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Senior Development Officer (FULL TIME)

Kenyon College | Gambier, OH | Posted October 21, 2025

Kenyon College is conducting a search to fill the position of Senior 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. Now we look to continue this momentum as we begin the College’s third century. We aim to grow our endowment by $100 million over the next two years which will allow us to invest in innovation that advances our academic excellence and provides sustainable resources for the promise of all that lies ahead. 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. Job Responsibilities: Develop meaningful and productive relationships with a portfolio of major and planned gift donors. This will require regular travel within an assigned territory and occasional weekend work. Conduct 100 - 120 visits per year which should ultimately lead to delivery of 12-15 gift proposals annually. Achieve an annual fundraising goal of $2.5 million+ from their portfolio of prospects and in collaboration with Advancement colleagues. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate well verbally and in writing with donors, Division colleagues, and cross-campus partners. Ability to effectively develop and maintain lasting 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 Minimum three years of experience in fundraising including significant success in face-to-face asks for substantial philanthropic gifts Flexibility and willingness to travel as required to meet established goals Passion for the importance of higher education Commitment to our Division’s values of excellence, integrity, and collaboration 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 Desire to work in and contribute to a collegial, amiable, high performing team 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 is a unique place to live and work. To discover why it should be your next home, click here. 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.

Senior Director, Donor Engagement and Alumni Relations, College of Arts and Sciences (FULL TIME)

