What are the responsibilities and job description for the Donor Experience Officer position at University of Northern Iowa?
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Full Consideration Date
04/15/2025
Job Description
Primary Function: Actively engages and builds relationships with a portfolio of approximately 1,000 current, lapsed, and prospective leadership annual giving donors with the goal to identify, qualify, engage, solicit, and steward individual prospects capable of making leadership gifts; cultivates donor relationships by leveraging technology channels; meets and exceeds clearly defined activity metrics, fundraising outcomes, and pipeline growth targets; participates in and supports UNI's social fundraising campaigns; participates in collaborative meetings with Annual Giving, Development Officers, Prospect Researcher and other UNI Advancement staff holding assigned portfolios; and provides prospect referrals to major and planned giving departments based on outreach and engagement outcomes.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required. At least one year of experience in non-profit fundraising, marketing, communication, or sales; demonstrated success in goal achievement, planning and personal solicitation; self-motivated, curiosity and eagerness to learn about and engage with a wide variety of people and to efficiently organize large amounts of information in meaningful, results-oriented ways; exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal; strong understanding of digital communication tools and the knowledge and ability to create and adapt communications for different platforms and audiences; willingness to co-create, learn, and grow an emerging approach to donor engagement; ability to think strategically; and strong problem solving skills preferred. Student experience will be considered. Spring 2025 graduates will be considered. Degree must be conferred prior to start date.
Position Details
Job Category: Professional and Scientific
Type of Position: Regular
Service Schedule: Calendar Year
Application Instructions
Applications received by April 15, 2025, will be given full consideration. To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:
Compensation
$48,000 to Commensurate
Pay Grade: 118
Pay Basis: Salary
Iowa enjoys a lower cost of living than many other states. See how the Waterloo-Cedar Falls area compares by utilizing the cost of living calculator. Our overall compensation package is enhanced by excellent benefits for eligible non-temporary positions. To learn more about the vibrant Cedar Valley community, visit https://livethevalley.com/.
If you would like general assistance with the application process or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resource Services at hrs-employment@uni.edu or call (319) 273-2422.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.
UNI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.
Campus Security & Crime Statistics, in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, information on crime statistics for recent years, Public Safety personnel and programs, building access, reporting crimes, safety suggestions, and policies, programs, and services regarding alcohol, drugs, and sexual abuse, is available in the UNI Annual Security and Fire Report. A paper copy is available from the Department of Public Safety, 030 Gilchrist Hall, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA 50614. Department of Public Safety, 030 Gilchrist Hall, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA 50614.
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Full Consideration Date
04/15/2025
Job Description
Primary Function: Actively engages and builds relationships with a portfolio of approximately 1,000 current, lapsed, and prospective leadership annual giving donors with the goal to identify, qualify, engage, solicit, and steward individual prospects capable of making leadership gifts; cultivates donor relationships by leveraging technology channels; meets and exceeds clearly defined activity metrics, fundraising outcomes, and pipeline growth targets; participates in and supports UNI's social fundraising campaigns; participates in collaborative meetings with Annual Giving, Development Officers, Prospect Researcher and other UNI Advancement staff holding assigned portfolios; and provides prospect referrals to major and planned giving departments based on outreach and engagement outcomes.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required. At least one year of experience in non-profit fundraising, marketing, communication, or sales; demonstrated success in goal achievement, planning and personal solicitation; self-motivated, curiosity and eagerness to learn about and engage with a wide variety of people and to efficiently organize large amounts of information in meaningful, results-oriented ways; exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal; strong understanding of digital communication tools and the knowledge and ability to create and adapt communications for different platforms and audiences; willingness to co-create, learn, and grow an emerging approach to donor engagement; ability to think strategically; and strong problem solving skills preferred. Student experience will be considered. Spring 2025 graduates will be considered. Degree must be conferred prior to start date.
Position Details
Job Category: Professional and Scientific
Type of Position: Regular
Service Schedule: Calendar Year
Application Instructions
Applications received by April 15, 2025, will be given full consideration. To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Compensation
$48,000 to Commensurate
Pay Grade: 118
Pay Basis: Salary
Iowa enjoys a lower cost of living than many other states. See how the Waterloo-Cedar Falls area compares by utilizing the cost of living calculator. Our overall compensation package is enhanced by excellent benefits for eligible non-temporary positions. To learn more about the vibrant Cedar Valley community, visit https://livethevalley.com/.
If you would like general assistance with the application process or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resource Services at hrs-employment@uni.edu or call (319) 273-2422.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.
UNI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.
Campus Security & Crime Statistics, in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, information on crime statistics for recent years, Public Safety personnel and programs, building access, reporting crimes, safety suggestions, and policies, programs, and services regarding alcohol, drugs, and sexual abuse, is available in the UNI Annual Security and Fire Report. A paper copy is available from the Department of Public Safety, 030 Gilchrist Hall, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA 50614. Department of Public Safety, 030 Gilchrist Hall, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA 50614.
Privacy Statement | Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Statement | Federal EEO Rights | E-Verify | Policies and Procedures | Tobacco Free Campus
Salary : $48,000
