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Assistant Director, Annual Giving

Dartmouth College

remote work

United States, New Hampshire, Hanover

7 Lebanon Street (Show on map)

Aug 15, 2025

Position Information

Posting date	08/14/2025
Closing date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Position Number	1129418
Position Title	Assistant Director, Annual Giving
Hiring Range Minimum	$78,000
Hiring Range Maximum	$97,600
Union Type	Not a Union Position
SEIU Level	Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status	Exempt
Employment Category	Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year	12
Scheduled Hours per Week	40
Schedule	M-F 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Occasional weekend and evening hours in support of events and priorities.
Location of Position	Lebanon NH 03766 35 Centerra Parkway 3rd Floor
Remote Work Eligibility?	Hybrid
Is this a term position?	No
If yes, length of term in months.	na
Is this a grant funded position?	No
Position Purpose	Supports a comprehensive program of direct mail and electronic appeals to increase unrestricted support for Dartmouth Health member organizations, currently numbering seven, from a wide variety of constituencies, including members of the community, grateful patients, alumni, faculty, employees, and friends. In conjunction with the Director, implements annual calendar of appeals and analyzes results. As needed, supports the Annual Giving team on direct marketing projects related to Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Dartmouth Health Children's, Dartmouth Cancer Center, and the Geisel School of Medicine.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp	Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities	Skills & Knowledge Strong writing and editing skills Excellent project management skills, with proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, to set priorities, follow through on projects, and meet deadlines. Understanding of HIPAA best practices and grateful patient fundraising Accuracy and attention to detail. Demonstrated planning, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to both work independently and to interact and collaborate effectively with a wide range of individuals and groups. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; experience working with a complex database, with Raiser's Edge experience preferred. Commitment to learning and professional development. Good judgment, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse community. Brings joy and humor to the workplace. Experience Two to five years of related professional experience in non-profit fundraising, with experience in direct mail fundraising preferred. Demonstrated project management experience. Prior work experience in a medical, higher education, or nonprofit setting.
Preferred Qualifications
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries	David Bennett
Department Contact Phone Number	603-646-5113
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title	Catherine Meno
Department Contact's Phone Number
Equal Opportunity Employer	Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Background Check	Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Quick Link	https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/80479

Key Accountabilities

Description

Program Management

In concert with the Director, helps execute annual calendar of appeals for Dartmouth Health member organizations, with shared accountability for annual fundraising goals.
Works with outside vendors to oversee design, printing, production, and mailing of print and digital appeals in an accurate and timely fashion.
Works with NetCommunity manager on formatting and distribution of e-appeals. Collaborates with MHA communications and member organizations to leverage social media in support of annual funds.
Coordinates multi-channel marketing campaigns that integrate electronic communications and direct mail appeals.
Supports grateful patient acquisition program for member organizations.
Maintains understanding of HIPAA best practices and ensures grateful patient acquisition program aligns with these best practices.
Monitors production schedules and project timelines.
Stays abreast of best practices and emerging trends in direct mail and electronic solicitation.

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Communication

Participates in designing tailored messages to a complex variety of audience segments. Drafts appeal letters and e-solicitations for review. Originates photos and artwork as needed.
Coordinates with Medical & Healthcare Advancement content staff and member organization communications staff to ensure consistency with institutional messaging and branding. Monitors leadership messaging, institutional news, and stories, stays abreast of institutional initiatives.
Works closely with Individual Giving and Stewardship staff to support the retention and building of relationships with Annual Fund donors.

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Information Management

Runs standard queries and exports for direct mail and e-appeals. Reviews and prepares mail files.
Runs standard reports to monitor responses to appeals and ROI. Analyzes and summarizes data and reports this information to the Director on a regular basis, recommending changes in strategy as indicated by appeal results.
Works closely with Database Management team to ensure accuracy of queries, build special-purpose queries and exports for targeted appeals, and run analyses of responses to specific appeals and campaigns.

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--	Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
--	Performs other duties as assigned.