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Assistant Director, Annual Giving

North Carolina State University

Commensurate with Education and Experience

life insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Nov 14, 2026

Posting Information

Posting Number	PG195035EP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Assistant Director, Annual Giving
Anticipated Hiring Range	Commensurate with Education and Experience
Work Schedule	Mon-Fri 8-5, nights and weekends with overnight travel as needed; flexible work arrangements available
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	Annual Giving
About the Department	North Carolina State University was founded in 1887 with the purpose of creating economic, societal and intellectual prosperity for the people of North Carolina. Today, NC State is the largest university in North Carolina, with more than 40,500 high-performing students, more than 10,000 preeminent faculty and staff and more than 310,000 dedicated alumni. NC State is a Research One (R1) university known for its leadership in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. We're also at the forefront of teaching and discovery in agriculture, business, design, education, humanities and social sciences, natural resources, textiles and veterinary medicine. NC State is consistently named as one of the best values in higher education, and many of our programs are ranked at the top of their respective disciplines. We take a great deal of pride in our collaborative, supportive and collegial team culture. All staff are provided opportunities for training and professional development, with an eye to personalized career growth. The mission of University Advancement at NC State is to amplify the university's local and global impact by nurturing lifelong relationships, championing philanthropy and strengthening the Wolfpack community. The division is composed of six teams - Advancement Services; Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving; Finance, Administration and Talent Management; Principal Gifts Program; University Development; and University Special Events and Experiences - that build relationships across the university and beyond to ensure a best-in-class experience for alumni, friends and donors. Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving (AEAG) uses a wide variety of platforms, channels and methods to create meaningful opportunities for alumni to engage with one another, support the university and celebrate the Pack spirit year-round. The unit also procures and increases annual gifts to the university by leveraging existing relationships and creating new ones. Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving collaborates with partners across campus to plan and implement a coordinated, integrated strategy aimed at increasing support for and engagement with the university while strengthening NC State's culture of philanthropy. The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) at NC State leads partnership-driven discovery, learning, and engagement. As a land-grant university and the state's pre-eminent college of agriculture and life sciences, CALS serves North Carolina through academics, research, extension, and international programs. The college prepares students for career paths, discovers and applies unbiased knowledge through advances in science and technology, and drives economic development to improve the quality of life for North Carolinians, our nation, and the world. The college fulfills the land-grant mission by embracing an interdisciplinary approach to achieve new scientific breakthroughs that translate into solutions to meet grand challenges involving food, farming, fiber, feed, families, health, energy, water, and the environment. The college comprises 12 academic departments, multiple research and extension units, and oversees 18 research stations and 4 field labs across the state. CALS Administration includes the office of the Dean and the offices of Research, Extension, Academics, Human Resources, and Business Operations.
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits	As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. What we offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision Flexible Spending Account Retirement Programs Disability Plans Life Insurance Accident Plan Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs 12 Holidays Each Year Tuition and Academic Assistance And so much more! Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties	The Assistant Director is responsible for serving as a liaison with the assigned College/Unit (College of Agriculture and Life Sciences ( CALS)). The position will be the annual giving fundraising advocate, resource and expert for assigned college while maintaining a strong working relationship with associated staff. In this role, the Assistant Director works with the Annual Giving team to manage and implement fundraising strategies that align with the college's and Annual Giving's goals. The Assistant Director also monitors all data and trends for the College providing regular updates to the assigned college/unit. The Assistant Director reports to the Associate Director, College/Unit Strategy and Day of Giving Manager and works closely with the Annual Giving staff, the assigned college and marketing professionals. Duties and Responsibilities: Provide strategic direction and long-range/short-range planning for growing the annual giving program while supporting the greater development and campaign goals of the college. Act as the top annual giving fundraising advocate, resource and expert for the assigned college/unit while maintaining a strong working relationship with associated staff. Manage the planning, coordination and execution of annual giving campaigns across multiple channels, including direct mail, email, crowdfunding and volunteer fundraising, ensuring projects remain on schedule, meet established deadlines and align with overall fundraising goals and strategic priorities. Integrate college's messaging within the scope of the annual giving team's university-wide fundraising campaigns. Maximize return for NC State Day of Giving for the college through the utilization of segmentation and unique content. Perform copywriting for fundraising communications of the college. Utilize data and reporting information to strategically enhance marketing efforts. Serve as the primary point of contact for the college and provide regular updates to both teams. Follow emerging trends and best practices in annual giving direct marketing strategy. Assist in the detailed planning of annual solicitation programs, which may include special campaigns.
Other Responsibilities	Perform other duties as required or assigned. Attend a variety of events throughout the year. Occasional travel and occasional night and weekend work is required.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of one (1) year or greater of relevant experience.
Other Required Qualifications	Ability to work in a fast-paced, complex, team-oriented environment Demonstrated project management and organizational skills with a strong attention to detail and deadlines Strong written and verbal communication skills Working knowledge of Mac OSX and Windows desktop environments Ability to work independently, to be creative and exercise initiative High energy level and strong drive to be successful Unquestioned integrity in dealing with confidential information Open and accessible interpersonal style; good listener Optimistic, persistent and positive attitude Knowledge of strategies that target annual giving prospects, donors and alumni.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience in non-profit development office is preferred. Vendor management is a plus. Familiarity with direct marketing practices and techniques, including test strategies, segmentation strategies, and measurement of results is desirable. Project management experience with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and make decisions to move the program forward. Proven experience in fundraising operations. Experience producing and executing large scale/comprehensive mailings (50K+ constituents) is desirable. Work experience requiring effective writing, proofing and editing skills is preferred. Knowledge of principles, practices and ethics of fundraising. An understanding of the land grant, research Tier One university environment.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)	A valid North Carolina Driver's License is required within 60 days of start date. Must be maintained as a condition of employment.
Valid NC Driver's License required	Yes
Commercial Driver's License required	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	11/13/2026
Anticipated Close Date	Open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants	In addition to your application, please submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for at least three professional references. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Position Details

Position Number	00107848
Position Type	Exempt Professional Staff
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.0
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID	083050 - Annual Giving
EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.