Assistant/Associate Director, Annual Giving (Marketing & Analytics Focus)

Colgate University, United States

Updated: about 23 hours ago

Location: Hamilton, NEW YORK

Job Type: FullTime

Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Position Information

Job Category	Professional/Administrative
Position Title	Assistant/Associate Director, Annual Giving (Marketing & Analytics Focus)
Full Time/Part Time	Full Time
Division	Office of Advancement
Department	Annual Giving
Hiring Wage/Salary Range	$58,500 - $68,500 / annually
Determination	When extending an offer, Colgate University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations.
Benefits	Current Benefits Colgate University is proud to offer in-depth, competitive benefits that support the health and wellbeing of our employees and their family. The majority of benefits are effective on the date of hire. We pride ourselves on the scope and quality of the benefits offered to our employees. We invite candidates to visit our Benefits page to learn more about our generous benefits package, which includes but is not limited to: Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, behavioral health benefits, disability and life insurance, 403 B Retirement with employer core and matching contributions. Paid Time Off: Vacation time (varies based on position classification), sick time, 13.5 holidays including a Winter Recess between Christmas and New Year’s and 3 floating holidays. Paid Family Leave: After six months of employment, employees become eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid time off up to 67% of salary to a state maximum for bonding with a newborn, adopted or foster child, caring for a family member with a serious health condition or to help after a family member has been deployed to active military duty abroad. Continuing Education and Professional Development: Employees and their spouse/domestic partner may take up to 2 courses per semester at Colgate, tuition free with a $20 per course registration fee. Funding for work related courses to obtain an undergraduate or graduate degree related to your current position. After 7 years of service in an eligible position an employee’s eligible children may be awarded up to half of Colgate’s tuition to attend an accredited college, university or trade school of their choice. Along with a generous benefits package, additional perks unique to Colgate University include but are not limited to free on campus parking, free gym membership with discounts for family members, reduced Seven Oaks Golf Course memberships, University Bookstore discount, free library access, 3 free tickets for any regular season athletic home event, access to Colgate owned Bewkes Center and Glendening Boathouse, free access to all cultural events.
Department Statement	Founded in 1819, Colgate is a small, highly selective residential liberal arts college for students of talent who are preparing for lives of leadership and productive citizenship. Colgate University enjoys a strong tradition of philanthropy and engagement and is currently engaged in a historic comprehensive campaign with a goal of $1B. To date, the Campaign for the Third Century has raised over $560M towards this goal. The Office of Annual Giving helps alumni, families, students, and friends contribute directly to the Colgate experience through support of financial aid, student life initiatives, academic programs, research projects, the arts, athletics, and more. The Annual Giving team is charged with boosting the alumni giving rate, meeting Colgate Fund goals ($8.8M in FY23) and driving Presidents’ Circle membership including family and student membership. They achieve this goal through marketing, volunteer engagement, outreach, and events.
Accountabilities	The Assistant /Associate Director of Annual Giving will serve as the primary point person for all annual giving data analytics and marketing project management, which include: conducting analysis on all annual giving initiatives providing data insights to inform future annual giving strategy primary annual giving administrator for email marketing platform, crowdfunding, and texting campaigns, working in close collaboration with advancement-wide platforms administrator annual giving liaison with Colgate’s central Communications team to ensure marketing projects are completed on time and successfully, requiring a great level of detail and organization

Technical Competencies

Name	Data Synthesis and Use
Description	Demonstrated expertise in relevant datasets sufficient to identify errors and inconsistencies in reports and data tables. Demonstrated expertise in data analysis sufficient to leverage effectiveness in pursuit of individual goals. Demonstrated ability to effectively articulate data needs with specificity with respect to fields and tables.

Name	Opportunity Closing
Description	Demonstrated ability to execute assigned tasks in fund raising and/or engagement opportunities that consistently add value to the execution of the steps to close the opportunity for defined targets. Ability to learn from opportunities that do not close and adjust going forward.

