Annual Giving Officer – Athletics
EXPIRED
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Posted Date: Dec 18, 2025
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Expired Date: Dec 20, 2025Posted Date: Dec 18, 2025
Expired Date: Dec 20, 2025QUALIFICATION
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Salary Expectation
$50,739/yr -
Years of Experience
2+ Years -
Work Type
Full-time
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Position Information
Working Title
Annual Giving Officer – Athletics
Department
University Development
Compensation Title
Position Number
30031100
Posting Details
Position Information
Working Title
Annual Giving Officer – Athletics
Department
University Development
Compensation Title
Position Number
30031100
Position Status
Regular
Work Schedule
Full-Time
Hours per Week
37.5
Months per Year
12
Purpose of Position
Implement strategic fundraising initiatives for the Division of Athletics by soliciting philanthropic commitments, coordinating targeted appeals, supporting sport-specific crowdfunding campaigns, and leading all Go Norse Fund efforts in close collaboration with several key teams across Athletics and Advancement.
Primary Responsibilities
Manage and implement strategic efforts to strengthen philanthropic support for the Division of Athletics, including soliciting annual gifts—typically ranging from $1,000 to $25,000—coordinating targeted appeals, and supporting sport-specific crowdfunding campaigns.
Coordinate and execute all Go Norse Fund initiatives, working closely with colleagues in annual giving, alumni communications, donor engagement, and athletics ticketing to increase donor participation, implement effective stewardship plans, and enhance alumni affinity to Norse athletics.
Document and maintain quality records in the donor database (Raiser’s Edge NXT) adhering to all established reporting deadlines, utilizing university systems to record prospect and donor interactions, track proposals, and maintain prospect and donor contact information.
Manage special projects and development functions assigned by the Associate Athletic Director for Development, including communication to external stakeholders and internal partners, donor and prospect events, sport-specific alumni events and receptions, and volunteer engagement opportunities.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience required.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a positive growth mindset and a passion for higher education and collegiate athletics.
Candidates should have a foundational understanding of fundraising principles.
Proficiency with Microsoft Windows applications, including Teams, is required, and familiarity with Raiser’s Edge is preferred.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently are essential.
Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Education
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Experience
2 years
Salary
Minimum annual salary $50,739
Pay Grade
S72
Posting Detail Information
| Requisition Number | 2025S2309 | | Job Open Date | 12/17/2025 | | Job Close Date | | | Quick Link | https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/15360 | | Is this an internal only posting? | |
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application 3. References
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Northern Kentucky University Development 2024–2025
| Person | Role |
|---|---|
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Bryan Allen |
Associate Athletics Director - Development |
Northern Kentucky University Development 2023–2024
| Person | Role |
|---|---|
|
Bryan Allen |
Associate Athletics Director for Development |
|
Austin Wilson |
Assistant Director of Development |
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