Associate Director of Philanthropy

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Programs

Disability Plans

Life Insurance

Accident Plan

Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

12 Holidays Each Year

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Childcare benefits

Wellness & Recreation Membership

Wellness Programs

Job summary

North Carolina State University seeks an Associate Director of Philanthropy to support the College of Education’s annual fundraising goals. You will work with the Senior Director and NC State advancement staff to identify, qualify, and cultivate alumni and donors to secure private philanthropic support.

You will build a robust donor portfolio, drive solicitation strategies, and collaborate across campus to advance gifts and strengthen the Wolfpack community.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of three (3) years or greater of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, and ethics of fundraising
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; outstanding interpersonal skills
• Proven experience with cold calling, negotiating, and closing business deals / gifts
• Ability to build trust-based, respectful and effective relationships in a large, complex organization
• Strong organizational skills with a high attention to detail; ability to manage multiple and competing priorities

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a pipeline and portfolio of individual prospects with capacity to make gifts in the $25,000-$99,999 range to the College of Education.
• Meet fundraising goals including monthly meetings and annual solicitations; document activities.
• Develop a new portfolio of donors through discovery and qualification.
• Assist in developing strategies for cultivation, solicitation, and recognition.
• Coordinate and host campus visits by donors and participate in donor recognition.
• Develop strategic relationships among faculty, alumni, friends, and campus colleagues to increase philanthropic funding.
• Represent the College of Education at college and university donor events.

Skills

Fundraising knowledge

Communication skills

Relationship building

Negotiation

Organization

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Computer literacy

CRM experience

Job description

Posting Information

Posting Number: PG195019EP

Internal Recruitment: No

Working Title: Associate Director of Philanthropy

Anticipated Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience and education

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8a - 5p and other hours as needed to fulfill the duties of this position; flexible work arrangement available.

Job Location: Raleigh, NC

Department: University Development

About the Department

North Carolina State University was founded in 1887 with the purpose of creating economic, societal and intellectual prosperity for the people of North Carolina. Today, NC State is the largest university in North Carolina, with more than 40,500 high-performing students, more than 10,000 preeminent faculty and staff and more than 310,000 dedicated alumni. NC State is a Research One (R1) university known for its leadership in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. We're also at the forefront of teaching and discovery in agriculture, business, design, education, humanities and social sciences, natural resources, textiles and veterinary medicine. NC State is consistently named as one of the best values in higher education, and many of our programs are ranked at the top of their respective disciplines. We take a great deal of pride in our collaborative, supportive and collegial team culture. All staff are provided opportunities for training and professional development, with an eye to personalized career growth.

As one of the nation's top-ranked colleges of education, NC State's College of Education leads the way in North Carolina in preparing extraordinary educators, conducting transformational research, and engaging communities where they are to improve the educational outcomes of all learners and advance the greater good. The college's faculty are widely-recognized thought leaders who use their research to transform the practice of teaching, learning, and leading. They have particular strengths in improving technology-enhanced learning and teaching, fostering community-based learning and PK-16 partnerships; and innovating leadership and workforce development, educational policy, and evaluation. The college has over 1,600 students studying across five graduate certificates, seven undergraduate majors, two undergraduate minors, 13 master's degrees, three Ph.D., and two Ed.D. programs housed in three academic departments. The college has over 18,000 living alumni, with over 6,000 working in public schools in every county in North Carolina. Those who are teachers rate among the highest in effectiveness on surveys of school employers in North Carolina.

The mission of University Advancement at NC State is to amplify the university's local and global impact by nurturing lifelong relationships, championing philanthropy and strengthening the Wolfpack community. The division is composed of six teams - Advancement Services; Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving; Finance, Administration and Talent Management; Principal Gifts Program; University Development; and University Special Events and Experiences - that build relationships across the university and beyond to ensure a best-in-class experience for alumni, friends and donors.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties

Reporting to the Senior Director of Philanthropy, the Associate Director of Philanthropy will help manage fundraising activities and support the achievement of the College of Education's annual fundraising goals. This position works both independently and in conjunction with the Senior Director for Philanthropy to build a pipeline of prospects and donors. The Associate Director of Philanthropy will collaborate closely with NC State advancement staff and volunteers in identifying, qualifying, and developing relationships with alumni and donors to solicit and secure private philanthropic support for the college.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Through strategic identification, qualification, and cultivation, build and manage a pipeline and portfolio of individual prospects with the capacity and inclination to make current use gifts of $25,000-$99,999 to the College of Education.
• Consistently meet individual discovery, contact and fundraising goals including monthly meetings and participation in annual solicitations; document all development activities in a timely manner.
• Focus on creating a new portfolio of donors by managing and moving efficiently through the discovery and qualification process.
• Assist the college's Senior Director in developing and implementing strategies for cultivation, solicitation, stewardship and recognition, ensuring that prospects are advanced through the pipeline in a thoughtful and deliberate manner.
• Coordinate and host campus visits by donors, and participate in donor recognition.
• Develop strategic relationships among faculty, alumni, friends, and campus colleagues that result in effective partnerships and increased philanthropic funding.
• Represent the College of Education at college and university-wide donor events.

Other Responsibilities

• Regular local travel and some regional/out-of-state travel is required for this position.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of three (3) years or greater of relevant experience.

Other Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of principles, practices, and ethics of fundraising
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; outstanding interpersonal skills
• Proven experience with cold calling, negotiating, and closing business deals / gifts
• Ability to build trust-based, respectful and effective relationships in a large, complex organization
• Commitment to a collegial and collaborative team approach to fundraising
• Strong organizational skills with a high attention to detail; ability to manage multiple and competing priorities
• Self-motivated and self-starting
• Unquestioned integrity
• Optimism, perseverance, and a positive attitude
• Computer literacy and competency

Preferred Qualifications

• Personal belief in mission, goals, and objectives of public higher education, particularly as they relate to education.
• Experience in higher education institutional advancement
• An understanding of the land grant, research Tier One university environment

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

• A valid North Carolina Driver's License is required within 60 days of start date. Must be maintained as a condition of employment.

Valid NC Driver's License required: Yes

Commercial Driver's License required: No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date: 11/06/2026

Anticipated Close Date: Open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants: In addition to your application, please submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for at least three professional references.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Position Details

Position Number: 00112415

Position Type: Exempt Professional Staff

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week): 1.00

Appointment: 12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather: Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events: Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Department ID: 082001 - University Development

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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