Annual Giving Marketing Manager
3 days ago
Honolulu
Job Description About the University of Hawai’i Foundation: The University of Hawaiʻi Foundation was established in 1955 to encourage private support for the University of Hawaiʻi. Today it is the central fundraising organization for the UH System and is contracted by the Board of Regents to be the sole provider of fundraising and alumni services. In addition to fundraising, the Foundation manages more than 7000 gift accounts for the benefit of the university and its students. The UH Foundation is a private, institutionally related corporation designated as a 501(c)(3) organization by the Internal Revenue Service. It is a legally separate entity from the University of Hawaiʻi, the UH Alumni Association, and all other UH affiliates. However, the UH Foundation works closely with these organizations, as well as with others in the community, exclusively for the benefit of the university. Our Vision To inspire giving and partnership with the University of Hawaiʻi by fostering UH pride and passion among donors, alumni and the community. Our Mission To unite donors' passions with the University of Hawaiʻi's aspirations by raising philanthropic support and managing private investments to benefit UH, the people of Hawaiʻi and our future generations. Our Values Our values shape our relationships and guide our thinking and actions. By living our values, we build trust with our fellow employees, our donors, the university and the broader community. Position Summary: Job Title: Annual Giving Marketing Manager Reports to: Associate Vice President of Communications and External Relations The Annual Giving Marketing Manager plays a key role in planning, coordinating and executing multichannel fundraising campaigns (direct mail, email, digital, crowdfunding and giving days), collaborates with internal and external stakeholders, and ensures projects stay on schedule. The Annual Giving Marketing Manager produces compelling, donor-centered content across digital, print, and social platforms. This role combines strategic project management with creative storytelling to inspire philanthropy, broaden donor participation, and strengthen the organization’s brand. This position will report to the Associate Vice President of Communications and collaborate closely with the annual giving team to ensure seamless campaign execution and brand integrity. Duties & Responsibilities Campaign & Project Management (50%) • Develop and manage project schedules and deliverables to ensure efficient use of time and talent and that campaigns launch on time., • Plan, coordinate, and implement multichannel annual giving initiatives including direct mail, email, social media, crowdfunding, and Giving Day campaigns., • With support from the communications team, develop and maintain a library of reusable creative assets and templates., • Write, edit, and design donor appeals, e-solicitations, webpages, and social media content, • Create persuasive messaging and digital assets (graphics, posts, video) tailored to different audiences and channels., • Ensure brand consistency, tone, and style across all annual giving communications., • Collaborate with advancement services to generate accurate solicitation lists and track donor engagement., • Monitor campaign performance, analyze results, and provide actionable insights., • In collaboration with the Director of Annual Giving, act as a liaison between UH campus and unit partners to support, develop and collaborate on crowdfunding campaigns., • Proven ability to manage multiple projects with diverse stakeholders., • Meticulous attention to detail., • Bachelor’s degree., • 3–5 years of experience in project management, program coordination, fundraising, marketing, or communications., • Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills across print and digital platforms., • Experience with fundraising CRMs (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce) and digital engagement tools (email, social, peer-to-peer)., • Graphic design and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite., • Experience in fundraising, direct mail, or online campaigns., • Experience developing and releasing email broadcasts., • Ability to sit at a desk and use a computer for extended periods of time., • Occasional standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting of light office items up to 25 lbs., • Ability to operate general office equipment such as computer, printer, photocopier, scanner, phone system, etc., • Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to use office equipment and handle paperwork., • Visual acuity to read printed and electronic documents and computer screens., • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing so others will understand. UHF voluntarily pays 100% of the following – • 10% 403(b) contributions after 7 months of employment. This is automatic and NOT dependent on the employee making any contributions. PLUS, ALL contributions are 100% immediately vested!, • Term life insurance, • AD&D insurance, • Short term disability insurance, • Long term disability insurance, • Tuition reimbursement after 1 year of employment, • Employee assistance program, • Health, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance, • Medical Flexible Spending Account, • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, • Insurance coverages for spouse and/or children, • Critical care insurance, • Legal insurance, • Pet insurance