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Associate Director of Annual Giving, Application Close: August 31, 2017 

Ministry Team Office of Philanthropy and Stewardship  
Reports To Director  
FLSA Status Exempt  
Salary Grade 9  
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Category National and Global Ministries, Cleveland, Ohio  
Starting Salary  
Description

GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSITION: Assist the Director and other senior staff and volunteers in carrying out development programs of the national setting of the United Church of Christ; primary responsibility for planning, executing, managing a comprehensive annual fund program. Engage in face-to-face visits with prospects and donors. Plan and execute special events to engage donors, prospects and constituents of the UCC, promote the programs of the national office and encouraging philanthropic support for annual giving campaigns.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Create, implement, manage and evaluate a comprehensive broad-based annual fund campaign program including special events and donor recognition.
  • Use statistics to evaluate the annual fund program and make recommendations to segment data, meet annual fundraising goals, increase annual giving revenue and participation.
  • Create concepts and construct messaging for annual fund appeals and materials, print, phone, web, social media and face-to-face solicitations.
  • Interface with UCC program areas and committees to recruit and train volunteer leadership to support annual fund program.
  • Work with Office of Philanthropy and Stewardship team members to achieve successful program levels of key fundraising performance metrics, including donor acquisition rates, pledge fulfillment, donor retention rates, donor loyalty and donor development (upgrade) effectiveness.
  • Plans and directs the Monthly and Employee Giving Campaign by working with appropriate internal departments and employees to create a comprehensive program that creates a culture of philanthropy and educates the national setting as to the philanthropic needs of the United Church of Christ.
  • Manages annual social media campaigns and special projects such as #GivingTuesday to solicit gifts, capture constituent and event registrations and utilize e-communications.
  • Work with Major Gifts Officers to identify annual giving donors ready to move through the next phase of the giving cycle, developing them as major giving prospects.
  • Oversee the coordination and organization of any special events that support the philanthropic endeavors of the UCC including annual giving, principal giving, and other special fundraising efforts.
  • Work in conjunction with other UCC offices to coordinate annual giving with special offerings and other fundraising initiatives, ensuring the implementation of a carefully orchestrated cycle of requests that are sensitized to the needs and preferences of donors and prospects.
  • Recruit, train and manage volunteer leaders to help solicit and support existing and prospective donors to active campaigns and appeals.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned.
 
Position Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required to perform successfully in this position.

  • A college degree in a related field or equivalent experience, or a combination of academic study and experience.
  • Experience in the philosophy and practice of philanthropy in the non-profit sector and demonstrated ability to work in the area of annual giving programs.
  • Demonstrated credibility necessary to influence and tactfully manage relationships with internal and external constituencies.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Capacity to develop and execute complex strategy impacting philanthropic effectiveness.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and relate to a variety of diverse stakeholders.
  • Commitment to and theological understanding of mission, stewardship and philanthropy.
  • Understanding of the polity and structures of the United Church of Christ.
  • Desire and sensitivity to work in diverse racial, ethnic, cultural and religious settings with commitment to diversity in the workplace as well as in one’s understanding of mission.
  • Ability to maintain and properly handle confidential or sensitive information.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and collegially as well as independently.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and Raiser’s Edge.
  • Limited travel within the United States.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in annual giving/special events.
  • Demonstrated experience resulting in incremental and sustained growth in annual giving programs.

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for the position and is subject to review and change at any time in accordance with the needs of the ministry. Since no job description can detail all duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a position, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a position shall also be considered part of the position holder’s responsibility.

It is expected that the person who holds this position will conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the policies of the UCC and in a manner that will reflect positively on the organization. All staff are encouraged to nurture safety within the work performed on behalf of the UCC by being attentive to self-care, education, maintaining appropriate boundaries, and the importance of referring those in need to supportive and helpful resources.

The United Church of Christ National Ministries is a Multicultural, Multiracial, Open and Affirming, Accessible to All, Equal Opportunity Employer.

 
Comprehensive Benefits Package Employer paid health, dental, life, and pension benefits  
Application Deadline August 31, 2017  
About the Organization The United Church of Christ



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