Annual Giving Manager Bismarck, ND

Location of Work: Headquarters Office in Bismarck, ND

Delta Waterfowl is The Duck Hunters Organization, a leading conservation group founded in 1911. We work to produce ducks through intensive management programs and conservation of breeding duck habitat. Delta conducts vital waterfowl research and promotes and protects the continuing tradition of waterfowl hunting in North America.

Our Mission

Delta uses science-based solutions to produce ducks, conserve prairie wetlands, and ensure the future of waterfowl hunting.

Our Vision

Abundant ducks and endless opportunities for all waterfowl hunters.

Delta's international headquarters is located in Bismarck, North Dakota. Currently, our dedicated team consists of almost 100 employees, of which about half work within our headquarters office and the other half work remotely throughout the U.S. and Canada. Our organization has experienced tremendous growth over the last few years and this is expected to continue. This is an exciting time for Delta as we look to the future, and we are looking for talented and skilled individuals who have a passion to perform meaningful work to join our team

JOB SUMMARY

The Annual Giving Manager at Delta Waterfowl is responsible for leading and executing the organization's annual giving program, ensuring strong donor engagement, membership renewals, and campaign success. This role combines strategic fundraising leadership with operational oversight to deliver a seamless donor experience and maximize annual revenue in support of Delta Waterfowl's mission to conserve waterfowl and secure the future of duck hunting across North America.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Provide direct management of the Annual Giving Department and its processes.
2. Plan, coordinate, and manage Annual Giving projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with budgets, timelines, and resource requirements.
3. Oversee project work, workflows, and responsibilities for Annual Giving Campaigns while leading membership renewal initiatives and driving strong, year-round member engagement.
4. Analyze Annual Giving performance and prepare reports using key program metrics.
5. Assist in answering and resolving Annual Giving inquiries with professionalism and accuracy.
6. Maintain accurate daily CRM data, including donations, memberships, and other revenue.
7. Lead the Delta Waterfowl Batch Fulfillment process and ensure efficient logistics with fulfillment partners.
8. Oversee inventory for Annual Giving programs and manage in-house fulfillment for Delta Store merchandise.
9. Process, track, and reconcile Annual Giving-related invoices.
10. Coordinate sweepstakes and promotional programs, including compliance with third-party legal teams, winner communications, and prize distribution.
11. Support additional Development and organizational projects as assigned.
12. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. High school diploma or equivalent, plus a minimum of three years of related professional experience; or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience.
2. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
3. Works effectively with both the public and colleagues across departments.
4. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the full Microsoft Office Suite; comfort working with CRM databases and digital tools.
5. Resourceful and adaptable, with the ability to find solutions and adjust quickly to change.
6. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to follow detailed instructions.
7. Dependable, proactive, and customer-focused in all interactions.
8. Willingness to travel occasionally as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and listen. The employee requires dexterity in using telephone, computer keyboard, mouse, calculator and other office equipment. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and navigate stairs. The employee must be able to lift and move up to 40 pounds unassisted. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

EMPLOYEE ATTRIBUTES

Determined | We are fully committed to achieving our mission of producing ducks and securing the future of waterfowl hunting.

Experienced | We recognize the value our team brings in knowledge, skills, and abilities, and we embrace professional development opportunities to maximize our collective future potential.

Lively | We make sure enthusiasm and positive energy is present in everything we do.

Team Focused | We seek strong collaborative partnerships with others and recognize the value each person brings to achieve our collective goals.

Accountable | We work hard to earn the trust of our donors, the public, and each other, and hold ourselves accountable to the highest professional standards.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Please submit the following documents to

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Three Professional References

Delta Waterfowl is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.