Case Western Reserve University | Cleveland, OH | Posted October 14, 2025

Senior Director, Donor Engagement & Alumni Relations (job#14029) Case Western Reserve University, College of Arts & Sciences Cleveland, OH We invite interested, qualified applicants to browse our website at jobs.case.edu for job ID 14029 POSITION OBJECTIVE The Senior Director of Donor Engagement and Alumni Relations will provide the vision and leadership for developing and implementing a comprehensive donor and alumni engagement program that will provide meaningful opportunities for connection, recognition, service, and personal and professional development for donors, alumni, and key families/parents. The position’s major responsibility is the development of an overall “best in class” donor engagement program in the College of Arts and Sciences. The incumbent is charged with expanding and elevating these programs, defining related annual and long-term goals, creating strategies and actions that enable the college to reach, engage, and retain as many donors as possible through impactful and strategic communication, acknowledgement, engagement, recognition, stewardship, and reporting. The senior director will organize and direct the College’s stewardship of all major endowed funds of the College and supervise the Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement and Stewardship and the Annual Giving and Alumni Relations Coordinator in executing this and other functions. The senior director will create, oversee, and execute all Homecoming and Reunion activities including a Special Gifts Program for the 50th Reunion class; this will include managing a stewardship and engagement portfolio of 150+ top prospects/donors. These programs will enhance alumni and donor loyalty, dedication, and increase philanthropic support for the College of Arts and Sciences at Case Western Reserve University. Pairing data driven best practices with the art of relationship-based engagement, the senior director will use data and tracking infrastructure to generate valuable affinity intelligence, which will drive strategy and programming. As a member of the Development and External Relations leadership team, the senior director will work closely with the Dean of the College, the Vice Dean for Development and External Relations, the Executive Director, frontline fundraising staff, and other key university colleagues to recruit and retain new and existing donors through innovative strategic initiatives. The senior director will leverage current campus and community partnerships to increase opportunities for engagement and create new initiatives to foster collaboration among corporate, career, executive education, and workplace facing staff. The senior director will activate donor and alumni connections around interdisciplinary academic areas, multidisciplinary occupations, cross-functional initiatives, and social causes that align with college priorities. The senior director will facilitate a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds while supervising the assistant director of alumni engagement and stewardship, annual giving and alumni relations coordinator, and student employees. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1. Provide vision, direction, leadership, and oversight for all donor engagement activities of the college, including determining strategic direction for increasing donor acquisition, engagement, solicitation, and retention. Develop and execute signature strategic initiatives, including acknowledgement, event management, stewardship, and recognition efforts, that engage donors and raise the visibility of the college and university among constituents locally, nationally, and internationally. In partnership with other staff, utilize annual, special, and major giving strategies as part of an overall donor engagement strategy with particular focus on reunion class giving. Oversee College recognition societies outreach and engagement, including planned giving and loyal donors. Supervise the Assistant Director of Donor Engagement and Alumni Relations and Annual Giving and Alumni Relations Coordinator. Collaborate with College of Arts and Sciences fundraising team to establish goals, objectives, and programmatic efforts to strengthen donor philanthropic engagement. (45%) 2. Manage and direct the college’s alumni relations program in partnership with central University Development and Relations colleagues. Develop and execute activities and solicitation plans for the 50th Reunion and other alumni affinity groups through targeted segmentation (academic, departmental, special interest, professional affiliations, etc.). Identify and cultivate volunteer leadership, develop strategies for the success of alumni groups, and support their events and activities. Develop and coordinate the marketing efforts for alumni affinity program. Serve as the college’s liaison with the Alumni Association of Case Western Reserve University and collaborate to best serve the college’s alumni, donors, and friends. (10%) 3. Engage donors and alumni in the life of the college and university through consistent and positive communication, exceptional customer service, and the creation of meaningful opportunities for recognition, volunteerism, service, personal and professional development, and events and programs. Develop and implement organizational and strategic communication plans that incorporate clear definition of goals, target audiences, and strategies in line with institutional goals. (10%) 4. Oversee, prepare, edit, proofread, and approve the creation of informational and promotional materials including highly customized correspondence, reports, newsletters, proposals, advertisements, and other personalized communications for top donors. Serve as the development team’s principal liaison to University Marketing and Communications. (10%) NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1. Develop and manage an effective volunteer management system that supports the objective of engaging donors and alumni, who have the capacity to make major gifts of $100,000 or more, in meaningful volunteer opportunities and serving as a source for donor and alumni talent and resources for students, faculty, and staff. (5%) 2. Create, select, and distribute awards that recognize outstanding alumni and young alumni achievement/engagement. Create new opportunities and programs for recognition and encompass social media and communications plans related to all awards and recognition. (5%) 3. Develop and manage budgets for alumni related events and activities. Manage funds by planning, developing and exercising approval authority for expenditures. (5%) 4. Develop and maintain positive collaborative relationships and programs with other university units, including university Alumni Relations, Admissions, Career Services, Parent and Family Programs, Athletics, Student Affairs, Residential and Greek Life, Undergraduate/Graduate Student Leadership, International Student Services, the Strategic Giving Office, academic departments, and Marketing/Communications units to expand current opportunities for donor and alumni engagement and create new opportunities where they do not currently exist. (5%) 5. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the dean of the college and the Vice Dean for development and external relations. (5%) CONTACTS Department: Daily contact with the dean, vice dean for development and external relations, executive director, and other University Relations and Development colleagues and the dean’s office to maintain workflow. University: Continuous contact with university trustees, College of Arts and Sciences visiting committee members, faculty, and staff to exchange information. External: Continuous contact with university with major donors to the college and university and alumni locally, nationally, and internationally to initiate and facilitate volunteer engagement at all levels, provide information and solicit donations as appropriate. Students: Frequent contact with undergraduate and graduate students to exchange information. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY Will directly supervise assistant director of alumni engagement and stewardship and annual giving and alumni relations coordinator as well as student employees. QUALIFICATIONS Experience: 7 or more years of successful, progressive experience in alumni and donor relations or related fields, including demonstrable creativity, strong communication and writing skills, and effectiveness is required. A record of increasing revenue and engagement through outreach activities and/or financial commitment rates is required. 5 or more years of experience managing staff preferred. Education/Licensing: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in business/strategic planning is strongly desired. REQUIRED SKILLS 1. Demonstrated experience in creating and implementing a fundamental plan for establishment of engagement and fundraising priorities and strategy and execution of the cultivation and solicitation, negotiation, finalization of proposals and follow through, while providing leadership to the Development team. Demonstrated ability to partner in the cultivation and solicitation of major gifts of $100,000 and above. 2. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required, with public speaking skills preferred; excellent interpersonal skills are required. Ability to develop and prepare error-free written communications is essential and a key competency for the role. Demonstrated ability in motivating volunteers is required; the ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required. 3. High level of attention to detail. 4. Demonstrated knowledge, accountability, and comprehension skills for formulating budgetary planning and prioritization of projects, programs and activities, using sound judgement while meeting organizational goals. 5. Computer literacy, particularly in word processing and using databases, is preferred. 6. Demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to the staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest. 7. Ability to meet consistent attendance. 8. Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face to face. WORKING CONDITIONS General office working environment. Job frequently requires travel and attendance at evening and/or weekend activities, meetings, events, seminars, and workshops. This position is eligible for the staff hybrid work program. HYBRID ELIGIBILTY This position is eligible for hybrid work arrangement up to two remote days per week at the discretion of the department. New employees may begin a hybrid schedule upon approval from the supervisor, successful completion of an orientation period and signing the remote work checklist certification form. SALARY INFORMATION Case Western Reserve University is committed to providing a transparent estimate of the salary range available for this position at the time of its posting. The targeted salary range is between $71,041 and $89,867, depending on qualifications, experience, department budgets, and industry data. Employees receive more than just a paycheck. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and a winter recess. EEO STATEMENT Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION Case Western Reserve University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Equity at 216-368-3066 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis. APPLY ONLINE We invite interested, qualified applicants to browse our website at jobs.case.edu for job ID 14029.

