Associate Director of The Clark Fund

About Clark University:

Founded in 1887, Clark was one of the first all-graduate institutions in the United States. Today the University is a highly-ranked, student-centered institution educating approximately 2,350 undergraduate and 1,150 graduate students to be imaginative and contributing citizens of the world and to advance the frontiers of knowledge and understanding through rigorous scholarship and creative effort. This commitment to scholarship and inquiry reflects the University's commitment to "challenge convention and change our world" and to address issues of critical importance to society. It is also reflected by Clark's many national and international distinctions, including recognition for its diversity and inclusion efforts, innovation, community engagement and impact, as a top green campus, and for having a distinguished geography and international development program. Clark has also been included in the groundbreaking Colleges that Change Lives guide since it was first published in 1996.

Clark is located in Worcester, Massachusetts, a dynamic, diverse city "on the rise." The second largest city in New England, Worcester is home to 11 institutions of higher learning and is increasingly recognized for its growing healthcare and biotechnology communities, its thriving cultural scene, and as a vibrant food hub.

Job Description:

Clark University seeks a results-oriented individual to join a strategic team of professionals in its growing annual giving program, The Clark Fund. Currently a $2.8 million per year program, the Clark Fund seeks significant growth as the University works toward advancing its fundraising operation. Under leadership of the Executive Director of Alumni & Friends Engagement and The Clark Fund, the Associate Director will work collaboratively to assist in the development of a comprehensive annual strategy to grow The Clark Fund.

• Serves as a frontline fundraiser for The Clark Fund, manages an appropriately-sized portfolio of donors to The Clark Fund with the purpose of retention and upgrade through personal solicitation (20%)
• Collaborates with the Executive Director on the creation of print appeals and copywriting for direct mail and e-mail solicitation (20%)
• Develops and implements strategy to steward and cultivate The Clark Fund's giving societies, Jonas Clark Fellows and 1887 Society, including the creation of stewardship materials, working with the Executive Director to develop a programming and event strategy, and developing a communication strategy tailored to both groups (15%)
• Manages the monthly anniversary gift reminder process, stewards donors of all levels to The Clark Fund and assists the Executive Director with other day-to-day tasks as assigned (10%)
• Assists in the execution and planning for The Clark Fund's giving days including the Cougar Challenge, GivingTuesday, Spree for Clark, and future giving days/challenges. The Associate Director will manage the print and email solicitation schedule for the efforts as well as the management of solicitations of matching and challenge gifts and will work with other frontline fundraisers to ensure goals for the campaigns are met (10%)
• Collaborates with colleagues managing reunion classes on fundraising and solicitation efforts for class gift (10%)
• Provides support in tracking and analyzing results and data to evaluating efficacy of program components (10%)
• Other duties related to The Clark Fund as assigned (5%)

Requirements:

• Applicants should have a bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience in fundraising, marketing or sales (preferably in higher education)
• Proven track-record of soliciting gifts for an annual fund 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess imaginative and energetic approach to annual fundraising.
• Deadline-driven focus with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; goal and deadline-oriented, self-motivated to reach departmental initiatives.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Experience with Raiser's Edge or a similar customer relationship management (CRM) platform; proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Prior experience working with and contributing to a diverse workplace with the ability to interact effectively with a broad range of constituents.

Additional Information:

As of June 1, 2023 Clark University no longer requires employees or students to be vaccinated against COVID-19. However, Clark urges all community members to follow CDC guidelines for COVID-19 vaccination, which recommend that everyone stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines including booster doses. This is important for your own personal health as well as the health of our community.

Clark University embraces equal opportunity as a core value: we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. This commitment applies to every aspect of education, services, and employment policies and practices at Clark. Our commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. All positions at Clark share in the responsibility for building a community that values diversity and the uniqueness of others by exhibiting integrity and respect in interacting with all members of the Clark community to create an atmosphere of fairness and belonging. We strongly encourage members from historically underrepresented communities, inclusive of all women, to apply.

Clark University offers a generous benefit package for full and, if applicable, part-time employees that include; paid time off, generous retirement plan, group health and dental insurance, life insurance, and tuition, along with use of many campus amenities. For a complete list of benefits for eligible employees visit here .

Application Instructions:

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Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Salary will be commensurate with skills and experience.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

A successful background check is required upon acceptance.