Philanthropy Specialist

Classification Title:

Annual Giving Specialist

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Bachelors degree and one year of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Description:

The Philanthropy Specialist for Annual Giving serves as a Donor Experience Officer (DXO) to drive fundraising success at the University of Florida by executing strategies aimed at engaging donors with a focus on lead generation moves management and pipeline development. Reporting to the Senior Director of Lead Generation & Annual Giving Programs this role is responsible for engaging with prospective donors to build long-term philanthropic relationships that support the mission of the University of Florida and each college unit and department within UF Advancement. The Specialist collaborates closely within development teams and Prospect Strategy & Research to deliver a seamless donor experience ultimately generating referrals of warm leads to a major gift development officers.

Pipeline Development & Lead Generation

• Actively engage with and build relationships with a portfolio of approximately 1000 supporters and prospects.
• Leverage technology including EverTrues cloud platform social media platforms and video conferencing software tools to build rapport steward and solicit donors in a donor-centric targeted high-velocity manner.
• Execute monthly and quarterly touchpoint cadences (averaging 50 outbound touch points per day) across portfolio to ensure consistent and relevant donor communication.
• Meet and exceed clearly defined goals with an emphasis on virtual meetings with prospective donors and number of personalized communications delivered.
• Be fluent in the menu of engagement and philanthropic opportunities across the University (regional alumni events on-campus events mentorship and volunteer opportunities crowdfunding campaigns fundraising priorities) to inform conversations and solicitations.
• Embrace a mile-wide and inch-deep approach to serving as a proactive advisor on resources available to donors across the institution.

Collaboration & Coordination

• Build relationships across the university campus to be able to connect donors with relevant individuals and/or departments when applicable.
• Work closely with assigned units including colleges units and central departments to collect relevant updates for prospect engagement including regional event information celebrations initiatives and specific departmental outreach communications.
• Deploy Annual Giving solicitations for Campaigns and Programs teams when warranted for specific prospects.
• Maintain accurate donor records and pipeline tracking in the CRM system ensuring timely follow-ups reporting and prospect contact reports.

University of Florida
At the University of Florida we are feeding communities healing coastlines exploring space curing diseases powering cities building industries and imagining wonders. As the states most comprehensive university UF is a land sea and space grant institution with ties to every Florida county a top academic medical center and much more. The ideas born here gather steam and make tangible impacts. Florida is among the nations leaders in technology transfer turning discoveries into companies products and jobs. Come join uslets see where we can go together.

Gainesville Florida
Gainesville Florida is a vibrant welcoming city known for its natural beauty rich culture and strong sense of community. As home to the University of Florida and UF Health it is a hub for education healthcare and innovation. With award-winning parks a thriving arts scene and a variety of dining and entertainment options Gainesville offers something for everyone.

Ranked the #1 city to move to in Florida by USA Today in 2024 Gainesville combines small-town charm with big-city amenitiesmaking it a great place to live work and thrive. Visit the citys website for community information.

Expected Salary:

$50000- $55000 annually commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Exceptional Benefits We Offer:

• Affordable State Health Plans: Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
• Comprehensive Coverage: Life and Disability Insurance
• Secure Retirement Options: Generous plans to safeguard your future
• Paid Time Off: Including 11 paid holidays as well as family sick and vacation leave
• Professional and Personal Growth: Opportunities through
• UF Training & Organization Development leadership development LinkedIn learning and more
• Tuition Assistance: Benefit from the UF Employee Education Program
• PSLF Eligibility: We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible Employer

The University of Florida offers a competitive benefits package. Clickhereto learn more.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelors degree and one year of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Valid FL drivers license.

Preferred:

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Bachelors degree in nonprofit management communications marketing public relations business or a related field.
• At least 1-3 years of experience in donor relations fundraising development call center sales or customer experience.
• Strong understanding of annual giving in philanthropy.
• Proven skills in project management time management and organization.
• Ability to integrate both quantitative and qualitative data into decision-making processes.
• Demonstrated success building and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders as well as strong leadership motivational and influencing abilities.
• High level of accuracy attention to detail and a customer service-oriented approach.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills strong interpersonal abilities and the capacity to engage effectively and collaboratively with a wide range of individuals are essential.
• Proficient in the following areas: Windows operating systems Microsoft Word Excel and Access as well as internet browsers and email platforms. Familiarity with donor databases CRM systems (e.g. Raisers Edge Salesforce) and tracking systems is also highly preferred.
• The ability and willingness to travel. A valid drivers license and good driving record are essential.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered you must upload your cover letter resume and three references.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This one posting will fill three positions.

Health Assessment Required: No

Required Experience:

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