Assistant Director, Annual Giving

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of segmented annual giving campaigns, including class, reunion, parent, and giving society efforts.
• Develop campaign strategies and timelines using data and donor insights to drive participation and revenue growth.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteer leaders and committees to conduct peer outreach and gift solicitation.
• Oversee the Student Philanthropy Center program, including the management and training of student workers.
• Build a strong donor pipeline through targeted outreach, milestone-based campaigns, and giving days.
• Manage a portfolio of annual giving prospects, with a focus on reunion years and young alumni.
• Design and implement stewardship initiatives, such as impact communications and donor recognition programs.
• Utilize analytics to inform segmentation and track campaign performance, including participation and retention rates.
• Collaborate with Advancement, Communications, and Alumni Engagement teams to align multi-channel messaging.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• 3–5 years of experience in annual giving, fundraising, alumni engagement, or marketing.
• Proficiency in CRM tools and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours, including some nights and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education fundraising.
• Experience leading programs involving students, volunteers, or campus partners.
• Familiarity with relational databases, online giving platforms, and event management software.
• Experience with digital communication tools, design software, or the integration of AI tools.

About the Company

Bryant University is recognized as a top 1 percent national leader in student education outcomes and ROI. Through our strategic plan, Vision 2030, we are committed to providing students with a transformational learning experience by accelerating advancements in academic innovation, experiential learning, and a connected community.