Assistant / Associate Director, Annual Giving (Class and Signature Fundraising)

Colgate University

paid time off

United States, New York, Hamilton

Feb 10, 2025

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Category	Professional/Administrative
Position Title	Assistant / Associate Director, Annual Giving (Class and Signature Fundraising)
Full Time/Part Time	Full Time
Division	Office of Advancement
Department	Annual Giving
Hiring Wage/Salary Range	Hiring Range: Assistant: $60,410 to $61,500. Associate: $61,500 to $67,000
Professional Experience/ Qualifications	A minimum of two years of professional experience in fundraising, alumni relations, sales, marketing, event planning, non-profit organizations, and/or related fields. Significant volunteer and/or internship experience may be considered. Demonstrated experience developing and implementing programs and meeting measurable goals. Experience or aptitude for measuring success and reporting on programs with quantitative and qualitative data. Must be able to work collegially and effectively with a diverse group of alumni, students, faculty, and staff on a daily basis. Enthusiastic commitment to advancing the University's mission. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite applications. Providing staff support for Colgate's annual Reunion Weekend is a requirement of the position.
Preferred Qualifications	Professional and/or volunteer experience with fundraising, alumni relations, and/or related fields in a higher education setting. Experience motivating internal and external stakeholders to achieve mutual goals. Appointment at the Associate Director level requires at least four years of professional experience in fundraising, alumni relations, sales, marketing, event planning, non-profit organizations, and/or related fields. Experience with strategic planning.
Education	A Bachelor's degree or a combination of education and experience from which comparable skills have been obtained is required.
Certifications
Offer Determination	When extending an offer, Colgate University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations.
Physical Requirements
Other Information
Benefits	Colgate University offers a competitive benefits package, with most benefits effective on the date of hire. Highlights include: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, paid family leave, health & wellness, continuing education and professional development. We also offer unique perks, such as free parking, gym discounts, bookstore savings, athletic tickets, and access to cultural and recreational facilities. Explore the full benefits package on our Benefits page.
Department Statement	Founded in 1819, Colgate is a small, highly selective residential liberal arts college for students of talent who are preparing for lives of leadership and productive citizenship. Colgate University enjoys a strong tradition of philanthropy and engagement and is currently engaged in a historic comprehensive campaign with a goal of $1B. To date, the Campaign for the Third Century has raised $630M toward this goal. The Annual Giving team is dedicated to cultivating and expanding a robust pipeline of donors, with a primary focus on increasing alumni participation and fostering giving at the Presidents' Circle level, as well as growing support through women's philanthropy and parent philanthropy. We aim to support the Colgate Fund's goal by utilizing a multi-channel approach that equips volunteers, staff, and frontline fundraisers with the necessary resources to engage and inspire support. Our strategy is organized around key programs designed to foster a strong culture of giving and ensure continued success. These include: Marketing: Creating compelling campaigns to engage current and potential donors. Class Gift Committees: Encouraging class-level giving through coordinated efforts. Reunion Philanthropy: Engaging alumni around reunion milestones to strengthen philanthropic ties. Annual Giving Recognition Societies: Recognizing significant levels of giving through the 1819 Circle and the Presidents' Circle. Undergraduate Philanthropy: Instilling a spirit of giving in current students to create lifelong donors. The Colgate Fund: Supporting the university's financial needs through annual gifts from a diverse base of donors. Through these initiatives, the Annual Giving team works to create lasting relationships that will continue to fuel Colgate's mission and growth for generations to come.
Accountabilities	The Assistant/Associate Director, Annual Giving (Class and Signature Fundraising focus) is responsible for the development and implementation of fundraising initiatives related to alumni classes and affinity groups. Specific responsibilities include: Class Fundraising Develop and implement gift committee volunteer strategy, which includes recruitment, retention and training of 600+ class-based volunteers Develop and implement overall annual giving reunion fundraising strategy Lead 25th and 50th fundraising efforts Signature Fundraising Develop and implement affinity based fundraising strategy Develop and implement strategy for giving challenges Develop and implement strategy for fall and spring appeals

Technical Competencies

Name	Data Synthesis and Use
Description	Demonstrated expertise in relevant datasets sufficient to identify errors and inconsistencies in reports and data tables. Demonstrated expertise in data analysis sufficient to leverage effectiveness in pursuit of individual goals. Demonstrated ability to effectively articulate data needs with specificity with respect to fields and tables.

Name	Opportunity Closing
Description	Demonstrated ability to execute assigned tasks in fund raising and/or engagement opportunities that consistently add value to the execution of the steps to close the opportunity for defined targets. Ability to learn from opportunities that do not close and adjust going forward.

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Proposal Advancement

Description

Demonstrated ability to create and execute proposals, events, and programs that consistently achieve targeted goals and objectives of an assigned department. Demonstrated ability to identify and successfully pursue opportunities (and/or engagement) with assigned constituents (e.g. parents, alumni, foundations) and level (e.g. major donor).

Demonstrated ability to consistently craft proposals and influence constituents to contribute and/or engage toward key institutional priorities.

Name	Relationship Building/Management
Description	Demonstrated ability to execute a relationship building model for a specifically defined and assigned function within Advancement.

Name	Technology
Description	Demonstrated ability to effectively access and navigate relevant technology systems used in advancement such as databases, CRMs, etc.

Behavioral Competencies

Name	Personal Accountability for Results
Description	Takes responsibility for decisions, performance, and outcomes; behaves in a responsible manner with a positive attitude; shows self-awareness and openness to feedback.

Name	Effective Communication
Description	Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills; shares information and seeks input from others; adapts communication to diverse audiences; protects private and confidential information.

Name	Problem Solving and Decision Making
Description	Analyzes and prioritizes situations to identify and solve problems; generates solutions to improve efficiency and quality; involves others in solving problems and making decisions; factors organizational goals into decisions; makes clear, transparent, and timely decisions.

Name	Change Management
Description	Responds positively to changing university initiatives and readily adapts behavior to maintain effective performance; understands the long-term direction of the university and can relate this to departmental area; adapts to new methodologies; identifies and acts on areas where change is appropriate.

Name	Leadership and Teamwork
Description	Applies skills and knowledge to provide a climate to achieve departmental and organizational success; balances individual and department goals; helps others perform at their best; builds productive relationships to enhance individual and organizational effectiveness; treats others with respect; resolves conflicts among team members.

Name	Creativity and Innovation
Description	Generates, explores, encourages, and implements innovative ways of creating strategic value for the university, division, department, and individual level; critically assesses the effectiveness of new initiatives.

Name	Diversity and Inclusion
Description	Demonstrates respect for people and their differences; understands the benefits of a diverse workforce; earns the trust and respect of others; includes and welcomes others; works to understand the perspective of others; promotes opportunities to experience diversity within our community.

Name	Sustainability
Description	Understands the impact of decision making and personal behavior in achieving the university's commitment to a sustainable and carbon-neutral campus; supports and advances the university's sustainability initiatives; influences others to use sustainable practices.

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number	2025S015Posting
Temporary	No
Work Schedule
Job Open Date	02/10/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement	The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of merit, ability, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws or Executive Orders.
Clery Act	CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.

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