Siena University · 9 hours ago
Assistant Vice President for Campaign Operations - Siena University
Loudonville, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$130K/yr - $130K/yr
10+ years expSiena College is a Franciscan and Catholic institution seeking an Assistant Vice President for Campaign Operations to enhance their fundraising efforts. The role involves overseeing a team and ensuring the necessary infrastructure for donor stewardship and campaign operations is in place to support comprehensive fundraising goals.
ArtEducationHigher Education
Responsibilities
Strategic oversight and coordination of the functions of Development Operations, including Research, Stewardship and Development data services
Expand the capacity of stewardship programs to deepen the engagement of donors in support of the University. Manage a priority stewardship program for top prospects and leadership donors; oversee stewardship program for St. Francis Society and President's Circle program
Manage the Development office's campaign reporting and analysis needs, including developing campaign reports, budgets, processes and analysis that will provide consistent and concise campaign data for constituents, including the Board of Trustees and President of the University
Research and implement applicable fundraising campaign software tools and/or database enhancements as necessary to support a comprehensive campaign. Collaborate to support the process and integration of a new CRM
In partnership with the Finance Office, create a structure and plan for internal stewardship of funds allocated to programs managed by faculty and administrators
Strengthen the focus and capacity of the donor research program to provide analysis and data to support campaign outreach, solicitations and strategies. Provide oversight and strategic guidance on building a Prospect Management system
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Minimum of 10 years experience with progressive responsibilities in leadership and management of teams in Development data management, stewardship programs and constituent research programs
Leadership experience in large-scale fundraising campaigns, including strategic planning and major gift cycles, and strategic leadership of the Operations function within higher education or other non-profit organizations
Experience working with fundraising technologies and data analytics
Experience in oversight of policies and procedures related to campaign gift receipt and acknowledgement processes and data management in a campaign
Strong project management skills, data analytics, leadership, and deep knowledge of campaign best practices
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience managing budgets and allocating resources to core functions of the Development team during a multi-year comprehensive campaign
Proven ability to analyze current systems and make enhancements to increase efficiencies
Candidates should be detail-oriented and possess strong professional judgement in donor relations
Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and insurability at the time of appointment and must maintain such license and insurability throughout the tenure of employment
Preferred
Masters degree preferred
Extensive experience with Banner/Ellucian database or similar fundraising CRM software products preferred
Benefits
Retirement plan contribution equal to 10% of compensation (as defined under the plan) after meeting the plan's eligibility requirements
Tuition reimbursement and exchange opportunities for eligible employees, spouses, and dependents
Health, dental and vision insurance
Eligible University employees enjoy a work schedule that includes half-day Fridays in the summer and an expansive holiday schedule, including up to two weeks off during winter break.
Other perks currently include complimentary breakfast Thursdays in the dining hall, access to University community lectures and productions, complimentary University gym and library memberships, discounted and complimentary tickets to Siena Division I sporting events, and more.
Opportunities for remote work may be available as well.
Company
Siena University
Siena University is a learning community advancing the ideals of a liberal arts education, rooted in its identity as a Franciscan and Catholic college.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$35.08M2021-12-14Grant· $35M
2013-09-04Grant· $0.07M
Leadership Team
Elizabeth Byrnes
Active Minds Club Founder and President
Gregory Gebbia, OFM
Director of Enrollment Management Strategic Partnerships
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