Name	Proposal Advancement
Description	Demonstrated ability to create and execute proposals, events, and programs that consistently achieve targeted goals and objectives of an assigned department. Demonstrated ability to identify and successfully pursue opportunities (and/or engagement) with assigned constituents (e.g. parents, alumni, foundations). Demonstrated ability to consistently craft proposals and influence constituents to contribute and/or engage toward key institutional priorities.

Name

Proposal Advancement

Description

Demonstrated ability to create and execute proposals, events, and programs that consistently achieve targeted goals and objectives of an assigned department. Demonstrated ability to identify and successfully pursue opportunities (and/or engagement) with assigned constituents (e.g. parents, alumni, foundations).
Demonstrated ability to consistently craft proposals and influence constituents to contribute and/or engage toward key institutional priorities.

Name	Relationship Building/Management
Description	Demonstrated ability to execute a relationship building model for a specifically defined and assigned function within Advancement.

Name	Technology
Description	Demonstrated ability to effectively access and navigate relevant technology systems such as databases and CRMs, etc.

Behavioral Competencies

Name	Personal Accountability for Results
Description	Takes responsibility for decisions, performance, and outcomes; behaves in a responsible manner with a positive attitude; shows self-awareness and openness to feedback.

Name	Effective Communication
Description	Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills; shares information and seeks input from others; adapts communication to diverse audiences; protects private and confidential information.

Name	Problem Solving and Decision Making
Description	Analyzes and prioritizes situations to identify and solve problems; generates solutions to improve efficiency and quality; involves others in solving problems and making decisions; factors organizational goals into decisions; makes clear, transparent, and timely decisions.

Name	Change Management
Description	Responds positively to changing university initiatives and readily adapts behavior to maintain effective performance; understands the long-term direction of the university and can relate this to departmental area; adapts to new methodologies; identifies and acts on areas where change is appropriate.

Name	Leadership and Teamwork
Description	Applies skills and knowledge to provide a climate to achieve departmental and organizational success; balances individual and department goals; helps others perform at their best; builds productive relationships to enhance individual and organizational effectiveness; treats others with respect; resolves conflicts among team members.

Name	Creativity and Innovation
Description	Generates, explores, encourages, and implements innovative ways of creating strategic value for the university, division, department, and individual level; critically assesses the effectiveness of new initiatives.

Name	Diversity and Inclusion
Description	Demonstrates respect for people and their differences; understands the benefits of a diverse workforce; earns the trust and respect of others; includes and welcomes others; works to understand the perspective of others; promotes opportunities to experience diversity within our community.

Name	Sustainability
Description	Understands the impact of decision making and personal behavior in achieving the university’s commitment to a sustainable and carbon-neutral campus; supports and advances the university’s sustainability initiatives; influences others to use sustainable practices.

Requirements

Professional Experience/ Qualifications	The ideal candidate will possess organizational savvy, an ability to establish and execute plans to meet measurable goals Experience motivating internal and external stakeholders to achieve mutual goals A minimum of one year experience in fundraising, sales, marketing or non-profit work is required The ability to handle confidential material with utmost discretion The ability to use a computer and relevant software applications, such as email/Gmail; Microsoft applications, including Word and Excel; the Google Suite of software, including Google Docs and Google sheets; and a comfort level with database management are critical Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are critical Must possess strong judgment skills, and the ability to develop solutions expediently An ability to articulate the value of a liberal arts education is essential Candidates must be capable of working collegially and effectively with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, alumni and visitors on a daily basis Ability to participate in occasional evening and weekend work to support Advancement’s and the University’s events including blocks of time for major events, such as Reunion, Family Weekend, and Homecoming, and other event support as required
Preferred Qualifications	Experience in data analytics and/or project management Appointment at the Associate Director level requires three or more years of experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, or non-profit work
Education	A Bachelor’s degree is required
Certifications
Physical Requirements
Other Information	This position is hybrid (3 days on site, 2 days remote)

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number	2024S020Posting
Temporary	No
Work Schedule	Weekdays with occasional weekends
Job Open Date	03/19/2024
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement	It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups, women, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
Clery Act	CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance . Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at [email protected] .

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