What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Annual Giving position at Murray State University?
Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities
This position is responsible for coordination of an active communications program to assist in the development, growth and sustainment of all annual giving initiatives, while also supporting a myriad of University Advancement goals and initiatives as it relates to donor and alumni relations.
- Coordinate communication and solicitation strategies through best practices in crowdfunding, social media, email, telemarketing, direct mail, volunteer engagement, gift processing, data management and donor relations.
- Develop and manage a comprehensive communications plan
- Manage the Heritage Society program and collaborate with other Office of Development staff through legacy giving initiatives
- Assist in the management of all communication initiatives, including press releases, event promotion and registration, and digital and physical publications
- Support the greater development and campaign goals of University Advancement
- Provide timely and accurate reports for forecasting analysis
- Supervise Murray State Digital Engagement Center student fundraising program and implement goals, strategies, and policies as they relate to other annual giving initiatives
- Working evenings and weekends as required.
- Representing the University as requested.
- Serving as a member of the Development and University Advancement Teams.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree.
- One-year professional experience in communications, sales, non-profit, fundraising or a related field
- Experience in communication platforms such as social media, e-solicitation or e-sales, and website strategies and initiatives is required
- Experience utilizing software for graphic design, digital and physical publications.
- Ability to work collaboratively to achieve common goals, provide direction and motivation to others through communication, modeling appropriate behavior, optimism, and high achievement.
- Normal working hours.
- Normal for office environment.
Salary : $20
