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Development Officer, Planned Giving (FULL TIME)

Kenyon College | Gambier, OH | Posted April 25, 2025

Kenyon College is conducting a search to fill the newly-created position of Planned Giving and Development Officer for the development department within the Advancement Division. The successful candidate for this position will join a supportive, high-performing team, with opportunities to meaningfully contribute to the successes of Kenyon College. The Our Path Forward to the Bicentennial campaign concluded June 30, 2024 as the most successful in College history, with philanthropy that transformed campus and the educational experiences of current and future students. A total of 22,886 people gave during the eight-year campaign, from students giving $1 to a record $100 million gift, for a grand total of $532,122,343. In addition to the growth opportunities offered by these historic times, we offer excellent work-life balance through a flexible work environment with regular remote work possibilities. This position will report to the Senior Director of Major and Planned Giving. Position Summary: The Planned Giving and Development Officer is responsible for implementing strategies that help to secure planned gifts in support of College priorities, which may include estate gifts, life income gifts, or outright gifts of non-cash assets. This work will be accomplished by identifying, qualifying, cultivating and soliciting individual donors, while also providing technical support to other members of the development staff when called upon. Job Responsibilities: -Develop meaningful and productive relationships with a portfolio of major and planned gift donors. This will require regular travel and occasional weekend work. -Achieve an annual fundraising goal of $1 million+ from their portfolio of prospects and in collaboration with Advancement colleagues. -Steward existing planned gift donors through regular communication, and in collaboration with Donor Relations, the Director of Donor Engagement, and the Assistant Director of Development. -Maintain technical expertise in legal and financial issues related to charitable gift planning; assist the Senior Director of Major and Planned Giving in offering planned giving training throughout the Division. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities -Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate well verbally and in writing with donors, colleagues, and professional advisors. -Ability to effectively develop relationships in support of College priorities, while also balancing the personal, financial, and legacy goals of our donors. -Experience working collaboratively as part of a variety of teams of colleagues both within the Division and across campus to appropriately serve donors and the institution. -Proven ability to work with a high degree of independence, maintain confidentiality, and manage time effectively. -Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Minimum Qualifications -Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree or professional certification preferred, plus two or more years of related experience -Expertise in planned gift instruments achieved through previous fundraising experience or work experience in a related field such as law, accounting, finance, or banking -Flexibility and willingness to travel as required to meet established goals Passion for the importance of higher education -Current valid driver’s license and insurable under Kenyon’s liability policy Preferred Qualifications -Experience working in a higher education setting or similarly complex environment -Note: This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Compensation and Benefits Salaries at Kenyon are competitive and commensurate with experience. In addition to an attractive salary, Kenyon offers benefits for employees and their family members. Children of employees are eligible for 100% tuition waivers at Kenyon, and through the Great Lakes Colleges Association, children of employees are eligible for 85% tuition waivers at fifteen other of the nation's finest liberal arts colleges. We also offer health and dental insurance, TIAA retirement, remote work options, generous paid vacation, sick, and personal time, and many other benefits, including provisions for a spouse, families, and domestic partners. Details about benefits as well as conditions of employment are described more fully in our Staff Handbook. Kenyon College is an equal opportunity employer and applications from members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged. It is the College's policy to evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical and/or mental disability, age, religion, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by institutional policy or state, local, or federal law. Kenyon College has a strong commitment to supporting diversity, equity and inclusion. APPLY HERE: https://careers.pageuppeople.com/695/cw/en-us/job/493201/planned-giving-and-development-officer

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Director of Prospect Strategy & Donor Relations (FULL TIME)

