DIRECTOR FOR ANNUAL PHILANTHROPY

Company: University of Washington
Location: Seattle
Posted on: April 22, 2025

Job Description:

If you are using a screen reader and experience any difficulty accessing our web pages, please call 206-543-2544 or email UWHires and we will be happy to assist you.Job Location Detail: Hybrid eligible: 2 days in the office in UW Tower, 3 days teleworkPosting Date: 04/11/2025Closing Info: Open Until FilledShift: First ShiftBenefits: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website.As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.Annual Philanthropy has an exciting opening for a Director for Annual Philanthropy. This is a full-time permanent position.Reporting to the Executive Director for Annual Philanthropy, the Director for Annual Philanthropy leads annual giving efforts across direct mail, digital and phonathon channels to help achieve annual giving goals. This role provides strategic direction in the development, implementation, and evaluation of annual giving initiatives that build a long-term base of philanthropic support for the University.What You Will Do:

• Leadership and Team Management (25%):

• Collaborate across University Advancement's central and unit-based teams to align goals and ensure the success of annual campaigns.
• Oversee professional development and career enrichment for annual giving professionals.
• In partnership with the Executive Director, manage, lead, and support the Annual Philanthropy team.
• Effectively allocate staff and budget resources to implement a top-tier program that meets fundraising objectives.
• Strategy Development (25%):
  • Engage campus and unit colleagues to build shared understanding of annual giving goals.
  • Partner closely with the Executive Director to develop key strategies for various annual donor segments.
  • Develop and execute UW's multi-channel annual giving strategy.
  • Craft compelling and cohesive messaging tailored for diverse platforms and audiences.
  • Program Development and Management (25%):
    • Manage the University's annual Husky Giving Day.
    • Direct the annual giving marketing budget to maximize efficiency.
    • Collaborate with Information Management to extract data and develop annual giving reports.
    • Develop data-driven approaches to segmentation and testing.
    • Relationship Management (25%):
      • Work with external vendors to efficiently direct activities across direct marketing and digital channels.
      • Manage the relationship with the phonathon vendor.
      • Collaborate with both central and unit partners to maximize annual giving outcomes.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree AND at least four years of experience in annual giving or a related field.Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.What You Bring:
        • Demonstrated experience in annual giving, including experience managing complex annual giving campaigns.
        • Experience managing a team and supporting the professional development of staff.
        • Strong attention to detail, accuracy and consistency.
        • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.What You Can Expect:
          • Cubicle/open workspace environment.
          • Ability to work evening and weekend hours, as necessary.
          • Frequent local travel expected.Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others.Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity.To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment.
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