Advancement Director: Major Gifts & Strategy

Association of Fundraising Professionals; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston System—Houston Public Media seeks an experienced fundraising leader to develop and manage a strategic plan for an assigned college or unit. This role serves as the chief development officer for the unit, reporting to the dean and to UH Advancement, and requires knowledge of personal solicitation and basic planned giving.

You will direct development activities, create a comprehensive fundraising plan, manage a portfolio of prospects typically $25,000 to $100,000, and

Qualifications

• Formal, directly job-related four-year degree.
• Minimum three years of directly job-related experience.
• Knowledge of personal solicitation and planned giving.
• Equal Opportunity Employer; all positions security sensitive.

Responsibilities

• Directs development activities and creates a comprehensive fundraising plan.
• Manages a portfolio of prospects typically $25,000–$100,000.
• Identifies, cultivates and solicits prospects; stewards donors.
• Participates in major gift opportunities with UH Advancement.
• Provides guidance on personal solicitation of gifts and other matters.
• May manage development staff and administer the budget for the unit.
• Participates in university-wide development activities as needed.
• Supports alumni relations, publications, events, and media relations.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Prospect development

Donor cultivation

Education

Four-year degree or equivalent

Job description

The University of Houston System—Houston Public Media seeks an experienced fundraising leader to develop and manage a strategic plan for an assigned college or unit. This role serves as the chief development officer for the unit, reporting to the dean and to UH Advancement, and requires knowledge of personal solicitation and basic planned giving.

You will direct development activities, create a comprehensive fundraising plan, manage a portfolio of prospects typically $25,000 to $100,000, and