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Director of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Sep 19, 2025

Posting Details

Posting Number	S14161P
Working Title	Director of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations
Department	Franklin-Deans Dev & Alumni
About the University of Georgia	Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department	Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is the heart of the University of Georgia's learning environment, advancing new knowledge, research, scholarship and creative output by faculty, students, and staff in more than 80-degree programs across 40+ units.
College/Unit/Department website	https://franklin.uga.edu/office-development-and-alumni-relations
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS or ORP
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	Schedule: 8am-5pm, M-F; Required Evening and Weekend work as needed
Advertised Salary	Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date	09/19/2025
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	10/13/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy	Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement	The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Information

Classification Title	Annual Giving Supervisor
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 8 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary	The Director of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations at the University of Georgia's Franklin College of Arts and Sciences leads and directs the college's annual giving and alumni relations programming, helping to build a culture of philanthropy and increase participation among alumni, parents, faculty/staff and friends. The role involves strategic planning and execution of events and initiatives, coordinating with academic departments and managing budgets. Additionally, the position requires active portfolio management by cultivating and soliciting leadership-level annual gifts, with a focus on high-value donors and multi-year commitments. It also includes collaboration with the central university's development office to synchronize messaging and strategy for college-wide annual giving campaigns. This position works collaboratively with development and alumni relations staff to design and implement multi-channel fundraising solicitations, including direct mail, digital campaigns, phonathons, scholarship support through the Franklin Advantage fund, and giving society solicitations such as Cornerstone and Franklin for Life. The ideal candidate will be data-driven, creative, and passionate about higher education fundraising. The Director of Annual Giving is a full-time professional position with regular travel required. Additional duties will be required on homecoming weekend, football Saturdays, and at other special events which fall on nights and/or weekends.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Exceptional written and verbal communication Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with donors and stakeholders. Understanding of fundraising strategies, donor cultivation and stewardship. Knowledge of effective communication techniques and marketing strategies to engage donors. Proficiency in using donor management software and databases. Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with donors and colleagues. Strong organizational skills to manage multiple fundraising campaigns simultaneously. Ability to analyze donor data and fundraising metrics to inform strategies. Deploy innovative approaches to developing fundraising campaigns and donor engagement activities. Precision in managing donor information and ensuring accuracy in communications. Ability to address challenges and find effective solutions in fundraising efforts. Flexibility to adjust strategies and approaches based on donor feedback and changing circumstances. Self-motivated and have the ability to work well independently and collaboratively with a team. Demonstrated computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office. Exhibits behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences and the University of Georgia.
Physical Demands	Travel Work nights and weekends as needed Work in a standard office environment. Sit and work at a computer workstation for extended periods of time. Lift and/or move up to 25-30 pounds. Walk, stand, stoop, lift, kneel, climb.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	Yes
Is this a Position of Trust?	Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?	Yes
Does this position require a P-Card?	No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?	No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?	No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)	No
Credit and P-Card policy	Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy	Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Leadership, Portfolio Development and Solicitation

Supervise and provide strategic leadership to the annual giving and alumni relations staff, aligning activity in all portfolios with college priorities.
Develop and manage a portfolio of leadership annual giving prospects and donors
Conduct approximately 6-8 donor visits per month to cultivate, solicit, and steward top tier annual donors with a focus on high-end, multi-year pledges.
Work with major gift team and prospect manager to identify and refer major giving prospects as appropriate.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Development and Execution of Annual Giving Solicitations

Set annual goals and measure/ report progress towards goals in terms of dollars and donors, as well as measuring the success of various annual giving strategies.
Determine strategy and implement a comprehensive multichannel direct marketing plan for college-wide annual giving
Fund raise for restricted and unrestricted needs with a focus on meeting college priorities.
Collaborate with the College Marketing and Communications team to create compelling content and campaigns to raise money for Franklin College through segmented and targeted appeals (direct mail/email/phonation, etc.) tailored to various constituencies (e.g., alumni by department, affinity group, giving level) as well as donor stages (e.g., donor acquisition, retention, and upgrades) through data-informed strategies.
Execute calendar of annual fund activities and events (e.g., Dawg Day of Giving) with associated deadlines and assignments.
Engage student ambassadors, alumni, and campus partners to enhance annual giving efforts.
Work with academic departments and schools within Franklin College to coordinate targeted appeals, mail, email, newsletters, crowd funders, etc. as approved by the Director of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations.
Coordinate and execute annual fundraising efforts with Central Annual Giving's office on central solicitations on Franklin College's behalf.

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