Annual Giving Coordinator - TENNESSEE TECH UNIVERSITY : Job Details

Annual Giving Coordinator

Please read the job description carefully before applying. The essential functions are the fundamental job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Additional job duties may be assigned as needed.

Applicants who do not fully meet the minimum qualifications or who do not fully complete the application as instructed will not be considered. Applicants are responsible for demonstrating that they possess the qualifications advertised for the position. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not assure applicants of an interview.

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants will be required to electronically upload a cover letter addressing how the applicant's skills and abilities meet the qualifications for the position, resume, copy of transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire) and complete contact information for three professional references. References will be contacted at a later date. Submission of materials is the applicant's responsibility. Applications without all required materials are incomplete and will not be considered.

Position Information

Position Information

Position Number 620230 Working Title Annual Giving Coordinator Job Title Coordinator Job Type Full-Time Department VP for Univ Advancement Office Job Purpose

The purpose of this position is to generate annual fund support by developing and implementing a strategic annual giving solicitation plan and calendar.

Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Essential Functions

Work with the Director of the Crawford Alumni Center (CAC) to plan, develop, implement, and grow an annual giving program. Communicate the plan with the Advancement Division and Alumni Association Board of Directors in a timely fashion. Create and maintain an annual giving schedule that includes direct mail, crowdfunding, online giving, potential phone-a-thon campaigns, and other technologies. Utilize annual giving tools (including direct mail, email, crowdfunding, and online giving) to inform, engage, and solicit current, lapsed, and prospective donors. Monitor, report, and analyze outcomes. Analyze metrics of each annual giving appeal and initiative to determine how to increase giving. Create retention and pipeline strategies for leadership annual giving and major giving. Manage all annual giving initiatives including the holiday appeal, give-to-get programs, and departmental requests. Manage all philanthropic commerce (give-and-get) initiatives. Manage Giving Societies including, but not limited to, the President's Club and True to Tech. Coordinate, prepare, and execute annual giving stewardship efforts. Manage digital platforms for university-wide crowdfunding campaigns such as Giving Tuesday, I Heart Tech Students, and other initiatives. Create a marketing plan for digital and print appeals and initiatives including direct mail letters, emails, pamphlets, postcards, and webpages. Work with Assistant Director to maintain an active level of written and digital correspondence with all donors. Work with the Alumni Association Board at the direction of the Director of the CAC. Support CAC and University Advancement events and initiatives at the direction of the Director of the CAC. Communicate and work with University Advancement staff to prepare for upcoming annual giving initiatives. Manage the [email protected] email account.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Knowledge of fundraising. Knowledge of Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Two years of experience in fundraising, higher education, or non-profit work.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Raiser's Edge. Knowledge of University Advancement policies and procedures. Two years' experience with annual giving.

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Compensation and Benefits

Salary Commensurate with education and experience. Pay grade 10. Benefits Information

Tennessee Tech offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits include the accumulation of two vacation days per month and one sick leave day per month, and thirteen University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits.

Posting Details

Posting Date 11/15/2024 Screening Date 11/25/2024 Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants will be required to electronically upload a cover letter addressing how the applicant's skills and abilities meet the qualifications for the position, resume, copy of transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire) and complete contact information for three professional references. References will be contacted at a later date. Submission of materials is the applicant's responsibility. Applications without all required materials are incomplete and will not be considered.