Annual Giving Director: Strategy, Donor Growth & Engagement

Eastern University; Chesterbrook (PA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern University in Chesterbrook, PA seeks a Director of Annual Giving to lead strategy, execution, and growth of the comprehensive annual giving program, spanning direct mail, email, digital fundraising, and donor engagement.

This role manages a 40-60 donor portfolio, drives acquisitions and renewals, collaborates across Advancement, and embraces technology to streamline processes while aligning with the university's mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of five years of professional fundraising experience.
• Experience with annual giving, direct response fundraising, or higher education advancement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with donor-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of Eastern University's comprehensive annual giving program from planning through execution.
• Develop and implement strategies for donor acquisition, retention, reactivation, renewal, and upgrades.
• Personally manage hands-on campaigns across direct mail, email, and digital channels.
• Manage annual giving budget, schedules, vendors, and workflows; evaluate ROI.
• Collaborate with University Marketing to align fundraising communications with brand standards.
• Oversee a portfolio of 40–60 annual and leadership-level donors/prospects with cultivation and solicitation.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Donor stewardship

Portfolio management

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM software

Excel

Job description

Eastern University in Chesterbrook, PA seeks a Director of Annual Giving to lead strategy, execution, and growth of the comprehensive annual giving program, spanning direct mail, email, digital fundraising, and donor engagement.

This role manages a 40-60 donor portfolio, drives acquisitions and renewals, collaborates across Advancement, and embraces technology to streamline processes while aligning with the university's mission.