Director of Annual Giving & Communications - Dakota State University
Madison, SD
About the Job
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for philanthropy? Do you have a knack for crafting compelling messages? We invite you to apply for the position of Director of Annual Giving and Communications at Dakota State University!
As the Director of Annual Giving and Communications, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our annual giving strategies. You’ll be a part of our Institutional Advancement team and report directly to the Senior Director of Philanthropy.
Responsibilities:
As the Director of Annual Giving and Communications, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our annual giving strategies. You’ll be a part of our Institutional Advancement team and report directly to the Senior Director of Philanthropy.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the annual giving efforts at the highest levels, setting clear goals, devising strategic plans, and ensuring our marketing and stewardship materials resonate with donors.
- Develop segmentation and solicitation strategies, determining appropriate ask amounts for all prospects to maximize fundraising potential.
- Oversee the DSU Annual Giving Program, focusing on increasing the annual fund year over year.
- Cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with annual giving prospects and donors, ensuring a seamless and rewarding donor experience.
- Supervise all annual giving programs including leadership annual giving, day of giving, direct marketing, customize annual giving platforms, and Foundation and Alumni Boards Annual Giving.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Business Management or a related field is required.
- 5 years or more of experience working in Advancement/Development for higher education or a nonprofit. This experience may be substituted with equivalent or similar experience in another relevant work environment.
- Strong combination of creative, analytical and organizational skills; attention to detail.
- Proficiency with database management systems.
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of philanthropic partners.
- Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word.
- Effective written, oral, and interpersonal skills.
Benefits:
- Flexible benefits package – health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, hospital indemnity insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, health reimbursement account.
- South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive 6% fully matched contributions from SDRS and are vested after three years of service.
- Paid time off – full time 12-month employees earn 15 days per year of annual leave and 14 days of sick leave per year. In addition, employees receive 11 federal paid holidays.
- Reduced tuition for education.
- Professional liability coverage
- Paid family leave
How to Apply:
DSU accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. Please submit a resume and a list of at least three references.
In addition to the exciting professional opportunities at Dakota State University, employees will have the privilege of enjoying the benefits of Madison, South Dakota. Nestled in the heart of the state, Madison offers a unique blend of small-town charm and modern amenities, creating an ideal environment for work-life balance.
The city boasts a range of recreational activities, from picturesque parks to outdoor events, fostering a sense of community engagement and well-being. Madison’s scenic landscapes and proximity to nearby lakes provide ample opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, whether it be fishing, hiking, or simply enjoying the beauty of the great outdoors.
Madison’s location within South Dakota provides easy access to larger cities, cultural events, and regional attractions. Madison is only a short 50 minute drive from South Dakota’s largest city, Sioux Falls.
The city boasts a range of recreational activities, from picturesque parks to outdoor events, fostering a sense of community engagement and well-being. Madison’s scenic landscapes and proximity to nearby lakes provide ample opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, whether it be fishing, hiking, or simply enjoying the beauty of the great outdoors.
Madison’s location within South Dakota provides easy access to larger cities, cultural events, and regional attractions. Madison is only a short 50 minute drive from South Dakota’s largest city, Sioux Falls.
DSU is committed to equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Applicants with disabilities are invited to identify any necessary accommodations required in the application process. E-Verify, EOE.
Applicants with disabilities are invited to identify any necessary accommodations required in the application process. E-Verify, EOE.
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