Heidelberg University | Tiffin, OH | Posted April 23, 2025

Description The Director of Prospect Strategy & Donor Relations is responsible for providing an innovative and strategic vision for advancing the institution by mining for prospects and creating cultivation and solicitation strategies in consultation with the Advancement Team. This position is also responsible for managing the advancement database (Banner), and all donor recognition and stewardship activities, events, and reporting. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports directly to the Vice President for Advancement, Alumni, and Community Relations (AACR). SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Supervises the Assistant Director of Advancement Services. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Prospect Strategy: Research individual and corporate prospects to identify new donors (individuals, foundations, corporations, and governments) who will provide financial support to the University and to ensure a supply of prospects to meet fundraising goals. Collaborate with the fundraising team to plan appropriate prospect strategies to encourage the movement of prospects through the gift cycle and ensure efficient and effective major gift efforts. Lead prospect management meetings and portfolio reviews with fundraising team members ensuring that assignments are appropriate and current. Develop a strategic and effective prospect management system, utilizing Banner Advancement to track prospects from identification through the gift cycle. Document all prospect management and stewardship efforts in Banner. Donor Relations: Execute a proactive and meaningful donor relations program. This includes but is not limited to policies and procedures for gift acknowledgments, endowed fund reporting, impact reports, donor relations communications, and stewardship activities and events. Manage recognition projects such as new plaques, etc. This includes working with outside vendors, coordinating with Heidelberg facilities, developing plaque text, confirming naming opportunities, proofing plaque text, etc. Serve as liaison with the business office and the financial aid office to ensure successful and optimal data sharing, which is vital for proper donor stewardship. Oversee gift entry and acceptance, gift documentation, gift receipting, biographical records, prospect research and management, and AACR’s use of Banner Advancement. Remain current on issues and regulations affecting all areas of prospect management and donor relations such as CASE standards, IRS regulations, AASP best practices, and APRA best practices. Other responsibilities as assigned by the Vice President of AACR. Requirements CORE VALUES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES: Core values – models leadership values of integrity, honesty, humility, transparency, respectfulness, diversity, caring, loyalty and accountability in all work. Intellectual dynamism – demonstrates mental sharpness, capability and agility. Self-knowledge – gains insight from successes and mistakes. Personal learning – seeks feedback and counsel to improve managerial behavior. Peer relationships – encourages collaboration and cooperation across the organization. Teamwork – performs most effectively as a hard-working member of a team. Constituency focus – completes work to meet constituencies’ expectations and requirements. Community focus – brings a spirit of enthusiasm and energy to the campus and town. DESIRED ATTRIBUTES AND QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Professional Experience: (A) Bachelor’s degree; and, (B) Two to four (4) year’s successful experience in Research and Prospect Management and/or Donor or Constituent Relations. Preferred Education and Experience: (A) Master’s degree; and, (B) Five (5) or more years successful and professional experience in Research and Prospect Management and/or Donor or Constituent Relations in higher education; (C) Extensive database management / development experience. Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of all aspects of fundraising and best practices, including IRS standards. Ability to create standards and hold others accountable for preserving the sanctity of a constituent management database and other best practices. Ability to multi-task and to delegate as appropriate. Strong analytical skills. Outstanding oral and written communication skills. Experience with the Banner constituent management database system. Ability to train direct reports and colleagues on best practices and direct application of a constituent management database system. Direct experience within a comprehensive campaign. Ability to interpret, analyze and summarize complex biographical, business and financial data. Strong computer skills and knowledge of MS office suite. User-knowledge of online information resources for research and prospect management. Ability to work with confidential materials with discretion. Ability and desire to learn new skills and to explore new technology and research methods. Ability to travel as needed or required and to work evenings, weekends or holidays as needed. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Knowledge of operation and use of various office equipment including, but not limited to: personal computer, including spreadsheet and word processing software, integrated database software, fax machine, copier, telephone, scanner, and printers. Employees in this position must have a valid driver’s license. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use arms, hands and fingers to operate and manipulate equipment generally found in an office setting. The employee may be frequently required to be mobile, communicate, and hear. The employee may occasionally be subject to a variety of outdoor environmental conditions including heat, cold, and precipitation. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Mental demands include occasional varied degrees of occasional stress while performing job duties. WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in an office setting, and educational facilities including sports and entertainment venues, all of which may be indoor or outdoor. The noise level in the work environment will range from moderately quiet to occasionally loud.

