Development Officer 3 - Annual Giving and Stewardship

Essential Functions
Annual Giving Program Development and Management - 45%
Create and implement an annual giving strategy that supports the individual giving pipeline, and meets or exceeds annual goals, including building a monthly sustainer program
Collaborate with staff, UMF Annual Giving and digital teams on implementation of annual giving appeals (direct mail, email, text, social media)
Collaborate with department development officer to support programmatic priority areas through targeted annual giving micro-campaigns
Collaborate with UMF to become an expert at requesting queries to maximize annual giving reach
Collaborate with development, communications and marketing (advancement team) staff staff to maximize visibility and collaboration that support the college's fundraising strategic plan
Oversee Give to the Max Day Campaign, and other crowdfunding initiatives
Serve as a contact and collaborator when partnering with the University of Minnesota Foundation's Leadership Annual Giving Team on special initiatives

Donor Relations, Stewardship, and Events - 40%
Serve as the primary contact for annual fund donors
Develop and execute a comprehensive system of donor recognition, including:
Partnering with the development team on donor engagement, stewardship and recognition
Providing timely gift acknowledgement through the Acknowledgement 2.0 Donor Dashboard, and through personalized letters and communication from leaders
A systematic process for generating and sending stewardship and gift impact reports to donors
Identify annual giving donors with potential to become mid-level to major gift donors, coordinating with development team
With other advancement team members, collaborate and provide support for key development events
Develop donor engagement plans for aspiring major gift prospects that maximize events, unique opportunities and partnerships (onsite, virtual)
Assist and lead in developing and executing donor recognition events and activities, in collaboration with the advancement team
Carry a portfolio of 10-15 leadership annual donor prospects, coordinating strategies for in-person meetings, events and other activities to move prospects through cultivation stages

Data Management and Analysis - 10%
Collaborate with UMF partners to utilize annual giving data to support development goals
Commitment to the maintenance and integrity of the Donor Management System (DMS) development database.
File timely donor contact reports in (DMS)
Effectively and efficiently leverage data on annual giving to drive decision making and strategy.
Work in collaboration with partners at UMF including the prospect research partner

Other Duties as Assigned (5%)

Qualifications

Required:
Bachelors' degree plus four (4) years of progressive experience in advancement, development or alumni relations.
Excellent written communication skills
Experience with project management
Requires occasional attendance at some weekend and evening events.
Proficient with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office or similar computer software. (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point)
Experience in, and an ongoing commitment to, a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion; working effectively with and across diverse communities: e.g. people of color, underrepresented groups; people with both visible and invisible disabilities; women; people of various gender and sexual identities and expressions; and first-generation students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds

Preferred:
Experience in a higher education or mission-centered nonprofit organization
Events management experience
Strong experience with data management and analysis
Strong oral communication skills
Thrives in a collaborative environment
Passion for animals, environmental conservation or wildlife

Benefits

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

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About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).