Job Profile Summary
Under general direction of the CEO Broward College Foundation/Vice President Institutional Advancement, this administrative position is responsible for providing overall leadership in the implementation and evaluation of Broward College’s engagement and annual giving, which include overseeing, planning and administering alumni engagement, stewardship and donor engagement, marketing and communications, as well as a creative and comprehensive annual giving program at Broward College. As an advocate for the mission and programs of the College, plays a central role in managing the development and execution of targeted direct marketing appeals through all available mediums and tracking, analyzing, and reporting their results. Directly supports efforts to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward our alumni, faculty, staff, and donors to increase annual unrestricted financial support while supervising managers in related engagement activities. Works independently and in close collaboration with colleagues to maximize participation and contributions. Weekend and evening work required.
Candidate should be a strong communicator and self-starter capable of working as part of a team but, also taking on projects independently.
Minimum Education:
Master’s degree
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
CFRE preferred
Minimum Experience/Training:
Eight years in relevant fund-raising or sales experience, preferably in a non-profit environment and previous management experience.
Proven effective and progressive experience in facilitating annual giving goals and programs, coordinating with alumni (or constituent) engagement programs, and managing resources.
Strong written, verbal, phone, email, social media and face-to -face communications experience, as well as volunteer and project management experience.
Essential Functions:
Daily - 30%: Plans, executes, evaluates strategically aligned revenue and participation goals for annual giving program that generates unrestricted and budget-relieving revenue for the College. Creates annual goals on upgrade, renewal/retention, and acquisition of alumni, faculty, staff and friend donors and institutes new strategies and tactics to reach goals.
Daily - 15%: Manages and supervises team that integrates alumni and donor engagement strategies to build pipeline of engaged alumni and donors. Ensures cohesive strategy in the donor journey to maximize pipeline development for major gifts. Works effectively with colleagues in the Office of Advancement to plan, execute and evaluate annual giving strategies to move existing donors.
Daily - 10%: Works with marketing and communications to design and facilitate an effective communications strategy for annual giving, alumni engagement, stewardship and the Broward College Foundation. Regularly assess communications to key constituents for opportunities to refine and strengthen content and strategy.
Daily - 10%: Works with alumni engagement to include annual giving to complement strategies to reach goals for alumni programming, commencement activities, networking opportunities, donor stewardship, and other approaches embed basic elements of annual giving to ensure cohesive alumni strategy.
Daily - 10%: Collaborates with stewardship and donor relations to design and facilitate effective donor stewardship focused on retention and engagement.
Daily - 5%: Collaborates with database software team and College partners to design and utilize effective electronic giving opportunities via the web and social media.
Daily - 5%: Strategizes and executes signature programs and events and incorporate annual giving opportunities when appropriate
Daily - 5%: Responsible for people management of the area, including recommendation of staffing, hiring, termination, and discipline. Setting performance standards of volunteers.
Monthly - 5%: Plans and manages budget for area of responsibility
Other - 5%: Performs related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrated knowledge, skills and abilities in the fundamental basics, best practices and current innovations in annual giving as well as understanding how they intersect with and complement alumni engagement, marketing and communications, as well as stewardship.
Ability to manage work assignments
Ability to utilize database information to plan, facilitate and evaluate programs
Ability to execute all forms of programming and communication (events, direct mail, telephone, volunteer management, personal solicitation, social media, and electronic solicitation).
Models inclusive excellence through specific actions that support the College’s mission in the recruitment, hiring, and retention of talented faculty and staff
In-depth knowledge and expertise in all aspects of own and related areas of the College, and pertinent interdependencies
General understanding of the external environment and how it affects academia in general and Broward in particular, including political, legal, environmental, educational, financial and social influences
Strong knowledge of College structure, policies and practices, and the impact on own area
Proven expertise in planning and executing operational plans, managing projects and/or programs, budgeting and cost control
Strong managerial and team building skills, and demonstrated ability to motivate and empower direct and indirect reports to achieve area priorities
Ability to diagnose, plan and manage resource requirements for own area, including staffing, budgets, equipment, etc.
Ability to partner with others across the College and externally to exchange information, collaborate on projects, share resources, etc.
Ability to influence others of the benefits/importance of an idea or plan of action and to gain their support or commitment
Strong negotiation skills and ability to reach mutual points of agreement and benefit among peers and colleagues
Our Culture - At Broward College our leaders embody a culture of competence, care, character, composure and courage. We prioritize serving each other and our students through high-quality guidance, mutual respect, resilience and fair, thoughtful decision-making, all while upholding the values of integrity, transparency and honesty.
Broward College offers an exceptional benefits package, including, but not limited to:
Affordable High Quality Healthcare Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Options – Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or the FRS Investment Plan
Wellness Program
Vacation/Paid Time Off
Winter and Spring Break Off
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement are available to employees and family members
Job Title
Senior Director, Engagement and Annual Giving
Position Number
P0078706
Job Status
Full time Temporary
Department
Development
Location
Willis Holcombe Center
Pay Grade
212
Salary
$77,838 - $89,513 Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Work Shift
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday/weekend/varies
Hours Per Week
37.5
Posting End Date
Open Until Filled
Comments
To be considered for this position, a completed online employment application form along with a cover letter, resume and unofficial transcript are required. The first review date of applications will begin June 11, 2026.
Designated Essential Personnel
No
FLSA Status
Exempt
Position Classification
Administrators
Special Instructions to Applicant:
For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire. An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process and must be attached to the online application. If unable to attach the documentation, please email document to jobs@broward.edu or fax to 954-201-7612, stating clearly the position name(s) and position number(s) the transcript is to be attached to.
Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline. All required documentation must be received on or before the job posting end date.
**Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the “Resume/CV/Transcript/License/Certification” section of the application**
Please refer to link with the instructions on how to submit an application with multiple documents. https://www.broward.edu/jobs/_docs/tutorial_external_applicant_broward_college.pdf
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the required background screening process.
Broward College uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 Form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification.
For inquiries regarding Title IX and the college’s non-discrimination policies, contact the Vice President for Talent and Culture at 954-201-7449, Broward College, 6400 NW 6th Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309.
Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact the Talent and Culture Department at nanders1@broward.edu.
Disclaimer
The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted of describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related education/experience beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Broward College reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.
