Director of Development

Roompact LLC; Lüdenscheid; Vor Ort; USD 85.000 - 88.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company is seeking a Director of Development to manage major gift prospects and drive philanthropic support for university initiatives. The role involves extensive relationship building, strategic planning, and regular travel to engage with alumni and donors. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and analytical skills, along with a commitment to public higher education.

Qualifikationen

• Experience managing a fundraising portfolio in higher education or nonprofit settings.
• Proven track record of securing five- and six-figure gifts.

Aufgaben

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift prospects of $25K+.
• Manage a portfolio of 100-150 prospects to meet annual fundraising metrics.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Fundraising Databases

Data Analytics Tools

Banner

Raiser’s Edge CRM

Jobbeschreibung

Title: Director of Development

VP Area: Advancement & Alumni Relations - UMW

Department: Advancement

Campus Location: Main Campus

Advertised Range: $85,000-$88,000

Job Summary/Basic Functions

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as the Director of Development! The Director of Development is responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major and principal gift prospects of $25K+ to support university initiatives. Working closely with colleagues in Advancement and Alumni Engagement, and across the University, the Director manages a portfolio of 100-150 prospects capable of making current-use, endowed, or planned gifts of $25K or more. The role emphasizes developing long-term relationships that lead to sustained philanthropic support. The Director will meet annual metrics for prospects visited, proposals presented, and dollars raised. This position requires extensive travel to visit alumni, donors, and prospects, along with regular interaction with the broader University community.

Required KSAs/Competencies/Qualifications

• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team, maintaining a positive, energetic, and proactive attitude
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with diverse populations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strategic thinking and analytical skills to prioritize prospects and align donor interests with University priorities
• High integrity and professionalism, with the ability to handle confidential information discreetly
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently, including overnight
• Proficiency with fundraising databases, data analytics tools, and Microsoft Office
• Understanding of fundraising best practices
• Excellent organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills
• Knowledge of planned giving vehicles
• Strong commitment to public higher education and philanthropy

Required Experience

• Managing a fundraising portfolio of major gift prospects in higher education or nonprofit settings
• Securing five- and six-figure gifts in similar settings

Additional Considerations

• Experience with Banner and Raiser’s Edge CRM
• Proven track record of meeting visit and revenue goals
• Volunteer management experience in fundraising
• Experience preparing campus partners and senior leaders for fundraising efforts
• Knowledge of artificial intelligence applications in fundraising

Experience

• Managing a major gift fundraising portfolio in higher education
• Securing planned gifts
• Experience with capital and comprehensive campaigns in higher education
• Leveraging artificial intelligence in fundraising

Special Instructions

Applicants will receive a confirmation upon successful submission. Check application status via "Your Application" in your account. Submit applications through https://jobs.umw.edu/. Selected candidates must pass a criminal background check and may undergo additional verification processes. For more information, visit http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/.

The University of Mary Washington is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on age, race, gender identity, disability, or other protected categories. We value access, inclusion, and diversity as core components of our educational mission.