Assistant Director of Leadership Annual Giving – Health Sciences

Join a team advancing the future of health sciences at the University at Buffalo! In this high impact role within the Division of University Advancement, the Assistant Director of Leadership Annual Giving – Health Sciences plays a key role in a cutting edge annual giving program designed to engage and grow the next generation of philanthropic supporters. This position focuses on delivering a first class philanthropic experience for donors connected to UB’s health sciences schools through personalized digital and in person engagement. The Assistant Director contributes directly to annual giving success while helping build a strong pipeline of future major gift support, making a meaningful impact on UB’s mission today and for the future.

If you thrive in a dynamic, relationship driven environment where digital engagement meets purposeful fundraising, then this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact!

Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Donor relationship management & outreach (portfolio of 600–800 alumni and friends with a focus on gifts of $1,000–$50,000)
• Personalized digital & 1:1 engagement (high velocity outreach using email, video, CRM tools, and in person connections)
• Fundraising & pipeline development (solicitation, stewardship, and referral of qualified major gift prospects)
• Campaign execution & collaboration (partnering with Annual Giving, Alumni Engagement, Advancement Communications, and health sciences advancement teams)
• Data driven activity & reporting (CRM hygiene, portfolio management, and performance tracking)
  
  

About The Division

The Division of University Advancement offers a supportive environment that fosters career growth, life-work harmony, and a sense of purpose. As a member of our team, you’ll receive professional development opportunities, flexible work options, and enjoy a culture that champions diversity and innovation. In University Advancement, we don’t just support a university — we help shape its future. Whether connecting with alumni, cultivating generosity, or advancing bold ideas, our work makes real impact. #AdvancingUB is more than a motto — it’s how we collaborate, grow, and change lives.

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• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.
  
  

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.