Leadership Annual Giving Manager: Donor Engagement & Growth

U.S. Naval Academy Foundation

Annapolis (MD)

On-site

USD 58,000 - 73,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Fully-vested 403(b) retirement plan w/

Employer matching

22 days PTO + 14 holidays

Job summary

U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association & Foundation is seeking a Manager of Leadership Annual Giving to grow a portfolio of leadership donors and advance the 2030 Campaign. The role focuses on individuals giving $2,500–$25,000 annually, with opportunities to collaborate across regional teams and events.

Your work supports the Naval Academy community, fosters donor relations, and advances fundraising goals through strategic engagement and reporting.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required.
1–5 years development (i.e. non-profit fundraising) experience preferred.
Occasional overnight travel (5–10 nights/yr) required.
Willingness to attend evening and weekend events at the Naval Academy.

Responsibilities

Build and manage a portfolio of approximately 500-750 leadership annual gift donors capable of giving $2,500–$25,000.
Implement donor engagement and communications strategies in key campaign regions to identify, cultivate and solicit donors.
Commit to team and individual annual goals for dollars raised and activity.
Integrate into a team culture with high expectations and performance management.