Annual Giving and Events Coordinator
Re-Advertised
R- 0223 Reference#7865057
Posting Date: January 26, 2026
Candidates who are Blind or Visually Impaired and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as federal laws permit. Information related to disability is not required and, if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDB’s efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.
Position: Annual Giving and Events Coordinator
Office of Institutional Advancement and Community Relations
ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND (AIDB)
Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world’s most comprehensive education, rehabilitation, and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, DeafBlind, and multidisabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 32,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults, and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.
Our services literally span a lifetime including five campuses in Talladega, ten regional centers located throughout the State of Alabama with programs that range from early and senior intervention, traditional and nontraditional education services in residential and outreach settings, and a manufacturing facility that is the state’s largest employer of adults who are Deaf, Blind, or DeafBlind. Our employees are among the organization’s most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our mission makes AIDB a unique place to work.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Our employees are among the organization’s most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our mission makes AIDB a unique place to work and we invite you to be a part of the miracles that happen every day. The Annual Giving and Events Coordinator will assist the Executive Director of Institutional Advancement and Community Relations in the strategic execution and management of a comprehensive fundraising program, including, but not limited to, the coordination and oversight of the annual giving program, direct mail, electronic fundraising, donor cultivation visits, proposals and solicitations, private grants, events and activities. This position will be responsible for a portfolio of donors and measurable annual fundraising goals must be met.
ABOUT YOU
You will assist in the coordinated matrix of communication and solicitation strategies involving email, direct mail, phone/mail, personal visitation, events, and volunteer/board engagement, all focused on shaping a sustainable tradition of annual support, in collaboration with the Executive Director of Institutional Advancement and Community Relations
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in Communications or Marketing, or related field from an accredited college or university.
- Minimum of two (2) years’ successful professional experience in fundraising and events.
- Must demonstrate fundraising skills thru resume by supplying a range of dollar gifts raised annually over the last two to five years, including largest gift raised within that time.
- Strong writing, speaking, and human relations skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently, within a team environment, and with a wide range of people and groups; self-starter.
- Ability to provide direction and motivation to others through communication, modeling appropriate behavior, optimism, and high achievement.
- Proficient use of computer technology related to word processing, data management and research, social media and e-marketing, and publishing/design. Knowledge of Donor Perfect software is a plus; prospect research experience is a plus.
- Demonstrated analytical and fundraising skills with the ability to recognize opportunities, identify critical, high-pay-off activities, and prioritize them to attain goals.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communication, public relations or a related field.
- Experience working with individuals with sensory impairments.
- Two (2) years or more of direct fundraising experience.
- Development and writing of fundraising and development materials, grants, and proposals, as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- In collaboration with the Executive Director of Institutional Advancement and Community Relations, set annual fundraising goals.
- Develop and implement a weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reporting system for all fundraising activities for which the position is responsible.
- Assist in the planning for the 3continued growth and expansion of the AIDB Foundation President’s Council annual fund program.
- Manage a prospect pool of potential annual fund donors with annual goals for personal visits and giving outcomes.
- Coordinate and direct special event fundraising activities.
- Work with the Institutional Advancement team in coordinating and developing other AIDB events, activities, and projects as assigned.
- Must oversee and coordinate the Chapel program.
- Coordinate and direct annual AIDB Employee Giving Campaign.
- Coordinate fundraising activities as assigned by the Office of the President and/or Vice President.
- Coordinate and direct grants and special fundraising programs for the Regional Centers.
- Interface with other areas of AIDB in developing fundraising priorities and funding opportunities.
- Participate in community relations efforts; present or coordinate programs to nurture relationships with service or civic organizations.
- Support the public relations and fundraising initiatives of the Institute.
- Willing and able to travel during work day; some nights and weekends, as required.
- Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of the Office of Institutional Advancement.
- Must obtain within the first thirty (36) months of employment a sign language proficiency level of SURVIVAL according to the AIDB evaluation system. Training is provided.
- Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB
REPORTS TO: Executive Director of Institutional Advancement and Community Relations
BENEFITS: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Available
Alabama State TRS Retirement
Deferred Compensation Options Available
Paid Time Off
13 Paid Holidays
Onsite Daycare
SALARY: PI-52- $53,599 - $71,503
260-day position
Direct deposit is required
This is a non-exempt position and is subject to overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: February 16,2026
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