strategies, leveraging innovative approaches to maximize alumni involvement.

Benefits

• 28 annual days off, including holidays and vacation.
• Immediate tuition remission for undergraduate courses.
• Tuition remission for approved graduate-level courses after 12 months of employment.
• Retirement plan with an 8 percent contribution from the university.
• Immediate eligibility for health, dental and vision insurance, along with free acute care and lab services at the onsite Health & Wellness Clinic.
• Free use of campus fitness facilities.
• Free admission to various campus events and performances.
• Eligibility for tuition remission at Elon for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents after two years of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree