Saint Xavier University (Chicago) - Director of Annual Fund and Alumni Relations

Adriana Moreno 2

Summary
Reporting to the AVP for University Advancement, the Director of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving is responsible for the University’s overall alumni and annual fund outreach efforts.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Identify and cultivate relationships with alumni for the purposes of closer engagement with SXU including, but not limited to, philanthropic leadership, mentorship of students, volunteer participation, event planning and participation, and campus partnership initiatives.
Serve as the liaison with the Alumni Council.
Develop and lead a comprehensive annual fundraising appeal program with an annual goal, including strategies to incorporate alumni groups, e-campaigns, direct mail, giving societies, organizations, focus on new donors, and moves management for increasing average gift amounts.
Develops measurable and applied metrics for success, maintaining an on-going evaluation and reporting system for annual giving and alumni activities.
Collaborates with other areas of University Advancement and across the university to strengthen alumni relations in affinity areas such as athletics, academic departments, etc.
Work with University Relations on all direct mail and printed materials
Nurture the growth of the SXU alumni network through the use of technology and social engagement.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education:

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
Experience:
A minimum of two to five years related professional experience (including fundraising, working with volunteers and/or alumni).
Highly proficient computer skills utilizing Microsoft Suite.
Prefer experience in higher education.
Skills & Abilities:
Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
Ability to coordinate efforts with on and off campus groups.
Demonstrates diplomatic, professional, and courteous interpersonal skills; displays discretion in dealing with sensitive, confidential issues.
Ability to effectively multi-task and work with multiple deadlines.
Description of Hours: 8:30-4:30 with some nights and weekends as well as travel.
Start Date: ASAP
Additional Expectations
We inspire success by working together to provide meaningful, personalized service in a spirit of excellence. SXU seeks candidates that deliver value-added services in a responsive, collaborative, effective, and respectful manner.

The University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from individuals with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Saint Xavier University affirms its position as a Catholic institution, inspired by the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy, and asserts its rights to employ persons who subscribe to the mission, vision and core values of the University.

Saint Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other factors protected by law. Hiring decisions will be based on the bona fide occupational qualifications of each applicant.

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