CALES Senior Director of Development - Major Gifts Leader

ADP, Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 160,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Arizona Foundation seeks a Senior Director of Development for CALES in Tucson, AZ. You will lead major gifts, build a 50–70 donor portfolio, and design fundraising strategies to meet $3M+ annual targets after onboarding.

You’ll supervise staff, partner with college leadership, and drive donor engagement across the CALES portfolio. This is a senior leadership role with 70% time on fundraising and 30% on management, reporting to the AVP Development and collaborating with the PA E

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of nine years in major gift fundraising.
• Proven leadership in planning, executing, and closing major solicitations.
• Experience building and managing a donor portfolio.
• Ability to travel throughout Arizona and attend meetings.

Responsibilities

• Lead CALES fundraising and major gift strategy.
• Develop and manage a donor portfolio of 50–70 prospects.
• Oversee staff, including hiring and performance management.
• Collaborate with Dean, VP, and College leadership.

Skills

Major gift fundraising

Portfolio management

Strategic planning

Donor relations

Leadership

Lynx CRM

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Lynx CRM

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Arizona Foundation seeks a Senior Director of Development for CALES in Tucson, AZ. You will lead major gifts, build a 50–70 donor portfolio, and design fundraising strategies to meet $3M+ annual targets after onboarding.

You’ll supervise staff, partner with college leadership, and drive donor engagement across the CALES portfolio. This is a senior leadership role with 70% time on fundraising and 30% on management, reporting to the AVP Development and collaborating with the PA E