What are the responsibilities and job description for the Annual Leadership Giving Officer position at Randolph-Macon College?
Randolph-Macon College, a private, co-educational liberal arts institution, invites applications for a full-time Annual Leadership Giving Officer. Reporting to the Director of Annual Giving, this position is key in advancing the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship programs within the Annual Giving Department.
Responsibilities:
- Support the Director of Annual Giving in the execution of a comprehensive, strategic solicitation plan aimed at meeting Annual Fund goals, focusing on specific alumni groups or decades as assigned.
- Build relationships with prospective donors through face-to-face, virtual, and phone meetings to secure gifts ranging from $1,000 to $25,000. The position requires a minimum of 180 face-to-face donor visits per year (roughly 15 per month).
- Manage an established portfolio of alumni and approximately 25 major gift prospects, focusing on cultivating and soliciting contributions through regular in-person interactions.
- Foster long-term relationships with donors, working collaboratively with the Advancement team, including the Director of Annual Giving, frontline fundraisers, and support staff.
- Identify, qualify, cultivate, and solicit leadership annual giving prospects to grow the Presidents Society ($1,500 ).
- Assist in fundraising efforts for key campus projects.
- Recruit, train, and manage a team of key volunteers, including class agents, to support annual giving initiatives.
- Collaborate with the Director of Annual Giving to develop strategies, manage logistics, and execute key events like "Macon Day," ensuring alignment with broader departmental goals.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of demonstrated success in fundraising are required.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines, and the ability to articulate persuasive messages effectively in writing and verbal presentations.
- Proficiency in computer databases and word processing software. Strong ability to recruit, manage, and inspire volunteers.
- Valid driver’s license with satisfactory motor vehicle record by insurance standards.
- Ability to travel and work evenings and weekends as necessary.
The College:
Founded in 1830, Randolph-Macon has approximately 1650 students and is located in Ashland, VA, a residential community 15 miles north of Richmond and 90 miles south of Washington D.C., thereby having all the benefits for its students, faculty and staff of a dynamic metropolitan area which serves as the state capital. Over 85% of students reside on campus. For more information about the College see www.rmc.edu.
Randolph-Macon College, an Equal Opportunity Employer, believes students learn best in a diverse, inclusive community and is therefore committed to academic excellence through diversity in its faculty, staff, and students. We welcome applications from members of underrepresented populations.
Application:
To apply for the position, submit the following documents to https://bit.ly/4ghuNmd in Microsoft Word or PDF format: a current resume, cover letter addressing the position responsibilities and qualifications, and contact information for two professional references to Sharon Jackson, Director of Human Resources. The review and interview process will commence as strong applications are received and the search will remain open until the position is filled.
