Boys Town is seeking an Annual Giving Specialist. In this role you will be responsible for coordinating and leading direct mail campaigns for fundraising purposes. Fundraising Initiatives: Plan, implement, and manage various fundraising strategies and programs as well as identify, cultivate and collaborate on direct mail packages. You will also work with external vendors to support fundraising goals, assist with creation of internal and external materials, proposals, and reports while developing and maintaining relationships with these vendors. Daily tasks will include vendor correspondence and meetings, proofing and approval of components and artwork, verifying pricing and scheduling, collaborating on design ideas, analyzing campaign data, and coordinating postage payments.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Coordinates copy, creative, project, and production processes for Annual Giving renewal and acquisition appeal activities targeting Annual Giving donors.

• Coordinates projects from inception to completion including maintaining critical production schedules, deadlines, and layout guidelines for appeal materials; ensures project timelines are met and within budget.

• Collects and maintains cost information and documentation based on donor segmentation for direct mail campaigns.

• Reviews and compiles project information; provides reports reviewing and outlining program objectives, activities, and outcomes.

• Collaborates in development and implementation of the overall mail strategies and plans for each year to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of mail operations, business, and administrative activities.

• Coordinates mail piece design for compatibility with production and specifications.

• Reviews and evaluates outside service and product providers, serves as a liaison with outside service suppliers, and assists in bids, proposals, and purchases of materials and resources for renewal and acquisition mailings establishing a list of vendors with best business practices.

• Coordinates contract negotiations for art work needed for direct mail campaigns.

• Coordinates copywriting, editing, and proofreading functions to check appeal materials for accuracy, clarity and consistency; ensures proper use of trademarks and logos in appeals.

• Designs and coordinates special projects as needed, such as Request for Information (RFI) and Request for Proposal (RFP) for direct mail activities.

• Acts as point of contact to coordinate services or provide information for internal departments.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• High level of professionalism and interpersonal skills.

• Excellent critical thinking, analytical, detailed oriented, and problem solving skills.

• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

• Ability to communicate with individuals at all levels in the organization and with external contacts in an articulate, professional manner.

• Ability to work independently in a collaborative environment, meet deadlines, and multi-task while maintaining quality standards.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience required.

• Available to travel required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or a combination of equivalent education and experience preferred.

• Experience in coordination of a production process or project coordination preferred.

Diversity is more than a commitment at Boys Town—it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.

At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.

About Boys Town:

Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.

Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities.  A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location.  Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs.   Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider.  We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition assistance, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.

This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.