Annual Giving and Stewardship Specialist at University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond, Oklahoma

Job Description:

Job Details

Job Location: Main Campus - Edmond, OK

Position Type: Staff

Salary Range: $44,000.00 - $44,000.00 Salary/year

Job Category: OTRS Classified

Position Classification

Regular, full-time, salaried, exempt and benefit-eligible staff position. For more benefit information visit Why Work at UCO?

General Schedule

Position typically works Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm in-office at UCO's main campus in Edmond, Oklahoma.

Position Overview

Assists with the implementation and execution of annual giving programs and the Presidential Partners giving society under the direction of the Assistant Vice President for Advancement and Donor Relations. Collaborate with departments and divisions across campus to achieve successful annual giving campaigns through written, digital, event and various other engagement methods.

Job Duties

Provide support for the Annual Fund, Presidential Partners program, Faculty and Staff Campaign, and any other annual giving or stewardship programs. This includes, but is not limited to, writing, and printing processes for direct mail, telephone, websites, social media, events, acting as a spokesperson and any related personal visits determined necessary.
Assist with annual giving fundraising including but not limited to direct mail, phone, email, and crowdfunding.
Manage student philanthropy campaigns including the Centralite Society to educate students about the importance of giving back to UCO. Includes recruiting, managing and motivating student volunteers, developing marketing and solicitation materials.
Oversee the Faculty/Staff campaign and encourage on campus philanthropy through written pieces and events.
Create, in conjunction with the Engagement Team, distinctive marketing materials and non-solicitation communications for the Annual Giving programs and giving societies. This will include membership packets, direct mail appeals, invitations to events and other related materials.
Contribute to stewardship and engagement events within Foundation and Alumni Engagement.
Helps establish and monitor annual operating budgets for all annual giving programs.
Assist with managing the annual calendar of proposed events and communications with the Engagement Team.
Develops and nurtures formal and informal relationships with a wide circle of people beyond those involved in current activities, including potential donors, stakeholders, and information links; encourages collaboration among colleagues, departments, and the entire organization to achieve results. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Experience Required

Bachelor's degree in job related field or 2+ years of work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must have a valid driver's license, clean driving record, and be able to operate a typical motor vehicle.

Qualifications/Experience Preferred

1-3 years of experience in professional work setting with preference given to candidate with fundraising/development, nonprofit management, or other charitable giving program experience. Above-average computer knowledge and experience with the ability to learn and utilize new software efficiently. Excellent command of the Windows environment including proficiency in the entire Microsoft Office Suite, as well as database experience. Understanding of social media platforms.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Be a proactive self-starter who is comfortable in a fast-paced collaborative environment.

• Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills are required and the ability to work independently, and in a team environment, is expected.


• A personable and engaging individual with a consistently professional appearance when interacting with internal and external constituents.


• Must be able to deliver excellent guest service.

• Experience in high-paced environments is preferred


• Demonstrates ability to learn new subject matter, coupled with attention to detail and responsiveness to feedback.


• Ability to interact with a diverse population, including students, alumni, university leadership and vendors.


• Strong leadership capabilities and interpersonal skills are preferred.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.