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A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 22,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. The University has earned national recognition for innovation, commitment to high-quality, affordable education, and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the third fastest-growing public research university, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education. For more information on Rowan University, click here

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Associate Director of Annual Giving *University Advancement Internal Applicants Only*

Apply now Job no: 500520
Work type: Regular Full-Time
Location: Glassboro, New Jersey
Categories: Managerial, Professional

Rowan University—Division of University Advancement

 

*Please Note: This posting is for internal applicants within the University Advancement Division at Rowan university only*

 

Position:

Associate Director of Annual Giving

Department:

University Advancement

Position Summary:

Rowan University is seeking a dynamic self-starter for the fundraising position of Associate Director of Annual Giving. Under the direction of the Director of Annual Giving, the Associate Director will be responsible for the management and execution of annual giving initiatives for Rowan-Virtua Health College of Medicine & Life Sciences, Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, Schreiber School of Veterinary Medicine. The selected candidate will play an integral role in the institution’s comprehensive fundraising campaign, supporting the entire Annual Giving program. This includes executing Rowan University’s annual Day of Giving, the Employee Charitable Giving program, White Coat Notes, and Senior/Graduating Class Gift, among other Annual Giving initiatives.

Responsibilities:

  • Have experience in annual giving, focusing on writing and executing direct mail, email, and digital solicitations.
  • Will demonstrate initiative, attention to detail, and excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Be primarily responsible for managing all aspects of annual giving solicitation for Rowan-Virtua Health College of Medicine & Life Sciences, Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, Schreiber School of Veterinary Medicine.
  • Be a problem-solver who can adapt the annual plan as needed with continual evaluation and progress to goal.
  • Employ a variety of solicitation methods to achieve results, including but not limited to, engagement center communications, direct mail and email campaigns, and social media initiatives.
  • Lead student crowdfunding initiatives and incorporate those campaigns into annual giving schedule.
  • In partnership with University Advancement colleagues, maintain annual giving stewardship initiatives and engagement opportunities.
  • Assist with coordinating other fundraising activities and special projects as assigned by the Director of Annual Giving, including Day of Giving.
  • Adapt duties to best fit the needs of an evolving division.

 

Qualifications:

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
  • At least 5 years of successful professional and/or fundraising-related experience, preferably in a nonprofit or university environment OR any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills and experience managing relationships with volunteers, vendors, and/or cross-functional teams.
  • Goal-oriented self-starter with the ability to organize and prioritize tasks.
  • Knowledge of fundraising principles and best practices in solicitation communications.
  •  Ability to monitor progress, analyze results and work toward goals within deadlines.
  • Ability to manage confidential information with tact and professionalism.
  •  Experience with fundraising platforms. (Anthology Encompass, RNL ScaleFunder, ThankView a plus).
  • Ability to work with all levels of the University community, including senior administrators, deans, board members and other volunteers, faculty, and students.
  • Willingness and flexibility in work schedule as this role will include nights and weekends for division-owned events.

 Note: Evening and weekend work are sometimes required. This is currently a “hybrid-remote” position that balances weekly in-office and remote work. Determinations regarding this position’s potential flexible work options will be considered in adherence to applicable policies and subject to approval by Human Resources.

 

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

Rowan University promotes a diverse community that begins with students, faculty, staff, and administrators who respect each other and value one another’s inherent dignity. By identifying and removing barriers and fostering individual potential, Rowan cultivates a community in which all members can learn and grow. The Rowan community is committed to a safe environment that encourages intellectual, academic, and social interaction and engagement across multiple intersections of identities. At Rowan, creating and maintaining a caring community that embraces diversity in its broadest sense is among the highest institutional priorities. On the University Advancement team and throughout the University, we believe every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to: understand and engage with the world; identify challenges; and discover, design, and deliver solutions.

 

Salary:

Rowan University offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.

 

General Info:

Rowan University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.

Contact:

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter highlighting related education and experience, a resume, and the names and contact information for at least three (3) references. Please include two or more samples of solicitations you have written for either direct mail or email.

 

*Please Note: This posting is for internal applicants within the University Advancement Division at Rowan university only*

 

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About Rowan University

A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 22,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. Rowan University is home to eight colleges and nine schools. For more information on these colleges, please click here.

Now celebrating its Centennial, Rowan focuses on practical research at the intersection of engineering, medicine, science, and business while ensuring excellence in undergraduate education. The University has earned national recognition for innovation, commitment to high-quality and affordable education, and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the fourth fastest-growing public research university, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education.

 

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Residency Requirements

Rowan University is subject to the residency requirements of the NJ First Act (N.J.S.A. 52:14-7, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any person hired to a non-exempt position shall either have their principal residence in New Jersey or have one (1) year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Any person hired to an exempt position shall either have their principal residence in New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, or New York or have ninety (90) days from the date of employment to establish, then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, or New York.

Non-Discrimation at Rowan University

Rowan University is committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, (dis)ability status, military status, and other NJ protected classes. Rowan University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment as required by Title IX. Rowan is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with (dis)abilities.

To request reasonable accommodation, contact Christy Mroz, Administrative Assistant, OEE@rowan.edu, 856-256-5494. Rowan strongly encourages applicants from underrepresented groups to apply. 

Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and supporting regulations, Rowan does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education programs or activities that it operates; this extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its supporting regulations may be directed to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, or to the University’s Title IX Coordinator, Office of Student Equity & Compliance, Rowan University, Hawthorne Hall, Suite 312, 201 Mullica Hill Rd, Glassboro, NJ 08028, titleIXcoordinator@rowan.edu, 856-256-5440.

For information on the Title IX Sexual Harassment/Sexual Assault policy and grievance procedures, please click here. 

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

Rowan is committed in assisting all members of our University community in providing for their safety and security.

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available on the Rowan University Police Department (RUPD), Clery Act webpage here. 

The report contains information regarding campus security and personal safety including topics such as crime prevention, RUPD authority/jurisdiction, crime reporting policies, fire safety, disciplinary procedures and other matters of importance related to security on all our campuses. The report also contains information about fire statistics in Rowan University on-campus student housing facilities and crime statistics for the three previous calendar years, including reported crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. This information is required by federal law, Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act or the "Clery Act" and is provided by the Rowan University Police Department.

 If you would like to receive a hard copy of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains this information, you can stop by the RUPD Office, located at Bole Hall Annex, 201 Mullica Hill Road, Glassboro, NJ 08028 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (856) 256-4562 or email: cleryact@rowan.edu.