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    Assistant/Associate Director of Athletics Fundraising - Waterville, United States - Colby College

    Colby College
    Colby College Waterville, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Department:
    Advancement Athletics Fundraising


    Pay Rate Type:
    Salary


    Employee Type:

    Job Summary:


    Over the past seven years, outreach efforts to communicate the value and impact of a Colby education have resulted in more than doubling the number of students seeking admission to Colby and setting several institutional records for funds raised.

    Major initiatives made possible through Colby's campaign, Dare Northward, are enriching the student experience and positioning Colby's home city, Waterville, as a destination for the arts and culture.


    Propelled by visionary leadership, a compelling array of initiatives, and record fundraising in fiscal year 2017, Colby launched the largest fundraising campaign ever at a liberal arts college-$750 million-in October 2017 and extended the campaign to $1 billion in November of 2023.

    With the success of the Dare Northward campaign, the College will be known for a distinctive set of multidisciplinary academic offerings; an even more cohesive and accessible institutional culture for students from all backgrounds; the foremost art and athletic facilities in the educational sector; a welcoming, thriving, and dynamic surrounding community; increased global connections and resulting perspectives; the richest set of universal student experiences to enhance the Colby academic program; and the capacity to support the postgraduate success of every one of their students.


    Thus far, more than 26,500 alumni and friends have made donations in support of initiatives such as the downtown Waterville revitalization, academic partnerships, financial aid, and global experiences and internships-collectively raising more than $820 million to date toward the Dare Northward campaign.

    Colby now ranks as a national leader among the nation's colleges and universities in alumni giving participation. To learn about the Colby Dare Northward campaign, visit


    Current use giving through the Colby Fund supports critical areas of the College including athletics and recreation and raises $10M+ annually.

    The assistant/associate director of engagement will lead an annual fundraising plan, including appeals, content generation, volunteer mobilization, and direct solicitation of donors.

    The primary area of focus for this role will be Athletics, but has the potential to include work with other affinity groups and class-based cohorts.

    The assistant/associate director will collaborate with partners across the Division of College Advancement and the Department of Athletics to recruit and cultivate active volunteers to ensure that the Friends of Athletics funds meet financial targets of $2M+ annually and to increase athletics engagement.

    The successful candidate will work closely with 32 varsity programs, club sports, and recreation services to plan and execute creative strategies and overall operations centered around sources of athletics gifts specific to current-use funding.

    We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the diversity of our College, including its cultural and ethnic diversity.


    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


    In partnership with the Director of Athletic Fundraising and other Advancement collaborators, develop and oversee the execution of an engagement strategy for assigned cohorts, which will include Athletics.

    This engagement strategy will include events, communications, volunteer management, and assisting with participation-level giving efforts across all athletics programs

    Develop and execute, often in partnership with the Director of Annual Giving, Advancement Marketing and Communications and Athletics Communications teams, cohort based communications for athletics such as emails, direct mail appeals, social media, event materials, and updates to content on the Advancement and Athletics website, etc.

    Work with the Department of Athletics staff and coaches to develop fiscal year engagement and fundraising goals for varsity teams, club sports, and recreation services
    Partner with divisional colleagues and Department of Athletics designated liaisons to mobilize coaches and volunteers to meet fundraising goals
    Oversee volunteer boards for select varsity and club sport affinity groups
    Identify, build connections with, and steward alumni and families in support of athletics
    Articulate the importance of unrestricted annual gifts to Colby's success in verbal and written communications
    Develop and execute strategy and content for Friends of Athletics during mass annual giving micro-campaigns including a dedicated athletics fundraising challenge
    Routinely gather and analyze data in order to assess program and communications effectiveness at increasing family engagement and commitment
    Share athletics and recreation updates, milestone anniversaries, and current use fundraising needs with divisional colleagues to advance athletics fundraising efforts
    Serve as a visible and accessible representative of athletics engagement by attending athletics contests and events regularly
    Develop supportive partnerships with staff and faculty across campus, including the Campus Events, Facilities, Office of Admissions and Financial Aid, DavisConnects Career Center, Department of Athletics, and Office of Campus Life; enhance opportunities for families to advance the goals and aspirations of these departments and the students they serve
    Perform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice


    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Bachelor's degree or the equivalent in education and experience
    Minimum of 2 years of fundraising/communications experience; athletics annual giving/fund management and/or non-profit annual giving experience highly preferred
    Experience with email marketing tools, database management, and microsoft office suite required. Experience with GiveCampus and Blackbaud technology preferred
    Flexibility, excellent attention to detail, initiative, and a results-driven philosophy with the ability to problem-solve
    Highly motivated, disciplined work ethic, a competitive drive, an entrepreneurial spirit, a creative approach, a positive attitude, and a proven ability to work within diverse teams
    Excellent organizational skills including experience independently overseeing and executing complex projects and programs in a timely manner
    Strong written and oral communication skills required including the ability to write in multiple styles/voices and proactively edit as necessary
    Appreciation of Colby's mission and the ability to effectively communicate it to constituencies
    Discretion and good judgment with confidential information
    Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a diverse community and make an impact in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment
    Willingness and ability to work outside normal working hours
    Must be willing to travel; valid driver's license required and must meet the College's Fleet Safety Policy requirements


    KEY RELATIONSHIPS:


    Reporting to the director of athletic fundraising, the assistant/associate director will have significant interaction with the entire Division of College Advancement; the Department of Athletics, including the vice president and Harold Alfond Director of Athletics and coaching staff; senior leadership of the College; Office of Communications, as well as alumni, parents, and friends of the College.

    WORKING CONDITIONS/


    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
    General open office and campus environment. Position involves sitting, although frequent movement is necessary. Computer usage involving repetitive hand/wrist motion is also necessary. Ability to move around campus and interact with faculty, staff, students, alumni and external constituencies regularly is crucial. Travel and work outside of normal business hours are required.


    TO APPLY:
    Interested candidates should apply electronically by clicking the "Apply" button on the Colby Careers website. Please submit a letter of interest including salary requirements, resume, and the contact information of three professional references.

    A review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.


    Colby is a private, coeducational liberal arts college that admits students and makes employment decisions on the basis of the individual's qualifications to contribute to Colby's educational objectives and institutional needs.

    Colby College does not discriminate in its educational programs or employment on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, or military or veteran's status.

    Colby is an equal opportunity employer and operates in accordance with federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination.

    Colby complies with Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in an institution's education programs and activities.

    Questions regarding Title IX may be referred to Colby's Title IX coordinator or to the federal Office of Civil Rights.

    We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the diversity of our College, including its cultural and ethnic diversity.

    For more information about the College, please visit our website:
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