Associate Director of College and Unit Annual Giving

Job description

Cornell University welcomes candidates for the position of Associate Director of College and Unit Annual Giving in our Alumni Affairs and Development division, based in Ithaca, NY. This role presents an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the university's advancement efforts. In partnership with the Executive Director of Annual and Leadership Giving and Director of Cornell Funds, the Associate Director of College and Unit Annual Giving leads strategy and execution of a comprehensive annual giving program to grow unrestricted support, increase donor participation, and strengthen the pipeline across assigned colleges and units. This role partners cross-functionally to drive segmentation, messaging, and multi-channel campaigns while delivering measurable results in dollars raised, retention, and donor advancement. Key Responsibilities: Own and deliver against ambitious Annual Fund revenue and participation goals across assigned colleges/units, balancing multiple segments, priorities, and timelines simultaneously. Design and execute multi-channel Annual Fund strategies that drive unrestricted, current-use giving, translating institutional priorities into clear, actionable plans th...