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Associate Director of Reunion Giving (FULL TIME)

Oberlin College | Oberlin, OH | Posted April 22, 2025

The Office of Advancement at Oberlin College & Conservatory seeks applications for the position of Associate Director of Reunion Giving. This is a full-time, continuing, 12-month, Administrative and Professional Staff position reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Principal Giving & Special Programs. The Associate Director of Reunion Giving plays a crucial role in Oberlin’s fundraising efforts by managing and enhancing reunion giving programs. This position is responsible for developing and executing fundraising strategies to engage alumni, increase participation, and maximize philanthropic support during reunion cycles. A generous compensation package will be offered to the successful candidate, including an excellent benefits package, tuition remission for eligible dependents and 35 days of paid PTO. To learn more and apply, please visit: https://jobs.oberlin.edu/postings/16267

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Assistant Director of Alumni & Parent Engagement (FULL TIME)

Ashland University | Ashland, OH | Posted April 11, 2025

The Assistant Director of Alumni & Parent Engagement is responsible for assisting with the development and implementing meaningful engagement programming that creates and strengthens alumni and parent relationships and connectedness with the University. The Assistant Director provides leadership to affinity group volunteers; produces electronic communications that inform and promote engagement and philanthropic opportunities; supports on and off campus events that engage and educate constituencies on Ashland University, and works collaboratively with campus partners to advance the strategic goals of the University. The position’s core mission is to deepen relationships through events, volunteerism, and special projects. Volunteer Engagement and Oversight • Help drive volunteerism by assisting with the coordination of existing volunteer opportunities. • Working in partnership with Advancement colleagues, faculty, and college leadership to design and implement creative, innovative strategies with the goal of involving an increased number of alumni in the life of the University. • Recruit volunteers to increase alumni engagement and participation in recruitment events, career related events, and other alumni volunteer pieces. • Assist in engaging, training, and stewarding constituents in order to build the volunteer pipeline. • Serve as a constituent relations liaison to alumni, friends, and donors to the University; assist with questions that arise, provide information requested, and help promote a positive alumni engagement experience to connect them to the University. Communication and Marketing • Create content for print or online invitations, emails, and engagement updates to share with alumni and friends. • Collaborate with Marketing & Communications and serve as liaison with projects including proofing communication material. • Develop content for and share University related content on social media pages for alumni (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter). • Maintains the advancement division’s communication calendar and coordinates the production of communications sent to alumni. Events and Special Projects • Assist in the strategy and development of key on-campus programming; including by not limited to, Homecoming and Family Weekend, AUAA Awards Luncheon, Senior Night, and Legacy Recognition at Commencement. • Assist with off-campus events designed to engage and educate alumni, parents, and friends with Ashland University. • Coordinate and update information to be included in graduation packets at Commencement. • Support the development and engagement of the AUAA Board of Directors. • Identify opportunities for virtual engagement events and activities. Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree required. • Strong customer service skills. • Value a strong team culture. • Progressive experience in volunteer management, alumni engagement, marketing/communication, event planning, or comparable roles. • Strong verbal and written communication skills. • Experience with computer software, CRMs, and/or online marketing tools. • Must be able to work evenings and weekends and travel when required. For additional information and to apply for the position, please visit: https://jobs.ashland.edu/postings/7172

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Associate Director of Affinity Engagement (FULL TIME)

Denison University | Granville, OH | Posted December 21, 2023

Visit https://employment.denison.edu/postings/4605 for a complete job description and application information.

The Associate Director of Affinity Engagement is responsible for managing affinity-based alumni networks, events, volunteers, communications, and programs. Affinity programming is focused on cohorts of alumni with a shared interest or experience. This position will manage affinity-based volunteers and committees while strategically developing programs and communications to engage, connect and inform.

Essential Job Functions:

The Associate Director of Affinity Engagement is a member of the Alumni Engagement Programming team and plays an important role in successfully executing the strategic priorities for alumni engagement. The position is a member of the Alumni and Family Engagement Office and the Division of Institutional Advancement.

