Employment Opportunities at ACU

ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All applicants must be professing Christians and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of Abilene Christian University while employed by the university.

● Plan, implement, and execute annual fundraising campaigns, including working with marketing to create compelling appeals and materials for various channels.

● Analyze giving data to identify trends, improve fundraising strategies, and track the success of campaigns

● Work collaboratively with other departments and stakeholders, such as alumni relations, marketing, and athletics, to achieve fundraising goals

● Plan, implement, and execute annual fundraising campaigns, including working with marketing to create compelling appeals and materials for various channels.

o Create and manage multi-channel fundraising efforts (print, digital, texting, and social media) that support donor retention, renewal, and acquisition of Exceptional Scholarship Fund donors

o Stay current on annual giving best practices and maximize the use of data and other resources to make strategic recommendations and implementations

● Analyze giving data to identify trends, improve fundraising strategies, and track the success of campaigns

o Develop strategies to grow the annual giving rate by acquiring new donors and increasing donations from existing donors.

o Track results of solicitations, compile data, and assist with analysis to measure progress toward organizational goals

● Work collaboratively with other departments and stakeholders, such as alumni relations, marketing, and athletics, to achieve fundraising goals.

o Help manage and organize campus solicitations for various groups.

o Assist with planning and running ACU Gives, the university’s annual two-day campaign that involves academic, athletic and student life-focused funds.

o Attend and assist with donor events on campus when needed

● Skills

o The ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment is crucial

o Ability to learn and adapt to new digital platforms and programs

o Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential.

o The ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions

o Proficient in Google Suite and Microsoft Office platforms

● Training Required

o Anthology

o GiveCampus

o Ellucian CRM Advance

Professional

● Bachelor’s degree

● Experience in fundraising, communications, or related fields in higher education or other non-profit organizations is preferred.

Personal

● A genuine interest in fundraising and a commitment to the university's mission are highly valued.

● Ability to maintain confidentiality

● Proven ability to work independently to accomplish goals and establish priorities with minimal supervision

● Must be willing to work a flexible schedule with some evening and weekend hours.

● Lift and carry up to 15 lbs.

ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.

ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets.  Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions.