Annual Giving Program Manager

The University of Wisconsin River Falls, a member of the University of Wisconsin System, is located in scenic west central Wisconsin, 30 miles from the multi-cultural, multi-ethnic cities of Minneapolis and St Paul. Year-round arts, cultural and recreational events are easily accessible from River Falls. UWRF's 6,100 undergraduate and graduate students pursue degrees in four colleges: Arts and Sciences, Education and Professional Studies; Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences; and Business and Economics.

The University provides an excellent environment for learning, emphasizing the importance of faculty-student interaction in classrooms, laboratories, academic advising, and co-curricular activities. A favorable student-faculty ratio affords opportunity for meaningful interchange between faculty and students. Strong interests in teaching, research and community service are highly valued. More information about UWRF can be found at: http://www.uwrf.edu/workhere/.

The Position:
The Annual Giving Program Manager is responsible for the strategic execution and management of a comprehensive annual giving program with an emphasis on donor acquisition, reacquisition and retention. Anticipated Appointment date: August 1, 2018

Responsibilities:

Annual Fund Management
*Objectively evaluate Annual Giving programs, make recommendations and lead development of new strategies based on data metrics.
*Develop a comprehensive, multi-channel strategic plan that integrates annual giving initiatives. Monitor and adjust goals and strategic plan as needed to ensure annual goal attainment.
*Ensure that all components of Annual Giving program are integrated and messaged across all channels to optimize response and long-term impact of annual appeals.
*Develop and implement strategies for phone, direct mail and online campaigns, set goals and develop other solicitation tactics (i.e. matching gifts, e-solicitations).
*Manage all aspects of the Call Center including hiring student managers, student callers, and interfacing with vendors.
*Work closely and meet regularly with development staff to review progress, discuss strategy and share ideas for improvement of annual giving results.
*Work with the Communication Specialist to develop compelling content and messaging for all Annual Giving program communications, including Call Center scripts, direct mail appeals, website, social media and electronic communication.
*Set and achieve aggressive goals regarding funds raised; donor retention; alumni participation and all components of Annual Giving.
*Develop and implement an annual giving business plan each year including budget recommendations.
*Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices.

Donor Cultivation & Stewardship
*Maintain a pipeline of leadership annual donors to provide a steady flow of prospects and donors to higher levels of giving. This includes identifying and soliciting annual giving prospects through personal visits.

Qualifications (Required):
*Bachelor's degree.
*Minimum of one-year experience managing annual giving programs or two years related advancement/development experience.
*Proficient in using the most recent versions of computer software applications including word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software (i.e. MSWord, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
*Highly effective writing skills for multiple audiences and channels.
*Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing tasks, establish priorities and meet deadlines.
*Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team environment and to accomplish projects with minimal supervision.
*Must have high level of interpersonal skills, both in person and via phone, to handle sensitive and confidential information and/or situations with varied internal and external constituencies.
*High energy, positive attitude, high degree of initiative.
*Must be able to work at night, when necessary, to ensure proper operations in the Call Center.
*Some weekends required for attending donor and/or alumni events.

Qualifications (Preferred) :
*Minimum of two years supervisory experience.
*Experience in higher education fundraising.
*Experience in direct mail, telemarketing, social media, personal solicitation, other multi-channel strategies and management of fundraising volunteers.
*Knowledge of fundraising software including Talisma and Campus Call.


Click Apply Today. Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials by June 30, 2018. A criminal background check will be completed on final candidates.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.

UW-River Falls Diversity Statement: We declare that diversity and inclusivity are core values. We dedicate ourselves to build a culture grounded in principles of equity, social justice, and excellence. We fundamentally affirm and embrace the multiple identities, values, belief systems, and cultural practices of all individuals and communities. We will address fundamental issues of bias, discrimination, and exclusion.

The University is committed to creating an educational community which enhances student awareness and appreciation of diverse ethnicities and cultures and identities which actively supports tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each person without regard to economic status, ethnic background, political views, sexual orientation, or other personal characteristics or beliefs. Awareness of and sensitivity to diverse ethnic and cultural heritages are especially sought in applicants.

UWRF is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer subject to all state and federal regulations pertaining to non-discrimination based upon sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, age, arrest and/or conviction record, veteran status, and membership in the national guard, state defense force, or any other reserve component of the military forces of the United States or the State of Wisconsin. All persons, especially women, persons of color, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of your identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

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