Philanthropy + Engagement Officer

Philanthropy Engagement Officer

Wofford College is a place where thought leads, where ideas are celebrated and problem solving is

expected. Wofford invites applicants who are focused on student success and excited to join a

community committed to preparing thought leaders.

Wofford College, established in 1854, is a four-year, residential liberal arts college located in Spartanburg,

South Carolina. It offers 27 major fields of study to a student body of 1,875 undergraduates. Nationally

known for the strength of its academic program, outstanding faculty, experiential learning opportunities

and successful and supportive graduates, Wofford is recognized consistently as a “best value” and for its

commitment to student success and accessibility for low- and middle-income students. The college

community has 12 sororities and fraternities as well as 20 NCAA Division I athletics teams.

Wofford College invites applications for a Philanthropy Engagement Officer. Reporting directly to the

director of Annual Giving, the Philanthropy Engagement Officer is a key contributing member of the

Annual Giving team and the overall Philanthropy Engagement team charged with growing the number

of mid-level annual donors and increasing the amount given annually. The Digital Engagement Officer is

responsible for engaging and soliciting more than 300 donors annually through phone calls, virtual

meetings, digital contacts and some face-to-face visits. The ideal candidate is well-versed in annual giving

strategies, donor management and solicitations, and works well independently and with a team. Travel

and evening and weekend work are occasionally required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Digital Engagement (80%)

• Engage, solicit and steward prospects capable of making gifts of mid-level annual gifts.

• Increase the pipeline of annual giving donors and dollars via phone, personalized email and

virtual visits.

• Assure accurate and timely entry of interactions into our CRM.

• Build and maintain positive relationships with alumni, parents, volunteers and community

members.

Annual Giving strategies and campus events (20%)

• Assist with initiatives to include, but not limited to: A Day for Wofford, the Excellence Games,

Loyal Terrier stewardship, reunion giving and end-of-year giving.

• Collaborate with colleagues throughout campus as well as the Philanthropy Engagement Office

to ensure effective, efficient and coordinated fundraising strategies; and assist where needed in

reunions, Homecoming, Family Weekend and other important college-wide special events.

QUALIFICATIONS

A bachelor’s degree is required. Preferred candidates will have experience in front-line fundraising, sales

or a related field. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and the confidence to engage in

personal solicitations; the ability to inspire and generate excitement through excellent written and oral

communication and listening skills; a positive and creative manner to approaching issues; and strong

analytical skills and professional discernment.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Application materials should be emailed to snowmk@wofford.edu. They should include: (1) a cover

letter, (2) resume and (3) contact information for three references.

EEO STATEMENT

Wofford College values diversity within our students, faculty and staff and strives to recruit, develop and
retain the most talented people. Wofford College does not discriminate in employment on the basis of
race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, age, national
origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable
federal, state and local laws. For information about Wofford’s Title IX compliance, visit
wofford.edu/administration/title-ix.

It is the policy of Wofford College to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with
disabilities for employment. If you require any accommodations to participate in any part of the hiring
process, please contact HumanResources@Wofford.edu.