Annual Giving Development Associate Jobs (NOW HIRING)

The Annual Giving Manager – Eagles Club pursues and cultivates the annual giving development cycle for FGCU Athletics. This includes unrestricted and sport specific contributions with a focus on $1,000 – $25,000 gifts. The position also oversees digital communications with the Eagles Club donors strengthening connections to our athletic programs and student-athletes. This position collaborates across University departments ensuring a premier donor experience.

FGCU is building a culture of curiosity, commitment and collaboration. We value employees who successfully work with others and drive positive change through critical thinking and decisive action. If you thrive in an environment of innovation, accountability and mutual respect, you will find a good home here.

• Recommends, plans, and implements innovative strategies for sustainable athletic annual giving growth and retention.
• Organizes specific athletic annual giving campaigns in coordination with University Leadership & Annual Giving team including print and digital components. Forecasts goals and updates others on progress toward goals.
• Serves as the primary athletic department contact for FGCU Give Day, working with appropriate department staff to determine goals and encourage participation across all areas of athletics
• Documents donor interactions with the Raiser’s Edge database to ensure continuity of the donor relationship
• Manages the development and execution of Eagles Club monthly digital newsletter in coordination with Assistant Athletics Director, Eagles Club
• Assists with the development and coordination of special events and programs for donors and prospects.
• Collaborates with Ticketing staff to ensure successful season ticket renewal process and associated Eagles Club donations.

• Performs other job-related duties asassigned.

• This position requires either six years of directly related full-time experience or, as an alternative, a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions.
• Professional full-time experience with Advancement, fundraising, or other relevant experience.
• Experience operating a personal computer and proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher and Outlook).
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

• Master’s Degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate field.
• Fundraising experience in a higher education setting.
• Experience in athletic fundraising.
• Experience utilizing a constituent relation management system (Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce).
• Experience operating a digital communication platform (Eloqua, Constant Contact)

• Proven ability to think strategically and approach challenges with creativity.
• Demonstrated track record of reliability, meeting goals, and holding oneself accountable.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working effectively across teams.
• Knowledge of the principles, best practices, trends, and legal constraints of fundraising and gift solicitation within higher education and athletics.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn Raiser’s Edge, Paciolan, and Eloqua.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated skill in planning, developing, and producing events and special projects.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects.
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with staff, faculty, students, and the community in a service-oriented environment.
• Ability to work successfully as both a member of a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to take initiative to plan, organize, coordinate and perform work in various situations when numerous and competing demands are involved.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times.
• Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records, files, and reports.
• Ability to work evenings, nights and weekends as necessary.

In this role, the successful candidate will be expected to:

• Seek out new approaches to improve outcomes; remain open for feedback and new ideas.
• Lead with integrity; consistently produce high-quality work; persevere to overcome obstacles to meet deadlines and achieve deliverables.
• Share information and insights thoughtfully; build partnerships across departments; communicate respectfully; support colleagues to achieve common goals.