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Wittenberg University · 1 week ago

Executive Director of Engagement and Annual Giving

Springfield, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

7+ years exp

Wittenberg University is a distinguished institution founded in 1845, located in southwestern Ohio. The Executive Director of Engagement and Annual Giving will provide strategic leadership for alumni engagement and annual giving initiatives, fostering relationships and increasing participation and philanthropic support for the university.

Higher Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Provides vision, leadership, and management for the university's comprehensive engagement and annual giving programs, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (PAE) priorities

Oversees, in close collaboration with the Sr Director of Annual Giving and Constituent Communications, the planning, development, and execution of multi-channel annual giving and communication strategies, including direct mail, digital outreach, crowdfunding, and reunion-based fundraising

Oversees, in close collaboration with the Director of Alumni Programs, the design and implementation of a comprehensive alumni engagement program and plan emphasizing participation, volunteer leadership, and connection through regional chapters, affinity groups, regional events, and campus events such as Homecoming, Family Weekend and reunions

Oversees the design and implementation of special giving initiatives and campaigns to include A Week for Witt and Commit to Witt

Supervises and mentors the annual giving and alumni engagement staff members, including appropriate student employees and volunteers

Establishes measurable goals for alumni participation, donor retention, and philanthropic revenue; monitors progress through data analysis and regular reporting to the Vice President for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement

Serves as a key partner with PAE leadership, University Communications, campus partners, and third-party vendors to ensure consistent, brand-aligned messaging that integrates engagement and fundraising priorities

Develops and stewards relationships with alumni and friends, maintaining a select portfolio of leadership annual donors and prospective major gift donors

Collaborates with advancement services to ensure accurate data management, analysis, and segmentation within the CRM system (Salesforce)

Manages budgets, staffing, and external vendor relationships related to engagement and annual giving programs to ensure effective resource allocation and ROI

Serves as an institutional ambassador at alumni events, regional programs, and university gatherings to strengthen relationships and promote Wittenberg's mission

Demonstrates a commitment to fostering welcoming engagement opportunities for alumni and friends of all backgrounds

Oversees management of key volunteers and volunteer bodies e.g., Alumni Association Board, etc

Performs other related duties as assigned to advance the mission of the PAE division and the university

Demonstrates support for community and belonging, as well as participates in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment

Qualification

Alumni relationsAnnual givingCRM (Salesforce)Strategic planningData analysisLeadershipVolunteer leadershipEvent managementMicrosoft OfficeCommunication skillsTeam-orientedOrganizational skillsDetail-orientedResults-drivenCollaboration

Required

A bachelor's degree with a minimum of 7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in advancement, alumni relations, or annual giving, including supervisory experience

Proficiency with technology including Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint) and other software, databases and equipment as assigned

Experience working with CRM such as Salesforce required

Demonstrated success leading integrated engagement and fundraising teams, developing volunteer leadership structures, and achieving participation and revenue goals

Exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and communication skills required

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Collaborative, team-oriented approach

Must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and results-driven

The work of this position is primarily performed on campus and will be eligible for consideration of a flexible work schedule based on the university's policies which are subject to change

Work environment is office-based with frequent travel. This position requires travel and attendance at evening and weekend events to engage alumni, volunteers, and donors

Ability to remain stationary for more than 50% of the workday

Ability to transport/lift up to 25 pounds for event materials

A valid driver's license is required; must meet required insurance qualifications found in Wittenberg Motor Pool policies and procedures. If license is from out of state, successful candidate will need to obtain a valid Ohio driver's license within 30 days of hire date