Director of Individual Gifts
WXPN
Philadelphia
,
PA
Application Deadline: Wednesday, Nov 30, 2016
Description
WXPN, the non-commercial radio station of the University of Pennsylvania, is looking for a DIRECTOR OF INDIVIDUAL GIFTS.
Duties
The Director of Individual Gifts is responsible for setting goals and strategy for WXPN Membership, working in collaboration with the University’s central Development and Alumni Relations division to ensure that all fundraising activity follows established principles and protocol set forth by central DAR. Following fundraising trends and new opportunities, s/he will analyze, recommend and implement new fundraising initiatives for growth. Oversee all fund raising programs targeting existing XPN donors, including retention, cultivation, stewardship, and realizing increased giving levels. Create and implement programs to renew members, with a major focus on sustained giving. Supervise all individual giving staff, including the Associate Major Gifts Director and all activities related to major giving and grants. Solicit major gifts. Define critical benchmarks for department. Analyze results to make decisions for investment in future growth. Achieve new member fund raising goals.
Position requires some evening/ weekend work and travel.
Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree and 5-7 years of marketing/ fundraising experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, are required. At least 3 years of supervisory experience required. Experience in and knowledge of sustained giving programs, direct mail, CRM/database management, and customer service preferred. Requires strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate various complex projects at the same time. Must be excellent communicator, creative, resourceful and flexible. Public broadcasting experience and familiarity with WXPN programming helpful. Valid driver’s license is required.
Special Requirements: Background Check Required
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Reference No.: 81-24366
Level: 028
Employment Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt, 9:00am – 5:30pm.
How To Apply
Formal application for this position MUST be made through the University of Pennsylvania Online Employment System on the https://jobs.hr.upenn.edu website. When you “search open positions” enter the job reference no., and click on “search.”
Deadline for Applications: November 30, 2016
No phone calls, please.
The University of Pennsylvania is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer.