Assistant Director, Development

Georgia State University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Generous benefits including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance

Professional development opportunity

Job summary

Georgia State University is seeking an Assistant Director of Development for the Athletics Department to lead fundraising campaigns and enhance donor engagement. This role involves managing a portfolio of prospects and overseeing volunteer performance.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively within the Athletics department and will play a key role in the organization’s community building efforts. GSU offers a flexible work environment, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• One year of related experience, or a combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement annual fundraising campaign for the Athletics department.
• Develop and manage a portfolio of major and minor gift prospects.
• Establish and oversee a core group of volunteers.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Assistant Director of Development

Athletics Department

Georgia State University

Georgia State University is a Division I institution and member of the Sun Belt Conference. On a campus without boundaries, the Department of Athletics fosters a Culture of Success through Academic Achievement, Competitive Greatness, Ethical Behavior, Social Responsibility, and Community Engagement that educates and transforms a diverse group of talented student‑athletes into future leaders.

The Athletics Department at Georgia State University is seeking to hire an Assistant Director of Development. This position will lead and drive the overall strategy for engagement and community building as part of an integrated external relations team. This includes full responsibility for the development, implementation, and assessment of programs, events, and services designed to increase donor engagement with the Athletics department.

WHAT MAKES GSU A GREAT PLACE?

• Flexible work environment.
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship.
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.

WHAT WILL YOU DO

The Assistant Director of Development manages and implements an annual fundraising campaign for the Athletics department.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

• Manages and implements an annual fundraising campaign for the Athletics department. Annual fundraising campaign includes the creation and implementation of direct mail solicitations, managing the phone-a-thon programs, and Athletics' role in Georgia State's Giving Day.
• Develops and manages a portfolio of major and minor gift prospects through the entire cycle of fundraising (identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship).
• Establishes a core group of volunteers and oversees the performance and engagement of those volunteers - Panther Athletic Club Board.
• Staffs all Athletics' Development engagement programs and regional events as needed and undertakes special assignments within Athletics as requested.
• Works collaboratively with the Athletic Administrative Staff and Coaches, and University Advancement colleagues in support of fundraising initiatives. Utilizes appropriate University Advancement metrics and reporting processes. Monitors and objectively evaluates all fundraising appeals from the Athletics' Development department.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and one year of related experience; or a combination of education and experience.

Location: Atlanta Campus