Assistant Director of Alumni Communications & Engagement (FULL TIME)

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

The Office of Alumni Engagement at Oberlin College and Conservatory seeks applicants for the position of Assistant Director of Alumni Communications and Engagement. This is a full-time, 12-month, Administrative and Professional Staff position in the Office of Advancement, reporting to the Director of Reunion and Regional Activities. The Assistant Director of Alumni Communications and Engagement provides important programmatic and communications support, as well as project leadership, for Oberlin College and Conservatory in support of its efforts to strengthen the college for both current and future students, as well as to provide meaningful and positive lifelong connection opportunities for members of Oberlin’s nearly 42,000-member alumni community. Primary responsibilities for the Assistant Director fall into three distinct and interrelated areas: general alumni communications and website oversight; reunion and event support; and young alumni communications and engagement support (including student-to-alumni transition initiatives). Communications and Website Management Serve as lead creator of alumni communications and online event registrations using broadcast email tools, mailings, event registration tools, and social media. Manage the Office of Alumni Engagement suite of webpages. Manage the Office of Alumni Engagement's outbound communications calendar. Produce Oberlin’s monthly electronic alumni newsletter, Around the Square, in coordination with the Office of Communications. Work will include developing Advancement goals for the piece and an annual plan for Advancement messaging and reader calls to action. Work with the Office of Communications to enhance Oberlin’s social media presence to help support and achieve alumni engagement goals. Reunion and Event Support Create and implement reunion communications and tools for reunion committees and attendees. Assist in the planning, implementation, and staffing of annual reunion activities that take place during Commencement and Homecoming weekends. Young Alumni Communications and Support Work with other members of the Alumni Engagement team to develop and implement young alumni engagement communications and programs, with an emphasis on the student-to-young alumni transition. Assist in goal-setting for young alumni engagement. Initiate and assist in the planning of young alumni activities in both virtual and in-person formats. This work will occasionally involve creating, managing, and executing programs; in other instances, it will involve working with other team members on programs they manage to create activities with a focus on young alumni. Coordinate with the Office of Annual Giving to ensure Alumni Engagement student-to-alumni and young alumni activities, including student philanthropy, align. Measure and report on results. A generous compensation package will be offered to the successful candidate, including an excellent benefits package, liberal vacation time, and tuition remission for eligible dependents and 35 days of paid PTO. For more information and to apply: https://jobs.oberlin.edu/postings/16853

Director of Development for the College of Engineering (FULL TIME)

Ohio Northern University | Ada, OH | Posted September 15, 2025

Visit https://jobs.onu.edu/postings/13607 for a complete job description and application information. Job Summary: The Director is responsible for devising and executing a comprehensive major gift fundraising plan to maximize charitable support for the University and the designated college to which s/he is assigned through the identiﬁcation, cultivation, and solicitation of major gift prospects. Scope: Support University Advancement through serving as the Director of Development for Engineering and overseeing the design and execution of a comprehensive advancement plan that includes major gift fundraising, annual fund development and alumni relations. Principal Responsibilities The Director of Development will • be an ambitious and dynamic development professional who is dedicated to building a strong major gift and philanthropic culture throughout his/her designated college; • have demonstrated success in closing major gifts; experience with campaign planning and implementation, and identifying, attracting, and adding new donors; • partner with the Vice President and Dean of the assigned college, including the establishment and implementation of the major gifts fundraising strategies, plans, and goals; • support, assist, and partner with other development staff and institutional leaders; • demonstrate effective strategic skills to connect and engage alumni, faculty, donors, and local and national philanthropists in major gift opportunities; • be creative, innovative, and have a strong background in fundraising while working collaboratively; and • have a passion for the impact that ONU can have on students, alumni, and the community. Key Job Functions • maintain an active portfolio of capable prospects who support the designated college’s and University’s mission; • meet or exceed speciﬁc goals for donor contacts during the year; • work with the Dean, senior faculty, and other University ofﬁcials on appropriate cultivation, solicitation and stewardship visits; and • lead special and/or specific projects or major gifts functions, as assigned, and provide support / mentoring as appropriate to newer development officers. Required Skills: The ideal candidate will possess a strong knowledge of fundraising, particularly advancement in a higher education setting and planned giving vehicles, as well as strong behavioral competencies and attributes described below. Functional/Technical Knowledge and Skills Demonstrated success in closing major gifts, preferably some in 6-figures and above; experience with campaign planning and implementation Must possess a broad institutional perspective and have excellent management and planning skills, as well as a proactive style of leadership that encourages teamwork and interaction Demonstrated success in developing proposals that combine gifts for the assigned unit(s) and University-wide special projects Expertise and demonstrated success in major gift strategies and practices in higher education including the responsibility to ensure compliance with governmental and University policies and regulations Develop and promote donor acquisition and renewal programs Identify and cultivate potential Lehr Society donors in conjunction with the Ofﬁce of University Advancement Plan and implement constituent engagement strategies that promote a comprehensive understanding of the college’s mission, goals and priorities Work closely with Alumni Relations and volunteer leadership to develop relationships with alumni and donors Collaborate with others on fundraising and alumni engagement activities Participate in University-wide and college events to further donor engagement activities Technology skills including computer literacy, social media, word processing, spreadsheets, and database software programs

Director of Development for the College of Engineering (FULL TIME)

Ohio Northern University | Ada, OH | Posted September 15, 2025

Director of Development – College of Engineering.

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.

Strategy, Implementation and Assessment

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.

Volunteer Management

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.

Communication

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.

Additional Responsibilities

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.

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