Position Details
Position Information
| Requisition Number |
S4174P |
| Home Org Name |
Central Philanthropy |
| Division Name |
Senior VP, Advancement |
| Position Title |
Senior Director, Advancement Campaign and Principal Gift Operations |
| Job Class Code |
OA74 |
| Appointment Status |
Full-time |
| Part-time FTE |
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| Limited Term |
No |
| Limited Term Length |
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| Job Summary |
Auburn Advancement
is excited to begin the search for a Senior Director of Advancement Campaign and Principal Gift Operations to join our philanthropy team! In this position, you will oversee the strategy, execution, and success of our comprehensive fundraising campaigns and principal gift operations.
What You'll Do:
Operational Excellence: Manages campaign timelines. Committees, and events to ensure seamless execution and exceptional donor experiences. Analyze campaign performance, provide actionable insights, and adapt strategies to consistently exceed targets.
Collaborating Engagement: Build and nurture strong partnerships across university leadership, faculty, and volunteers to unify efforts and achieve campaign goals.
Strategic Leadership: Oversee the design and execution of a multi-year comprehensive fundraising campaign that aligns with Auburn's strategic vision. Partner with senior leaders across Advancement and the University to establish and refine long-term campaign strategies.
Champion Philanthropy: You'll drive the strategic alignment of campaign priorities in partnership with Advancement leadership, ensuring every gift contributes to meaningful, long-term impact. Fostering trust and engagement with donors by delivering personalized, high-level stewardship that celebrates their commitment to Auburn's future.
Why You'll Love It Here:
Impactful Work: Your efforts will directly contribute to the growth and success of Auburn University and its priorities.
Collaborative Environment: Join a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to making a difference.
Purpose Driven Work: Align your passion and fulfillment to your work, where you're trusted to reach your full potential and achieve your pinnacle career experience.
Culture by Design: Thrive in a culture that champions respect, accountability, and professional development.
Now is the perfect time to join Auburn Advancement, a dynamic team encompassing Operations and Strategy, Culture and Talent, Engagement, Philanthropy, and Communications. Under the visionary leadership of Senior Vice President Rob Wellbaum - a seasoned and respected advancement professional - our organization is set to revolutionize the future of Advancement. |
| Essential Functions |
Purpose:
- Collaborate with Advancement Senior Leadership and university leaders to refine and implement long-term campaign strategies aligned with Auburns Grounded and Groundbreaking strategic plan.
- Manage principal gift operations, including high-level prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors capable of transformative contributions.
Collaboration:
- Partner with deans, faculty, volunteers, and frontline fundraising teams to align campaign objectives across university departments.
- Collaborate with the Associate Vice President of Philanthropy and Senior Vice President of Advancement to manage campaign planning and volunteer leadership activities.
- Work with Advancement Events and other teams to orchestrate impactful campaign events and meetings.
Innovation:
- Partner with internal stakeholders to develop dynamic campaign messaging and donor collateral that inspires action.
- Design creative, individualized engagement and solicitation strategies for principal gift donors in partnership with the Advancement team.
- Proactively assess changes in donor privacy, tax, and non-profit regulations to ensure Auburn's operations stay ahead of trends and legal updates.
Production:
- Achieve campaign and fundraising goals by analyzing metrics, updating leadership on progress, and adapting strategies to stay ahead of the curve.
- Oversee campaign timelines, committee coordination, and detailed execution of Auburn's comprehensive fundraising campaign.
This role requires frequent travel
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Minimum Qualifications
| Minimum Qualifications |
- Bachelor's degree
- 10 years of experience in Advancement, with a focus on fundraising, campaign planning and/or principal gifts
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Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
| Minimum Skills and Abilities |
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| Minimum Technology Skills |
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| Minimum License and Certifications |
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Posting Detail Information
| Salary Range |
$105,060 - $199,610 |
| Job Category |
Auburn Advancement |
| Working Hours if Non-Traditional |
Monday - Friday: 7:45am - 4:45pm - may occasionally work nights and weekends. |
| City position is located in: |
Auburn |
| State position is located: |
Alabama |
| List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position |
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| Posting Date |
01/08/2025 |
| Closing Date |
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| EEO Statement |
AUBURN
UNIVERSITY IS AN
AFFIRMATIVE
ACTION/
EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/
EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their
website to learn more. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Quick Link for Internal Postings |
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/50504 |
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Auburn
$105,060 - $199,610
Jan 08, 2025