• Inform strategic direction focused on engagement, proactive “customer” service, communication and responsiveness to the needs of Denison’s alumni community.
• Tracks affinity programming metrics, using consistent data to inform long-term planning.
• Assesses the effectiveness of existing alumni affinity programs to determine better pathways for successful engagement.
• Partners with colleagues to identify and foster alumni engagement synergies across Advancement and with campus partners (i.e. Annual Giving, Athletics, Knowlton Center, etc.)
• Advise alumni interested in forming a shared interest group.
• Supports planning and execution of affinity events, regionally and on-campus. Partners with Advancement Communications and Events on budget, marketing, content and implementation.

• Responsible for nurturing and maintaining key relationships with leadership of alumni affinity groups.
• Guides senior volunteer leaders in building strong leadership teams, to ensure a volunteer pipeline for sustained success.
• Advises and consults with volunteer leaders on a range of issues including annual programming, volunteer recruitment and retention, best practices, University policies, and event planning and communications strategies in collaboration with divisional and campus partners.
• Convenes affinity group leaders regularly to provide training opportunities, share annual priorities, key initiatives and events, recent learnings, and opportunities for collaboration.

• Partners with AFE’s Senior Associate Director, Marketing & Communications and Advancement
• Communications to ensure consistent, relevant, and timely communications for affinity programming.
• Partners with affinity volunteers to create relevant marketing and communication materials and timelines.

• With the Director of Alumni Engagement Programming, manage the day-to-day budget for affinity programming.
• Regularly assess affinity networks, report key findings to Alumni & Family Engagement and Institutional Advancement leadership. Research and implement industry best practices to achieve success.
• Assist with and attend “all-hands” Alumni Engagement events, Big Red Weekend, Family Weekend, Reunion, Alumni Council meetings, special on-campus events/conferences, and volunteer leadership assemblies.

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Senior Philanthropy Advisor (FULL TIME)

Baldwin Wallace University | Berea, OH | Posted March 8, 2022

Senior Philanthropy Advisor

Job Summary: Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Philanthropy, the Senior Philanthropy Advisor is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding current and potential donors to secure major gifts in support of Baldwin Wallace University’s strategic priorities and fundraising initiatives.  The Senior Philanthropy Advisor is an experienced fundraising professional who will manage a portfolio of approximately 100-150 active donors and prospects with special emphasis on securing major and principal gifts for the University.

 

Essential duties, tasks and responsibilities: 

• Manages a portfolio of approximately 100-150 active donors and prospects with specific goals and benchmarks intended to secure annual, major, planned, and estate gifts; along with determining their level of support and engagement. 
• Identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards major gifts on behalf of the University.
• Organizes prospect visits efficiently and strategically.   Includes key BW faculty, staff, leadership, and/or trustees as appropriate in order to build relationships and secure gifts.    Communicates with all parties via briefings, cultivation and solicitation plans/updates, and donor correspondence.
• Records fundraising progress via contact reports, cultivation and solicitation updates, correspondence, and other documentation; recording this information in Raiser’s Edge.  
• Regularly meets with the AVP for Philanthropy and Director of Prospect Development regarding prospect assignments, portfolio reviews, cultivation and solicitation strategies, and general fundraising progress.
• Requests and makes effective use of prospect research as appropriate.
• Communicates with Prospect Development and Data Analytics staff regarding information updates to donor or prospect records.
• Strives to meet and exceed goals for quality monthly visits, yearly proposals.
• Travels regionally and nationally to meet current and prospective donors.
• Monitors travel budget and expenses.  
• Builds and maintains an in-depth knowledge of BW, its funding priorities, and giving opportunities in order to articulate a compelling case for support to all constituents. 
• Collaborates with Alumni Engagement and other campus partners to engage alumni and friends in meaningful ways, and encourage increased levels of involvement and philanthropic support.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned

 

Full position description, qualifications and application instructions may be found here.