Description

Job Summary:

Join a mission-driven advancement team shaping the future of philanthropy at Point Loma Nazarene University. As the Director of Annual Giving, you’ll design and lead strategies that inspire generosity, deepen alumni and community engagement, and grow a strong base of annual support for the university’s vision and values. This role blends creativity, analytics, and relationship-building to make a lasting impact.

Salary: 
Pay range $78,000 - $90,000
Actual salary offered is determined by the candidate’s experience, education, skills, and other factors, including internal equity and university funding resources.
 
Internal Classification: Career Track - Professional, Job Level - 4 

Job Status:

Full time

What We’re Looking For

Strategic thinker who thrives on developing data-informed fundraising plans.
Experienced leader with a record of driving donor acquisition and retention.
Creative storyteller skilled in multi-channel campaign execution.
Collaborative partner who builds bridges across departments and teams.
Confident communicator comfortable engaging diverse audiences.
Analytical mind capable of interpreting donor data to shape strategy.
Organized project manager able to juggle multiple campaigns and deadlines.
Mentor who motivates and develops others toward shared goals.
Innovative professional who embraces new tools and trends in fundraising.
Passionate advocate for PLNU’s mission and community values.
 

What You’ll Be Doing

Lead the strategic vision and implementation of a multi-year annual giving plan.
Manage integrated campaigns across mail, digital, social, phone, and events.
Drive participation in signature initiatives such as Green4Gold and year-end appeals.
Oversee donor segmentation, communication, and data analysis using Raiser’s Edge.
Collaborate with Marketing to deliver compelling, mission-aligned fundraising materials.
Supervise and mentor the Leadership Gift Officer to strengthen mid-level giving.
Partner with Stewardship and Major Gifts teams to enhance donor pipelines.
Report on campaign performance, insights, and return on investment.
Foster student and alumni engagement in giving initiatives across campus.
Represent Advancement at key university events and community activities.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:  

Supervise employee (1), provide strategic and operational guidance, develop staff and make hire, termination, promotion, and merit recommendations.

Requirements

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:  

Minimal - moderate travel required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sitting for periods greater than one hour.
Use of computer equipment: computer keyboard, mouse, and monitor.
Vision to read documents, e-mail and other correspondence, and reports on paper and computer monitor.
Ability to communicate effectively with others in person and by phone.
Will also stand, stoop, push, pull, and lift up to 10 lbs throughout the day.
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