Senior Director of Annual Giving

A humble college founded before Texas was a state, Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.

Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation’s “Great Colleges to Work For”. Great Colleges to Work For® is one of the country’s largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

What We Are Looking For

Baylor University is seeking a Senior Director of Annual Giving to provide strategic leadership for Baylor’s comprehensive annual giving program serving the entire university. This role is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating an omni-channel annual giving strategy that increases donor participation, retention, and annual revenue while strengthening donor loyalty and trust. The Senior Director manages the annual giving budget, leads and develops a high-performing team, and works in close partnership with campus and Advancement colleagues (including unit marketing professionals, Student Life teams, and other school/unit leaders) to execute coordinated fundraising aligned to Baylor’s priorities.

A Bachelor's degree and seven years of relevant work experience are required. A Master’s degree is preferred.

All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What You Will Do

• Leads Baylor’s comprehensive annual giving strategy by planning, implementing, and evaluating a university-wide program that advances institutional priorities and delivers measurable growth in participation, retention, and revenue

• Directs multi-channel annual giving initiatives (digital, email, direct mail, giving day/campaign moments, and other solicitation strategies as appropriate), ensuring compelling, segmented messaging and disciplined execution across the annual calendar

• Serve as a strategic campus partner and convener for unit leaders, unit marketing professionals, Student Life, and Advancement colleagues—aligning goals, coordinating plans, and supporting unit-based annual giving priorities within a unified Baylor approach

• Manage the program budget as well as lead a high-performing team by setting expectations, coaching performance, managing workflows, and building capacity to deliver excellent strategy and service

• Own program measurement and reporting by establishing KPIs, leveraging data/CRM insights, and providing clear performance updates and recommendations to Advancement leadership and unit partners

• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission

• Ability to comply with university policies

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance
  

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.  To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds.  Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!