Programs Manager, Annual Giving

University of Memphis; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Memphis East is seeking a qualified individual for a fundraising role focusing on strategies for student philanthropy and donor stewardship. Responsibilities include collaborating with university leaders and managing campaigns while fostering a culture of philanthropy within the institution. Strong organizational abilities, a bachelor's degree, and relevant experience are essential for this position.

Benefits

Full-time benefits applicable

Qualifications

• Experience in development or related job.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and managerial skills required.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies for fundraising programs.
• Coordinate development efforts and build relationships.
• Provide campaign reports and supervise assistants.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Managerial skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

University of Memphis Career Opportunities

Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of work in development or related job experience. Relevant experience may substitute for the required education. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Special Conditions

The department is especially interested in candidates with higher education or non-profit fundraising experience, conducting discovery calls, donor stewardship, and customer service.

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
May require work beyond normal hours, including some nights, weekends, and occasional out-of-town travel.

Posting Details

Posting Date: 06/26/2025

Closing Date: 07/10/2025

Open Until Screening Begins: No

Hiring Range: $58,000 - $65,000 per year

Employment Conditions

While performing duties, employees are regularly required to sit, handle or feel with hands, talk, or hear. Frequent walking is required. Occasionally, standing, reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching are needed. Employees must occasionally lift up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision.

Additional Instructions

All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu. Please complete all sections and upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list as required. Candidates called for interviews must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodations needed prior to the interview.

Additional Details

Positions supervised include graduate assistants.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong interpersonal, organizational, and managerial skills. Attention to detail in completing assignments.

Benefits

Applicable to full-time, non-police employees only.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Fundraising: Develop strategies for programs like student philanthropy, giving days, and affinity campaigns. Focus on peer-to-peer and hyper-segmented campaigns, storytelling, digital outreach, and responsive programming. Partner with Advancement Communications for campaign messaging and manage related events.

Collaboration: Act as university engagement liaison, coordinate development efforts, build relationships with leaders, and foster a culture of philanthropy.

Administration: Provide campaign reports, analyze data for strategy adjustments, collaborate with various development teams, supervise graduate assistants and student workers, and support the Annual Giving team.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Supplemental Questions

* Describe your leadership, marketing, planning, and fundraising experiences.