Associate Athletic Director of Advancement and Associate Director of Major Gifts

National Collegiate Athletic Association; Michigan; On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in collegiate athletics is seeking an experienced development officer to enhance relationships with major donors, focusing on fundraising and engagement. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree and significant experience in fundraising, sales, and marketing, among other skills. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, capable of independent work, and possess strong communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Three years’ relevant experience required.
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills necessary.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Develops relationship strategies for prospects in assigned portfolio.
• Engages alumni and faculty in development activities.
• Assists with gift proposals and donor fulfillment.

Skills

Communication

Fundraising

Sales

Marketing

Teamwork

Self-Motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

General Summary

Identifies and promotes relationships with major donors with an emphasis on emerging gifts.

Major Duties

• Develops and promotes relationship strategies for prospects in an assigned portfolio.
• Successfully engages alumni, faculty, staff and constituents in intercollegiate athletics development activities.
• Oversees and assists with Bronco Athletic Fund benefit fulfillment to successfully steward donors.
• Assists with premium seating solicitations and logistics.
• Assists with identifying potential prospects, including determining the interest and affiliation with the University.
• Builds relationships with donors and assists in coordinating strategies and personal visits for the involvement of institutional partners.
• Assists with gift proposals and agreements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field from an accredited institution.
• Three years’ relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, advertising, public relations, communications or related field.
• Demonstrated professionalism.
• Capable of motivating volunteers and donors.
• Strong self-motivation.
• Ability to work as a team member in a complex organization.
• Ability to travel.
• Ability to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including evenings and weekends.