Annual Giving Production & Data Specialist

Job Summary:

Nature of work:

Under general direction of the Lead Strategist of Philanthropic Growth, The Annual Giving Production and Data Specialist position is responsible for the project management of direct response fundraising programs, including direct mail, online efforts, acquisition, retention, cultivation, and telemarketing. In addition, the position is responsible for generating reports, providing data points to help establish data-driven fundraising goals and analysis of data to generate segmentation that will support direct marketing initiatives. This position will work closely with various teams to ensure a cohesive benefactor experience. This position will be part of the Philanthropic Growth program to educate, inspire and partner with patients, alumni and community members who give to CU Anschutz.

Supervision Received: Reports to the Lead Strategist Philanthropic Growth

Supervision Exercised: No direct reports

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management: 50%

• Project management of direct response fundraising programs, including direct mail, online efforts, acquisition, retention, cultivation and telemarketing.
  
  
  
  • Request and manipulate data to provide lists, segments, analysis, and reports to support identified campus objectives and needs
  • Audit giving data and prospect data to ensure accuracy, standardization, and accessibility, including identifying and isolating data anomalies, alerting appropriate staff, and following up to ensure effective resolution.
  • Manage multiple external vendors supporting direct response strategies (direct mail, list services, telemarketing, etc.).
  • Monitor the performance of appeals. Make recommendations and/or modify strategies to improve performance and resource efficiency.
  
  
  
  

Collaboration: 30%

• Collaborate regularly with Communications, Hospital Relations, Benefactor Relations, Alumni Relations, Gift Processing, Data Insights, and Prospect Research to ensure a cohesive benefactor experience.
  
  
  
  • Develop, maintain, and regularly distribute a comprehensive calendar of fundraising marketing solicitations.
  • Partner with campus units to educate on best practices for direct marketing fundraising across CU Anschutz.
  • Provide regular reports on the outcomes of fundraising efforts. Communicate lessons learned, best practices, and industry trends to support the achievement of key performance indicators.
  
  
  
  

Analytics: 20%

• Determine Key Performance Indicators for audience segments with the Lead Strategist for Philanthropic Growth
  
  
  
  • Collaborate closely with business intelligence, analytics, and research efforts to identify segments that will best achieve campus objectives while operating within resource limits.
  • Support data analysis, partnering with internal data analytics teams and participate in benchmarking with other academic medical centers.
  • Pursue data-specific marketing efforts that benefit CU Anschutz, such as integrating new technologies, improving data quality, supporting appeal code policies and procedures, enhancing recurring gift functionality, etc.
  
  
  
  

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 1-3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

Philanthropy brings people together; it's a driving force in accelerating the pace of discovery, attracting and retaining excellent students and faculty, and delivering world-class prevention and care.

At the Office of Advancement at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, we put our passions to work.

We have the privilege to collaborate with people who want to make a difference in the world - people who want to make an impact on humanity that may be felt long after they have passed. Our office exists to ensure stakeholders within and outside the university know, value, and support the important work being done on this academic medical campus.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnically minoritized individuals, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• 2-4 years professional experience in fundraising, development or marketing, that includes experience working in a constituent database and using data to create segmentation

A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional experience fundraising in higher education, nonprofit, or medical setting.
• Experience structuring data for reporting and analyzing for meaning
• Experience leading a program or project from concept and strategy to execution and analysis.
• Experience securing buy-in and support from stakeholders.
• Experience in telephone outreach development efforts, including the use of phone program software

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Direct Marketing/Annual Giving and fundraising efforts within complex organizations.
• Use of Customer Relationship Management tools, such as Salesforce, Blackbaud CRM, or Advance.
• Knowledge of and ability to understand data, data trends, and data analysis to create strategies and make decisions.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure, to manage concurrent tasks and responsibilities, and to deal with changing priorities, while maintaining personal effectiveness.
• Ability to participate effectively within a multi-faceted, geographically-disperse team.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other University Personnel, and the public.
• Ability to complete thorough and accurate research.
• Ability to appropriately apply relevant information to assigned projects.
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office programs (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Shannon Palombi, Shannon.Palombi@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by November 7, 2024. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $85,770 - $90,000.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.