Director of Annual Giving

About FIU

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary

Develops, executes, and manages a comprehensive Annual Giving Department Artificial Virtual Engagement Officer program and annual operational plan as part of the division's campaign planning process for the long-term expansion of the current donor pool and donations from alumni, parents, and individuals. Oversees the AI-enabled program that identifies prospects and retains and upgrades donors by employing data-driven methodologies and techniques to help ensure that technology is scalable, provides personalized outreach, and integrates effectively with existing fundraising efforts. Focuses on effective communication and solicitation activities within specific market segments identified as having the greatest growth potential. Manages a portfolio of annual giving prospects and donors. Documents contact and prospect moves, tracks progress using Raiser's Edge, and adheres to University Advancement prospect management guidelines and protocol. Executes and manages a comprehensive annual giving solicitation and outreach schedule encompassing multiple channels, phone, in-person, direct mail, digital, and social across multiple campaigns. Reviews and approves related annual giving communications, including direct mail appeals, brochures, postcards, email communications, and form letter acknowledgments. Collaborates and communicates effectively with advancement communications, university communications, advancement services, alumni relations, and academic units to conceptualize and maintain a strong annual fund brand and message, ensure campaign consistency, and support data-informed decision-making. Serves as a liaison with leadership and volunteer groups supporting the University's annual giving goals, ensuring alignment between AI-enabled engagement strategies and broader institutional fundraising priorities. Produces and evaluates reports related to annual giving campaigns and AI-enabled programs. Assists with the preparation of annual budgets and program projects, strategic planning, and goal planning evaluation. Monitors budgets against articulated goals and objectives throughout the year. Performs other related duties as assigned or as directed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and eight (8) years of experience with four (4) years directing and managing all aspects of various Annual Giving programs. Supervises/manages subordinate staff. Manages Annual Giving programs university-wide.

Desired Qualifications

• Fundraising or similar experience in higher education or other comparable organization, or the equivalent professional experience in sales, marketing, training, or public relations.
• Experience with cold calling and one-on-one personal fundraising solicitations.
• Possess an understanding and working knowledge of Raiser's Edge or a relational database system.

Job Category

Administrative

Advertised Salary

N/A

Work Schedule

• Begin time: 8:30 AM
• End time: 5:00 PM

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Expanded Background Check

How To Apply

• Current Employee: Log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply.
• Prospective Employee: Create a registered account and attach electronic copies of your resume/curriculum vitae, cover letter, or any other documents within the application process.

Other Information

• Must attend meetings off campus and occasionally attend functions on weekends and evenings.
• Ability to travel locally and nationally.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.