Annual Giving Manager - Eagles Club
Job Summary
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.
Job Description
Typical duties include but are not limited to:
- 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.
Other Duties:
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Additional Job Description
Required Qualifications:
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 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)
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- 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.
Institutional Values & Behavioral Expectation
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.
Pay Grade 16
FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal
Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or
protected veteran status.
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