What are the responsibilities and job description for the Annual Giving Coordinator position at University of Georgia?

Posting Details

Posting Number	S13119P
Working Title	Annual Giving Coordinator
Department	DAR-Annual Giving
About the University of Georgia	Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department	Division of Development and Alumni Relations The Division of Development and Alumni Relations at the University of Georgia advances the goals, objectives, and priorities of the university by generating private financial support, building, and maintaining relationships with alumni and donors, and assisting students with career development opportunities. Office of Annual Giving The Office of Annual Giving is responsible for the ongoing regular solicitation of alumni and friends for support of the university's mission. The office observes an annual fiscal year cycle to engage donors for opportunities to renew and enhance their support of the University, its Schools, Colleges, and Units. Special Giving initiatives are for unique audiences within the university's constituency including but not limited to leadership annual gifts, faculty and staff giving, parent giving, recurring gifts, anniversary giving, matching gifts, crowdfunding, and consecutive year giving.
College/Unit/Department website	https://give.uga.edu/ and https://dar.uga.edu/
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS or ORP
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	8:00am-5:00pm; Must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends as necessary
Advertised Salary	$59,280 commensurate with qualifications and experience
Posting Date	01/17/2025
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	03/01/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants	This position is structured as a permanent position within the Division of Development & Alumni Relations. We are unable to sponsor a work visa for this position.
Location of Vacancy	Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement	The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Information

Classification Title	Development/Fundraising Professional
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications	Two years or more experience in higher education fundraising or related field Exhibits behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the University of Georgia
Position Summary	This position serves as the annual giving liaison for 3-4 assigned schools, colleges, and units and is responsible for developing and executing unit-specific and central annual giving strategies, providing regular reporting on key performance metrics, and ensuring best practices are utilized in all annual giving initiatives. This position also plans and executes large-scale, central digital and email campaigns annually and assists with special campaigns throughout the year that focus on increasing UGA's alumni participation rate. This position is also responsible for managing the annual giving recurring giving program including strategy development, branding, and creatives, reporting and analytics, and future state recommendations.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Self-starter, takes initiative, and can work independently as well as in a team environment Exemplary communications skills (both written and verbal) Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously Ability to analyze and synthesize information, set priorities, and meet deadlines Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Demonstrates a commitment to outstanding customer service Advanced computer skills in comparing data and logic New media proficiencies Knowledgeable of Word, Excel, database management, and email skills Communicates and employs interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct Additional Division Expectations: Through open, honest, and respectful communication, all staff, supervisors, and colleagues of the Division of Development & Alumni Relations are expected to interact with fairness, compassion, and decency. All employees will be held accountable for meeting the expectation of promoting a stable, productive, and healthy work environment. Adherence to CASE standards and commonly accepted industry standards relating to fundraising reporting are expected of all fundraisers. All fundraisers will be held accountable for meeting this expectation.
Physical Demands	Work in a standard office environment Travel in and out of state, if necessary Work nights and weekends as necessary Work using electronic mail, telephone, face-to-face discussions, paper form correspondence Communicate effectively in writing, speaking, and listening Organize and establish priorities; Remember detail; multi-task Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds Walk, stand, stoop, lift, kneel, climb
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	No
Is this a Position of Trust?	Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?	No
Does this position require a P-Card?	No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?	No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?	No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)	Yes
Credit and P-Card policy	Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy	Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of 3-5 school, college, and unit annual giving partnerships.

Plan and implement multi-channel annual giving strategies for assigned schools, colleges, and unit, including direct mail, email, digital, phone, texting, etc.
Coordinate special giving campaigns for assigned schools, colleges, and units.
Advise school, college, and unit development staff on annual giving best practices and coordinate school, college, and unit involvement with central annual giving initiatives.
Analyze key performance metrics for annual and special giving campaigns and provide reports to school, college, and unit liaisons.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities

Plan and implement centrally driven annual giving digital and email campaigns.

Plan and execute large-scale central annual giving digital and email projects, including partnering with the division's communications department (DARCOMM) to create design and messaging, with the central annual giving team to coordinate with schools, colleges, and units, with advancement services to create proper queries and selections, with donor relations and stewardship to create a stewardship plan for donors, and with vendors to execute the project as needed.
Analyze and provide reporting on the performance of each digital and email project.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities

Develop and implement a monthly recurring giving program.

Coordinate monthly recurring giving program targeting alumni and parents, with a special emphasis on young alumni. Collaborate with the central annual giving team to coordinate with schools, colleges, and units, with advancement services to maintain a website and reporting tools, with gift accounting to create gift processing procedures and with donor relations and stewardship to create a stewardship and engagement plan for donors.
Analyze and provide reporting on the performance of the program.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities	Respond to donor questions and concerns from phone, email, and direct mail efforts.
Percentage of time	5

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Salary : $59,280

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