Assistant Director of Digital Engagement

Department will be filling up to 2 positions.

About the role

The Assistant Director of Digital Engagement supports the University’s annual giving efforts by planning and executing digital-first outreach that engages alumni and donors and advances philanthropic support for the institution’s mission and long-term growth. This role manages a large portfolio of annual giving-level prospects and uses a variety of communication channels to acquire, renew, retain, and upgrade donors at the annual fund level, while reinforcing strong stewardship, recognition, and impact messaging.

Working within clearly defined processes and under close supervision, the Assistant Director independently handles day-to-day outreach and problem-solving, analyzes data to inform engagement strategies, and ensures accurate donor information and timely thank-you touchpoints. Through collaboration with peers and the use of compelling storytelling content, this position helps cultivate meaningful donor relationships and ensures the University has the resources necessary to support its priorities and future success.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute digital-first outreach to engage alumni and donors.
• Manage a large portfolio of annual giving-level prospects.
• Use various communication channels to acquire, renew, retain, and upgrade donors at the annual fund level.
• Reinforce stewardship, recognition, and impact messaging.
• Handle day-to-day outreach and problem-solving independently.
• Analyze data to inform engagement strategies.
• Ensure accurate donor information and timely thank-you touchpoints.
• Collaborate with peers to cultivate meaningful donor relationships through compelling storytelling content.

Pay

Target hiring range for this role is $43,888 to $51,377.

Schedule

• Athens-based – hybrid schedule available with supervisor approval.
• 40-hour work week (Monday to Friday) with some evenings possible.
• Occasional travel to conferences or university events possible.