Chief Planned Giving & Development Leader (Hybrid)

Marquette University Clg-Nurse; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Marquette University seeks a Managing Director of Development, Planned Giving to lead the university’s planned giving strategy and drive donor engagement and gift planning. The role oversees a team and partners with university leadership to advance the next comprehensive campaign.

The position requires extensive fundraising experience, strong communication, and a commitment to Marquette’s Jesuit mission. A hybrid work arrangement is available, with on-campus duties and remote work options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• At least 8 years in fundraising, legal, trust officer or business development.
• Excellent written and oral communication; superior interpersonal and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a comprehensive long-term strategy for planned giving that advances the university’s priorities.
• Oversee fundraising processes, donor engagement, stewardship, and campaign planning for planned giving.
• Manage a portfolio of donors and solicit major gifts.
• Lead supervision of Senior Director and Directors of Development, Planned Giving.
• Collaborate across University Advancement to align with university priorities.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree in Law or Business

Job description

Marquette University seeks a Managing Director of Development, Planned Giving to lead the university’s planned giving strategy and drive donor engagement and gift planning. The role oversees a team and partners with university leadership to advance the next comprehensive campaign.

The position requires extensive fundraising experience, strong communication, and a commitment to Marquette’s Jesuit mission. A hybrid work arrangement is available, with on-campus duties and remote work options.