Job Description

To work in collaboration with the director and assistant directors of Annual Giving to direct, manage, execute, and evaluate all student philanthropy initiatives as well as the UTalk tele-fundraising program.

Responsibilities

Student Campaign Functions

• Direct the overall strategy for student philanthropy and engagement initiatives through the UT Student Foundation, and serve as the formal Texas Development advisor for the UT Student Foundation.
• This includes design of the strategic plan and management of the plan’s implementation throughout the year.
• Provide fundraising consulting and training services to student groups campus-wide to help raise funds from the student body for internal university causes.
• Actively solicit students and student groups for funds in support of university causes in-person, through events, and through appropriate direct marketing channels.
• In conjunction with the Donor Relations team, develop, and execute effective strategies for student donor relations and stewardship programs.
• Create and maintain a social media strategy for the UT Student Foundation and other campaigns where appropriate.
• Plan and execute the fall ContribUTe and the spring Senior Class Gift student crowdfunding campaigns.
• In conjunction with other special campaigns team members, plan and execute the student component of 40 Hours for the Forty Acres.

UTalk Phone Program Functions

• Develop and manage day-to-day operation of the phone solicitation plan in coordination with the assistant director of annual giving and the Annual Giving Programs team, outside vendor, Ruffalo Noel Levitz (RNL) and CSU clients.
• Oversee the preparation and distribution of all collateral materials, including scripts, placemats, emails, acknowledgement letters, reminder letters while using overall annual giving and central development messaging.
• Collaborate with appropriate Advancement Services teams to ensure phone processes are set up and functioning by facilitating communication between UT and RNL data teams to institute procedures for data loads, queries, prospect analysis, etc.
• Monitor and analyze call results to provide strategy changes and areas for testing to increase the number of donors and revenue.
• Coordinate with RNL and colleges, schools, and units to schedule call center and CSU tours and speaking engagements.
• Coordinate with RNL and CSUs to develop and maintain a robust recruiting processes for hiring student callers, build UTalk branding, and institute recognition programs for student callers to increase retention.
• Regular, clear communication with all members of the Annual Giving Programs team is essential.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree. Three years of experience coordinating or administering a program. A minimum of two years experience in non-profit fundraising and/or non-profit management. Previous experience working directly with donors and volunteers. Experience planning and implementing comprehensive annual fundraising strategies, including post-campaign reporting and analysis. Demonstrated ability to think strategically, work well under pressure, and effectively manage details of several concurrent projects. Demonstrated strong computer skills. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

Working knowledge of UT Austin or UT System structure, policies and procedures. Degree from the University of Texas at Austin. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across departments to accomplish goals. Hands-on experience with student campaigns, crowdfunding, time-limited campaigns, or peer-to-peer fundraising. Demonstrated experience working with volunteer boards or committees. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with academic leaders, development staff, and students. Event planning and logistics experience.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.