Director of Annual Giving, Communications, and Events

Yankton, SD (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableDirector/ExecutiveFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Lead annual giving and donor engagement at Mount Marty University, coordinating campaigns, events, and communications to grow giving.

  • Must-have: experience in annual giving or related field and strong project management
  • Standout: ability to partner with service providers and manage high-impact donor events

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead development and execution of annual giving strategy, including:
  • Fall Appeal
  • Giving Day
  • End-of-Year Giving
  • Develop and manage donor communications, including:
  • Messaging and content
  • Segmentation and targeting
  • Digital and multi-channel outreach
  • Manage and execute the annual giving calendar, ensuring timely and coordinated campaigns
  • Oversee the partnership with a service provider, including:

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree required (relevant field preferred) or equivalent professional experience
  • Experience in annual giving, communications, events, or related field preferred
  • Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple campaigns and deadlines simultaneously
  • Ability to analyze performance data and adjust strategy accordingly
  • Ability to maintain confidential information and exercise discretion

Preferred

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Experience in annual giving, communications, events, or related field preferred
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Mount Marty University

Mount Marty University is a private, Catholic, Benedictine co-educational liberal arts university. Primary emphasis is placed on the development of each person as a complete human being with intellectual, professional and personal skills and a composite of moral, spiritual and social values.

Founded in 1936
Yankton, South Dakota, USA
255 employees (14 in marketing)