Assistant Director of Philanthropy

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University Advancement amplifies NC State's local and global impact by nurturing lifelong relationships, championing philanthropy and strengthening the Wolfpack community. Led by Vice Chancellor Brian Sischo, UA fulfills its mission through the operations of four main units: University Development, which seeks and obtains philanthropic support; Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving, which builds and fosters relationships and a culture of philanthropy with alumni and other constituencies; and Advancement Services, which provides information management and other key support functions to all University Advancement units.

Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving (AEAG) uses a wide variety of platforms, channels and methods to engage the university's alumni in mutually rewarding long-term relationships. The unit also procures and increases annual gifts to the university by leveraging existing relationships and creating new ones. Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving collaborates with partners across campus to plan and implement a coordinated, integrated strategy aimed at increasing support for the university and building a culture of philanthropy within the university and across its constituencies.

The Office of Annual Giving uses a multi-channel strategy to engage individuals and families with the capacity to give $1,000-$50,000 annually. The office collaborates with colleges and campus units to identify and cultivate donors at this level and to implement coordinated strategies for donor engagement.

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The Assistant Director of Philanthropy is responsible for identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors who have the potential to give between $1,000 and $50,000. This role will primarily focus on securing outright annual gifts and pledges and will work to increase membership in the Chancellor's Circle.

The ideal candidate is a highly motivated professional who will support fundraising for current operations and endowments. This role involves acquiring new donors and upgrading existing ones. Solicitations will be multi-channel, including phone calls, mail, emails, and in-person meetings, particularly in regions with a high concentration of alumni.

Reporting to the Director of Philanthropy in Annual Giving, the Assistant Director will serve as a member of the Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving team, supporting all areas of the University and specifically assigned colleges or units. The position will be expected to develop and manage a portfolio of annual giving prospects, cultivating meaningful relationships and implementing strategies in collaboration with Annual Giving leadership and Development offices across campus.

Duties and Responsibilities:

In addition to your application, please submit a resume, cover letter and the contact information for at least three professional references.

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