Assistant Director, Annual Giving

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Join the Cornell University Arts & Sciences Development Team as an Assistant Director of Annual Giving!
Location: Ithaca, NY

Cornell University is searching for an enthusiastic and dynamic Assistant Director of Annual Giving to join our College of Arts & Sciences Alumni Affairs and Development team. As the physical and academic center of the Cornell campus, the College of Arts & Sciences plays a pivotal role in shaping the student experience, and we're looking for a creative partner to help drive its success!

About the position
This is a new and high-impact position created to lead and grow a comprehensive annual fund program, currently raising $5M annually. You will also build connections with key donors, volunteers, and future supporters. Your work will be at the heart of our exciting pipeline-building initiatives, securing the future of A&S's fundraising success!

What You'll Do
As the Assistant Director, you'll:

• In collaboration with the Director of Development, plan and execute Arts & Sciences Annual Fund Program which includes a series of Direct Mail pieces, email solicitations, all Giving Day activities and other as needed responsibilities.
• Identify and track KPIs to measure success and identify areas for improvement.
• Conduct direct outreach to specific individuals to further determine and cultivate their appetite for enhanced philanthropy
• Work directly with key volunteers, engaging with those who have not yet made their annual gift and creating lasting, meaningful connections.
• Partner with the Director of Alumni Engagement to elevate and expand the Arts & Sciences Career Connections Committee, broadening its scope beyond alumni-student networking to incorporate new philanthropic initiatives that inspire generosity.
• Identify and recruit alumni and parent volunteers to host and participate in events aimed at connecting alumni: alumni and students: alumni to enhance their A&S network.

This is your chance to be a pivotal player in not one, but two dynamic areas of A&S Alumni Affairs & Development, annual fund development and alumni engagement. The ideal candidate for this position will have the following.

• An understanding of annual fund, pipeline development, and engagement methods.
• Comfort in both donor-facing situations and behind-the-scenes planning and execution.
• A passion for making a difference, connecting with people, and driving results.

This position is based in Ithaca, NY with hybrid work arrangements, which means 2 or 3 days on campus and the remainder remote from a commutable distance.

No Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

University Job Title:

Annual Fund Officer II

Job Family:

Alumni Affairs Development

Level:

F

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Pay Range:

$70,170.00 - $81,548.00

Remote Option Availability:

Hybrid

Company:

Endowed

Contact Name:

Laura Clark

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