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Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title
Digital Fundraising Manager
Division
Institutional Advancement
Department/Office
Annual Fund
Position Summary Information
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The Institutional Advancement Department at St. Catherine University invites applications for a Digital Fundraising Manager.
The Digital Fundraising Manager plays a key role in Annual Fund revenue growth, providing leadership with the expansion of Digital Engagement Initiatives and student giving initiatives. This position will work with the Development team to develop strategies and will be responsible for implementing tactics that will successfully increase Annual Fund participation and donations from key constituencies. Major areas of responsibility will include hiring, training and overseeing the student employees through traditional calling systems and innovative methods with emphasis to increase revenue and participation.
The Digital Fundraising Manager plays a key role in Annual Fund revenue growth, providing leadership with the expansion of Digital Engagement Initiatives and student giving initiatives. This position will work with the Development team to develop strategies and will be responsible for implementing tactics that will successfully increase Annual Fund participation and donations from key constituencies. Major areas of responsibility will include hiring, training and overseeing the student employees through traditional calling systems and innovative methods with emphasis to increase revenue and participation.
The Digital Fundraising Manager will also be responsible for supporting efforts to engage, acquire, solicit and retain donors and current student donors.
Responsibilities Include:
- Recruit, hire and train 25-30 student callers and student supervisors. Coach, inspire, and motivate Student Fundraising Team(Digital Engagement Ambassadors) as individuals and as a team.
- Conduct data analysis, project reporting, and forecasting/projections for the Digital Engagement Center.
- Provide routine and non-routine campus-based information about the University.
- Act as one of the liaisons between our graduates, Alumni Relations and the University.Work as part of a team and in a spirit of cooperation and partnership.
- Take leadership role in accomplishing tasks and goals within budget.
- Work with KF vendors that support digital engagement center, video and text messaging.
- Manage data accuracy and recommend segmentation strategy for automates Digital Engagement Center
- Digital Engagement Center (DEC) pledge reminder system of sending reminders every 30,60 ad 90 days
- DEC software; hardware; supplies and follow up on unique DEC situations.
- Manage day-to-day DEC operations.
- Report digital engagement center metrics to director of annual giving.
- Using research and innovative techniques, oversee student education and awareness campaign on the importance of giving back and participation giving.
- Design and manage strategy around student giving strategy and the Senior Class Gift Campaign.
- Oversee and manage the Student Philanthropy Club including facilitating recruitment, student events, on-campus promotions and presence.
- Work with Annual Fund team to develop and lead new initiatives / projects in support of reaching the Annual Fund goals.
- Support fall and spring giving days. Support KF volunteer initiatives around giving days.
Salary Range: $50,000-60,000
Employees at St. Kate’s feel a deep connection to the University’s Mission and Vision, and they live their values at work. Benefits available to full-time employees include:
- Fourteen (14) paid holidays and paid “gift” days when the University is closed.
- Free tuition for employees and reduced tuition for their families after one year of service
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 403b retirement plan access
- Accrued sick time
- Paid parental leave after one year of service
Specific information on all of our available benefits for full-time employees can be found HERE.
The salary range listed reflects a good-faith estimate of what we reasonably anticipate to pay for this position, based on market data and internal equity, at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, and other relevant factors. St. Catherine reserves the right to modify or adjust compensation depending on University needs.
St. Catherine University in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a comprehensive Catholic university and home to one of the nation’s largest colleges for women, with associate and graduate programs for all genders. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1905, the University integrates liberal arts and professional education within the Catholic traditions of intellectual inquiry and social teaching. Committed to excellence and opportunity, St. Catherine enrolls students in certificate, associate, baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral programs in traditional day and evening/weekend/online formats.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree. Note that a combination of university coursework and relevant experience can be substituted for a degree.
- Able to communicate vibrantly with a wide variety of people including donors, VIPs, faculty, staff, vendors, and student workers.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize multiple detailed and simultaneous tasks with a high level of organization, accuracy and attention to detail.
- High level of computer knowledge and problem solving ability.
- Sensitivity to personal and confidential information.
- A commitment to the University, its mission, values, programs, and future.
- Evening, weekend and flexible work schedule as required to produce results.
Preferred Qualifications
- One (1) year of experience in higher education development.
- Demonstrated competency in writing, public speaking and interpersonal communication.
- Demonstrated competency with relational databases, Microsoft Office products, electronic donor information and tracking systems.
- Proven supervisory skills, preferably with college-aged students.
We seek creative, adaptable staff who enjoy working in a university climate that promotes cultural diversity, multicultural understanding, and cultural fluency. Consistent with the university’s commitment to women, diversity and social justice, preference will be given to candidates who manifest these themes in their experience and service.
EEO Statement
St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to “love of neighbor without distinction” and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups that have traditionally had less representation in higher education are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at hr@stkate.edu or 651-690-6565.
Application instructions for STAFF
Visit St. Kate Careers to apply. Three references and successful completion of a background check will be required for employment.
St. Catherine University
2004 Randolph Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105
Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace / Tobacco Free Workplace
Our university is a proud member of the Upper Midwest HERC and is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff and assisting dual career couples. For more information and to find other higher education jobs in the Upper Midwest region, visit: www.uppermidwestherc.org.
St. Catherine University
2004 Randolph Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105
Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace / Tobacco Free Workplace
Our university is a proud member of the Upper Midwest HERC and is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff and assisting dual career couples. For more information and to find other higher education jobs in the Upper Midwest region, visit: www.uppermidwestherc.org.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
20220682-STAFF
Posting Start Date
02/05/2025
Application Deadline
03/03/2025
Salary : $50,000 - $60,000
