Leadership Annual Giving Officer, Walker College of Business

Appalachian State University; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Leadership Annual Giving Officer to enhance fundraising efforts in the Walker College of Business. This dynamic role involves identifying and cultivating relationships with alumni and potential donors, securing funding through various channels, and managing donor engagement programs. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills and a proven track record in sales or fundraising. Join a passionate team dedicated to promoting educational priorities and making a significant impact on the university's future. If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required with 2+ years in sales or fundraising.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying and cultivating alumni and friends for donations.
• Manage affinity giving programs to grow donations and donor base.
• Build relationships with donors and community stakeholders.

Skills

Sales Experience

Fundraising Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Relationship Building

Cold Calling

Time Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Leadership Annual Giving Officer, Walker College of Business

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Posting Details

Request to Recruit Position Title: Leadership Annual Giving Officer, Walker College of Business

Location: Boone, NC

Position Number: 093051

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Two or more years of successful experience in sales or major gifts fundraising
• Ability to understand the needs and interests of potential donors and donors in order to develop relationships between them and colleges or areas
• Interest in all aspects of education and a dedication to promoting Appalachian’s fundraising priorities through developing excellent relationships with faculty, senior leaders, trustees, alumni, volunteers, and the advancement office team
• One to two years of experience in making cold calls as well as the ability to develop cultivation and solicitation strategies is beneficial
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated record of completing assignments
• A willingness to travel and to work evenings and weekends
• Ability to manage competing priorities consulting with supervisor as necessary and meet tight deadlines
• Demonstrated working knowledge of App State, or other higher-ed universities, and a preference for working in a college of business
• Ability to identify fundraising opportunities that support multiple goals with a single source of funding
• Ability to work across disciplines in collaborative teams

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Under supervision, assist in identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding alumni, parents, and friends of the institution capable of making gifts of $1,000 or more.
• Secure new, renewed, and increased funding from individuals through online giving, direct mail and digital campaigns, special events, and direct proposals.
• Manage the new affinity giving programs in the Walker College of Business to grow donations and the donor base to these areas.
• Attend community events and speaking engagements on behalf of Appalachian State University and the Walker College of Business.
• Plan and execute steps for donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship for annual donors giving unrestricted gifts to the Walker College Dean’s Club.
• Liaise with the Walker College of Business and Advancement Communications team to design and manage a few direct mail pieces and digital giving strategies.
• Analyze direct mail/digital solicitation program results data to refine and increase ROI.
• Work with University Advancement and the Walker College teams to refine strategy and grow participation for iBackApp Day and other giving campaigns.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with individual donors, volunteers, and community stakeholders.
• Assure accurate and timely contact report and proposal entry, plus provide monthly Dean’s Club lists and guidance for renewed solicitations.
• Work with Executive Director of Development to establish goals for fiscal year.
• Synchronize messaging across channels to ensure a continual and clear message from University Advancement.
• Collaborate with University Annual Giving & University Advancement Communications to establish strong stewardship practices and an annual giving plan.
• Work with University Communications to develop and manage consistent messaging to donors and prospects that aligns with solicitation and donor-specific stewardship communications.
• Work effectively with the College of Business Advancement Team to identify new donors and build strategies for engaging and encouraging donors to give at higher levels.
• Work collaboratively with administration, faculty, staff, volunteers, advisory board members, and other advancement staff as appropriate.
• As appropriate, refer donors and potential donors to other development staff members.
• Monthly contact reports, moves, and prospect management activities must be recorded.

Type of Position

Full Time

Work Schedule/Hours

Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. except when travel, evening and weekend work is required.

Suggested Salary Range

Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date: 01/10/2025

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Evaluation of Applications Begins: 01/12/2025

Proposed Date of Hire: 02/03/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please attach required documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List a minimum of 3 professional references in the application or attach a List of References with Contact Information

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest

Optional Documents

• List of References with Contact Information