Tracking Code
3650-433
Job Description
Join Xavier University's University Relations Team
Annual Giving Officer and Assistant Director for Parent Engagement and Philanthropy
Are you passionate about relationship-building and mission-driven work? Xavier University is seeking two full-time advancement professionals to join the Division of University Relations - a team committed to engaging alumni, parents, and friends in meaningful ways to advance the University's Jesuit mission.
We are hiring for the following full-time, onsite positions:
1. Annual Giving Officer
Department: Office of the Annual Fund
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a personal portfolio of annual giving prospects and conduct 150+ significant contacts annually
- Solicit and renew annual gifts to grow Xavier's donor base
- Attend University events to identify and cultivate new prospects
- Collaborate with Alumni Relations and University Engagement teams to develop chapter-specific fundraising initiatives
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of professional experience (preferably in fundraising, sales, or relationship management)
- Strong communication skills and a goal-oriented mindset
2. Assistant Director for Parent Engagement and Philanthropy
Department: Office of Alumni and Parent Relations
Key Responsibilities:
- Cultivate relationships with prospective and current parent donors through visits, events, phone outreach, and correspondence
- Solicit and secure annual gifts from the parent community
- Lead the Parent Leadership Council (PLC), including recruitment, engagement, and event planning
- Coordinate bi-annual PLC meetings and collaborate across campus to deepen parent engagement
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of professional experience (ideally in advancement, volunteer management, or higher education)
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Why Work at Xavier?
These roles offer the chance to directly support a mission-based institution grounded in Jesuit values. You'll join a collaborative and energized team dedicated to building relationships that transform the student experience and secure Xavier's future.
If you're a motivated professional who thrives on meaningful connection and wants to help shape the next chapter of Xavier's story, we'd love to hear from you.
HOW TO APPLY:
To ensure consideration, qualified/interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information of three professional references on Xavier University's website by July 29, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position closes at the University's discretion.
BENEFITS:
Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and employment class.
- Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
- Flexible work environment, including ability to work two days remotely each week.
- Tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- Tax advantaged accounts including health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.
- Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
Job Location
Cincinnati, OH
