Position Title:  Assistant Director of Annual Giving 

Department:  Advancement

Reports To:  Senior Director of The Bradley Fund

Appointment:  Full-Time; 40 hours per week/12 months

Status:  Exempt

The Assistant Director of Annual Giving is an important position with Bradley’s Advancement Office, with a focus on building new Annual Giving programs and driving data management in support of The Bradley Fund and other key Annual Giving programs. This full-time position requires the successful candidate to have familiarity with annual giving programs and working within complex databases. The Advancement environment at Bradley is based on a culture of teamwork, collaboration, goal-oriented strategic thought and positivity. This position will report to the Senior Director of The Bradley Fund.

Responsibilities 

Oversight of the management of select existing Annual Giving programs, as determined by the Senior Director of the Bradley Fund. Develop and manage new programs and processes to support the success of the Deans’ Excellence Funds, with a focus on best-practice elements and processes.  Manage Annual Giving’s internal data segmentation tools – Raiser’s Edge (Blackbaud)– including actual data extracts and review of data for accuracy.Coordinate with Advancement team members to support Annual Giving data.Work closely with the Senior Director of the Bradley Fund to maintain and adapt all key solicitation project timelines based on donor response and team needs.More closely integrate Annual Giving with Advancement Services to provide stronger data-driven analysis of existing programs, as well as the development of new ones.Work with the Director of Advancement Services to monitor data integrity.Analyze past and current efforts, including the development of new monthly reporting packages, to develop strategies and tactics to improve Annual Giving program results.Participate in the planning and implementation of ongoing special events, including Day of Giving, crowdfunding initiatives and others as developed.Other duties as assigned.

 Required Qualifications

Strong interpersonal, program management and communication skills.A high-level of sophistication and maturity in social and professional settings.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects independently and as part of a team.Adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced, team-based environment.Demonstrated success in planning and implementing tasks/responsibilities using data.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree.Experience in an Annual Giving or Advancement Services environment.Demonstrated skill in developing queries, reports, and dashboards, and understanding both the importance and mechanics of data segmentation.Experience with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT and/or GiveCampus PlatformsWorking knowledge of Bradley University and its alumni constituency.Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple projects, competing priorities, and challenging deadlines. Effective communication skills and are responsive when interacting with internal partners.

Work Arrangements This position is based on campus in Peoria, Illinois, and may occasionally require evening or weekend work.

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and complete contact information for a minimum of three professional references with telephone numbers. 

Please submit all materials at the time of initial application.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Employment with Bradley University is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check. 

Bradley University offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, FSA, HSA, and retirement plan options. Bradley also offers significant higher education cost savings for employees and dependents through the Tuition Remission program. Information regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.bradley.edu/offices/business/human-resources/benefits/

Bradley University is a top-ranked, private university in Peoria, Illinois, offering nearly 6,000 undergraduate and graduate student’s opportunities, choices, and resources to build their futures. Innovation, action, and collaboration drive Bradley students to generate ideas and create solutions that remake the world around them. Our comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs includes business, communications, education, engineering, fine arts, health sciences, liberal arts and sciences, and technology.

Bradley University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The administration, faculty and staff are committed to attracting qualified candidates from underrepresented groups.