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Villanova University

Director of Annual Giving Strategies

🇺🇸 Villanova, PA

🕑 Full-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Development & Advancement

🗓️ May 21st, 2025

Blackbaud Salesforce

Edtech.com's Summary

Villanova University is hiring a Director of Annual Giving Strategies. The role involves coordinating and managing a multi-channel solicitation and stewardship plan to increase annual giving from alumni, parents, and friends. The Director will supervise and refine direct mail, digital, and phone strategies, ensuring a personalized approach to donor engagement. The individual will also oversee data analysis, collaborate with different departments, and manage advertising relationships associated with annual giving efforts.
 
Highlights 

  • Manage direct marketing programs to increase revenue and participation.
  • Oversee planning and execution of solicitation for 1842 Day, the annual day of giving.
  • Manage a team of five and provide oversight for solicitation strategies.
  • Evaluate and recommend enhancements for digital technologies like Salesforce.
  • Five to seven years of experience in nonprofit fundraising or marketing required.
  • Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
  • Strong planning, administrative, and leadership skills essential.
  • Knowledge of Office 365 and fundraising software preferred.