Development Director, Donor Relations & Partnerships

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Carolina's Spartanburg Community College Foundation seeks a Director of Development to lead fundraising initiatives, cultivate major gifts, and advance campaigns that benefit student success and workforce development.

The role manages donor relations across corporate, foundation, and individual prospects, develops strategies, and collaborates with college leadership to secure philanthropic support and deliver on strategic priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• 3–5 years progressively responsible fundraising experience.
• CFRE certification preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Lead development strategy to advance fundraising for SCC Foundation and Spartanburg Community College.
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward donor relationships across corporate, foundation, and individual portfolios.
• Develop proposals, reports, and presentations; partner with leadership to meet fundraising targets.

Skills

Donor relations

Fundraising strategy

Strategic planning

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

CFRE certification

Tools

CRM/database management

Job description

State of South Carolina's Spartanburg Community College Foundation seeks a Director of Development to lead fundraising initiatives, cultivate major gifts, and advance campaigns that benefit student success and workforce development.

The role manages donor relations across corporate, foundation, and individual prospects, develops strategies, and collaborates with college leadership to secure philanthropic support and deliver on strategic priorities.