Associate Director of Annual Giving and Donor Engagement
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Overview Title : Associate Director Annual Giving and Donor Engagement
FLSA : Exempt
Hours : Full-time - 40 hours per week
Salary Range : $73,000 - $90,000
Position Summary :
The Associate Director Annual Giving and Donor Engagement leads revenue-generating events and donor stewardship initiatives that form the foundation of our comprehensive fundraising program. This role is primarily focused on event management (60% of responsibilities) while maintaining a portfolio of annual donors and supporting strategic partnership development. The position reports to the Director of Major and Planned Gifts.
About The Woodlands :
Since 1998, The Woodlands has been enriching the lives of children and adults with disabilities and chronic illness by providing a barrier-free environment, innovative programs and activities, and an impassioned, nurturing staff. With a 52-acre campus complete with nature trail, a fully accessible Aquatics, Wellness and Fitness Center, amphitheater, adaptive par-3 golf course, sports court, and plenty of outdoor space, The Woodlands offers the ideal environment to explore physical activity, community, and social integration.
This is an exciting time for The Woodlands as the organization and key stakeholders ready for the launch of a capital campaign that will result in major capital improvements to The Woodlands\' campus, an increase in program capacity, and an elevated experience for program participants, staff, and volunteers.
Key Responsibilities Event Management & Revenue Generation (60%)
Plan and execute annual fundraising events, managing all logistics, budgets, vendor relationships, and volunteer coordination
Develop and implement sponsorship strategies to meet or exceed annual revenue goals
Evaluate cost-benefit analysis of third-party partnership events
Coordinate volunteer training and event evaluation processes
Lead cultivation events designed to move prospects through the donor pipeline
Manage event timelines, vendor contracts, and on-site event coordination
Donor Relations & Annual Fund Management (25%)
Oversee donor acknowledgment processes and maintain high-quality donor database records
Develop and execute donor communication calendar including appeals, newsletters, and digital outreach
Analyze donor data to identify growth opportunities and enhance segmentation strategies
Collaborate with Director of Major and Planned Gifts on donor pipeline management
Strategic Partnership Development (10%)
Research and develop corporate partnership opportunities beyond event sponsorships
Develop strategic alliances with corporate leaders, local officials, and community partners
Manage and grow the Corporate Volunteer Program with ongoing recognition initiatives
Support major gift cultivation activities as directed
Leadership & Team Development (5%)
Develop and lead the Emerging Professionals Board and related engagement opportunities
Recruit, train, and support board members and volunteers for event committees
Provide expertise for organizational events including volunteer recognition and marketing campaigns
Collaborate with Development Team and Marketing Consultant to ensure consistent branding and messaging
Qualifications Education & Experience :
Bachelor\'s degree in business, marketing, communications, event management, or related field
5+ years of experience in special event planning and management
3+ years of experience in fundraising event coordination
3+ years of nonprofit experience, particularly in event management or development (preferred)
Demonstrated success in fundraising and revenue generation through events
Technical Skills :
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Experience with donor database management (DonorPerfect preferred)
QuickBooks experience a plus
Social media and digital communication platforms
Event management software experience preferred
Core Competencies :
Exceptional event planning and project management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong relationship-building abilities with diverse stakeholder groups
Ability to handle multiple concurrent events and projects
Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities
Data analysis and reporting skills
Proven ability to manage event budgets and vendor relationships
Requirements Valid Pennsylvania driver\'s license
Act 33/34 Clearances required
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required for events
Ability to articulate organizational mission with clarity and enthusiasm
Physical ability to manage on-site event coordination and setup
Success Metrics Achievement of annual event revenue targets and attendance goals
Successful execution of event calendar within budget parameters
Growth in donor retention and upgrade rates within annual fund portfolio
Expansion of corporate partnership and sponsorship portfolio
Event participant satisfaction and feedback scores
Working Conditions This full-time, hybrid role offers flexibility, combining remote work with regular time at The Woodlands and in the field. Local travel for donor meetings and event sites is required (anticipated approximately 25%), along with regular evening and weekend events throughout the year. Event season requires increased hours and weekend availability.
Benefits Immediate accrual for 3 weeks of Vacation Time annually with tiered accruals for years of service
2 Personal Days
Paid Sick Time
11 Paid Holidays PLUS year-end paid closure from Christmas Eve (observed) through New Year\'s Day (observed)
Medical, Dental, Vision coverage available upon start date -- 75% employer paid for employee and dependents
Life & AD&D Insurance -- 100% employer funded
Employer funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
403(b) Plan -- employer match after 90 days of employment
Opportunity for hybrid work environment
Flexible schedule
Free parking
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The Woodlands provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to info@woodlandsfoundation.org
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- Location:
- Wexford, PA, United States
- Job Type:
- PartTime
- Category:
- Management & Operations