The Cal Alumni Association (CAA) is a mid-sized, dynamic, and multifaceted nonprofit organization committed to providing programs and services that keep Cal alumni of all ages and interests connected to UC Berkeley and to each other. Our programs include an award-winning magazine, scholarships, alumni career services, events, family camp, travel, and more.

The Director, Annual Giving is responsible for cultivating and growing annual giving for the Cal Alumni Association, building our base of donors, and increasing their level of financial support. The Director will  lead a year-round, comprehensive cultivation and solicitation program. The ideal candidate is a skilled manager, communicator, and leader who is passionate about our mission, and will represent CAA with professionalism and integrity.  This person will bring proven experience in fundraising, stewarding and retaining donors, and managing donor communications, events, and appeals.

This position reports to the Executive Director.

Responsibilities

• Leads the development and implementation of fundraising strategies and initiatives to meet or exceed assigned fundraising and net revenue goals.
• Oversees the donor stewardship plan designed to retain donors and create engaging relationships.
• Leads and manages the production of direct mail, telemarketing, and e-solicitation campaigns to acquire, reactivate and retain donors.
• Develop and manage the Annual Giving budget.
• Manages and evaluates vendors.
• In collaboration with the CAA Marketing department, develop annual giving marketing materials, including brochures, case statements, and other collateral materials.
• Research and incorporate annual fund best practices.
• Execute complex, multi-channel annual giving communications program.
• Own all annual giving data processes for direct mail, email, and telemarketing.
• Track and report on CAA’s leadership giving donor society activity and execute acknowledgment outreach.
• Evaluate, analyze and report on the progress toward goals, effectiveness of fundraising strategies, appeals, and programs, and making and implementing strategic and operational recommendations.
• Attend and assist in developing and executing Department and CAA events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in business, communications, public relations, or related field.
• Three to five years of progressive leadership and fundraising experience, with knowledge of annual fundraising campaigns and gift processing.
• Proven track record of planning and initiating successful fundraising strategies.
• Solid supervisory, organizational, administrative, and project management skills including the ability to create and implement a program plan, and develop and manage a budget with net revenue responsibility.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience developing fundraising marketing collateral and messaging for campaigns with the ability to write on-brand, engaging content, and ensure brand consistency; strong editing and proofreading skills.
• Ability to plan, execute, and measure the impact of appeals and programs.
• Ability to manage and evaluate external vendors.
• Ability to work with confidential and sensitive information, with strong attention to detail.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google applications;
• Experience in managing databases and using fundraising software; ability to learn and use complex databases.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends in addition to work schedule.
• Must submit to Consumer and Motor Vehicle reports, and FBI/DOJ fingerprint background investigations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification, degree, or similar qualification in fundraising
• Experience coordinating and implementing donor attended events
• Familiarity with CADS (Cal Advancement Data System)
• Familiarity with the University of California system, and the Berkeley campus.

Salary and Benefits

This position is classified as an at-will, full-time, exempt position with a pay range of $80,000-$100,000 annualized. This position is located in Berkeley, CA.

This job is eligible to participate in healthcare benefits, a retirement plan with company match, and generous vacation and holiday time-off. CAA staff, while not University of California employees, are also eligible for many UCB staff programs and discounts on campus. We have a friendly, relaxed but professional environment, and we pride ourselves on our team approach. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

The Cal Alumni Association seeks candidates whose previous experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and inclusion. We are also looking for applicants who demonstrate an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.

To Apply

Submit your cover letter and resume to recruiting@alumni.berkeley.edu with “Director, Annual Giving” in the subject line. Attachments must be in either MS Word or PDF format. This position will remain open until filled, however, we encourage you to submit your materials for consideration by Monday, January 20, 2025. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Deadline to Apply

Monday, January 20, 2025.

Our Operating Principles

We are especially interested in hiring a candidate who will commit to building a workplace that:

• Fosters personal accountability and empowerment
• Inspires personal integrity and a commitment to ethical standards
• Builds trust and mutual respect
• Fosters effective communication
• Conducts work that is inspirational, innovative, forward-thinking and adaptable
• Reinforces teamwork
• Offers constructive feedback and coaching
• Shares a common commitment to vision/goals
• Nurtures a positive outlook
• Affirms diversity
• Allows for an aesthetic, healthy and accommodating physical workspace.

Benefits

For Our Full-time Employees:

CAA offers an excellent health care and supplemental benefits packages, 403(b), a generous paid time-off benefit, and more. We have a friendly, relaxed but professional environment, and we pride ourselves on our team approach.

Health Care Benefits:

• CAA employees are required to contribute 10% of their total medical premium for the employee and 20% for any eligible dependents.
• CAA pays 100% of the premiums for Dental and Vision benefits for the employee and any eligible dependents.

Paid Time Off Benefits:

• Vacation: 16 days/year for first 2 years of service, 18 days/year after completing 2 years of service, 21 days/year after completing 5 years of service.
• Sick time: 12 days/year
• Holidays: 11 total per year
• Paid time off between Dec 26 and Dec 31
• Birthday Holiday: 1 Day off

Professional Development:

• As affiliates to UC Berkeley, CAA employees are eligible to participate in many of the on-campus professional development workshops, seminars and professional networks available to UCB employees. Please note that this does not include undergraduate or graduate courses offered to students.
• CAA has a partnership with UC Berkeley Extension that offers our employees a discount on enrollment fees.

Financial Benefits:

• 403(b) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Supplemental Insurance with 100% of premiums paid by CAA:
  • Life Insurance
  • AD&D Insurance
  • LTD Insurance
• Option to purchase supplemental insurance plans from AFLAC

Commuting and Parking:

• If you’re a commuter, consider taking advantage our pre-tax public transit commuter benefit. You can load your Clipper Card or pay public transit fare with pre-tax dollars.
• Cal Bear Pass: Take advantage of UCB’s partnership with AC Transit. The partnership offers a cost savings of up to 70% off the standard monthly bus pass rate! CAA employees are eligible to purchase an AC transit pass at the faculty/staff discount rate with pre-tax payroll deductions.
• UCB Campus Parking Permit: As affiliates to UCB, our CAA employees are eligible to purchase a campus parking permit at the faculty/staff discount rate with pre-tax payroll deductions.

Access to Campus Programs and Discounts:

• Eligible to join the Recreational Sports Facility (RSF) at the Faculty/Staff discount rate
• Special campus events
• Free admission to the University Art Museum
• Discount tickets for Cal Performances, Pacific Film Archive, and Hertz Hall
• AirBears: wireless internet access on campus