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Native Americans in Philanthropy is dedicated to increasing and nurturing Indigenous representation in the philanthropic sector. With that in mind, the opportunities on our Job Board fit one of the following criteria:    

  1. The position is within a philanthropic or nonprofit organization 
  2. The position itself is philanthropic in nature and/or focuses on roles essential to or valued by the philanthropic sector i.e. fundraising, grantmaking, gift processing or development, donor relations, nonprofit management and/or administration, social justice, equity, conservation, etc.  

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Leadership Annual Giving Officer

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Fundraising/Development Full Time

Job Details

Leadership Annual Giving Officer Position #: 01001601 Hiring Range:  $60,700-$64,000 Closing Date: 09/27/22

Position Summary         

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Annual Giving, the Leadership Annual Giving Officer will serve as an annual giving frontline fundraiser, with a specific focus on digital fundraising. The Leadership Annual Giving Officer will work closely with the Executive Director and schools and units to develop a strategic roadmap and appropriate annual and long-term fundraising goals. The Leadership Annual Giving Officer will also have direct responsibility for maintaining and managing a personal portfolio with a mandate to identify, cultivate, and solicit annual fund gifts.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements          

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent) with three years or greater of related professional experience; for candidates demonstrating comparable professional backgrounds, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and five years or greater of relevant experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience   

3+ years of demonstrated successful annual giving or transferrable experience required. Ability to develop trust and strong collaborative working relationships. Experience nurturing and motivating development professionals in order to foster professional growth and exceed organizational goals. An employment history highlighted by increasing levels of responsibility and a demonstrated ability to exercise sensitivity and good judgment in dealing with staff and the public. Superb interpersonal relationship skills. Exceptional written and oral communications skills.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience   

Ability to interact effectively in a comprehensive research university setting. Familiarity with the University’s academic and administrative offices and their functions; knowledge of and ability to tap resources within the University community.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit 

University Development’s purpose is to support the mission of the university by raising private resources to enhance financial support for students, faculty, programs and facilities. University Development provides leadership and centralized services to all development offices throughout the University, serving as a focal point for annual giving, application development and IT support; campaign management; constituent programs; corporate and foundation relations; donor relations; gift planning; gift services; industry relations; marketing/communications; parents giving; principal gifts; prospect management, research and analytics; regional programs; scholarships and student aid; talent management; university events; and volunteer engagement. Carolina Development is proud of its donor-centered philosophy, pursuing activities that always respect the interests and intentions of the donor as well as the University. The organization’s collaborative nature is a critical component to fulfilling our mission of raising private funds to benefit the university.

Application Types Accepted

Applications must be received in the Department of Human Resources by the closing date of 09/27/2022 to be considered. Please submit an online application for vacancy # 01001601 at https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/search or https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/238622

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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