Director of Annual Giving

Institutional Advancement

Full-time, salaried, exempt

• Manage the annual fund and associated activities (example: Cornerstone Day, phonathon)
• Provide fundraising support to Institutional Advancement (campaign, endowment, phonathon)
• Nurture a portfolio of current donors
• Identify and cultivate a portfolio of prospective donors
• Develop and maintain a close working relationship with the philanthropic community
• Function as an active and supportive member of the advancement team and college community

Bachelor’s degree required.  Preference given for experience in development or fundraising.

CFRE preferred but not required

• Must be comfortable requesting gifts on behalf of Bethel College
• Strong interpersonal and relational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to collaborate with board members, colleagues, donors, and volunteers
• Understand the confidential nature of fundraising
• Skilled in managing deadlines and multiple projects
• Knowledgeable in the principles and ethics of successful fundraising
• Attentive, resourceful, and flexible
• Skilled with electronic communication and electronic donor tracking systems
• Able to provide customer centered service

Minimal lifting and reaching

• Position based in a standard office setting
• Majority of interactions occur in varied community settings and donor homes
• Team focused environment
• Position involves travel, including overnight

Starting in 2022, all new employees of Bethel College must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have an approved exemption.