To apply, please complete and submit the online application and be prepared to attach 3 separate documents: current resume, cover Letter, and a list of 3 professional references with current contact information, including email addresses. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. 

This position is eligible for the following benefits: medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.

Department Summary

The Associate Director of Leadership Annual Giving plans and executes cadence-based annual giving outreach that prioritizes consistent, proactive donor engagement on behalf of Ohio University, ensuring deeper alumni and donor relationships that advance the University’s mission and long-term growth by building and strengthening the donor pipeline. The Associate Director regularly conducts both in-person and virtual donor visits and attends events to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors at the leadership annual giving level. The Associate Director contributes professional expertise to daily operations and larger cross-unit initiatives, collaborates closely with colleagues, and supports stewardship and recognition efforts while independently solving routine challenges, providing excellent customer service, and validating transactions as needed.

Position Profile

Plans and executes the University’s campaign for annual gift support from all constituents, including alumni. Provides support in stewardship and recognition efforts for annual fund donors. Cultivates relationships with alumni, donors, foundations, and corporations to support the University’s mission. Ensures the University has the resources necessary for growth and engages the community to advance its long-term goals.

Level Summary

Provides professional expertise to the University community. Serves as a resource and guide to others in the department and/or university. Completes operational tasks essential for the daily functioning of the University. Additionally, contributes to larger projects or initiatives that align with department or University goals, often collaborating across teams.

Supervisory Responsibilities

May assist in mentoring or training new employees.

Fiscal Responsibilities

No budgetary responsibility. May be responsible for validating transactions.

Problem Solving

Handles a variety of problems with some independence.

Independence of Action

Some supervision; able to work independently on routine tasks.

Communication and Collaboration

Collaborates with team members and shares knowledge.

Physical Requirements

This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3-5 years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in donor identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, Blackbaud, or similar) and ability to use data to prioritize outreach and track progress

Department

Development

Pay Rate

Target hiring range for this role is $51,281 to $67,947 and the final offer will be commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience in relation to the minimum qualifications for the position.

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.

Bo Richardson, [email protected] 740-593-1908