Job Overview

The Associate Director works as part of a team to increase donor participation levels and leadership gifts in support of law annual giving. The individual will be the team leader for workplace giving, primarily the Law Firm Challenge, matching gifts, and firm-led fundraising. Additionally, the incumbent will provide market analysis to help guide strategy for other Law Annual Fund programs related to firm and industry philanthropy, and the alumni who work in those spheres.

The Associate Director will manage all aspects of the Law Firm Challenge, including volunteer management, and will work from a comprehensive solicitation plan including volunteer solicitation, direct and email marketing, and contact through various social media outlets, as appropriate. This position will also be responsible for personal solicitations of leadership-level gifts, matching gifts, and sponsorships within certain segments.

Work Interactions

Reporting to the Director of the Law Annual Fund, the Associate Director works closely with the Director, the Georgetown Law Center Development and Alumni Relations staff, as well as the Main Campus Office of Advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5 to 7 years in fundraising, direct marketing, communications, and volunteer management; or commensurate skills and experience
• Proficient in fundraising software applications
• Detail-oriented, personable, and highly professional in presentation and speech
• Highly developed interpersonal, written, and oral communications skills required
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively, at times under tight deadlines
• Strong problem-solving abilities; the ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative as appropriate
• Motivated, creative self-starter eager to contribute to and participate in the mission of Georgetown University

Work Mode: Hybrid 2 Days. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources Mode of Work Designation.

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a cover letter and resume  for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. These documents are not kept on file for future positions.

EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.