Development Director, Major Gifts & Campaigns

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Irvine is seeking a Director of Development within the School of Physical Sciences to secure philanthropic investments supporting the school’s priorities. The position collaborates with the Executive Director of Development, Dean, and department leaders to plan and execute fundraising strategies and major gift solicitations.

The role emphasizes donor relations, proposal development, and coordination across University Advancement.

Qualifications

• Advanced fundraising and donor relations knowledge.
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication.
• Ability to present persuasively to secure gifts.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organises, and directs large-scale fundraising campaigns with multiple components.
• Develops and manages a major gift portfolio and solicits gifts.
• Identifies funding opportunities and supports leadership in fundraising priorities.
• Manages donor communications, reports, and donor stewardship.
• Maintains data in donor databases and coordinates with Advancement teams.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Public relations

Proposal writing

Communication skills

Project management

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Event planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related area or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Salesforce

Job description

UC Irvine is seeking a Director of Development within the School of Physical Sciences to secure philanthropic investments supporting the school’s priorities. The position collaborates with the Executive Director of Development, Dean, and department leaders to plan and execute fundraising strategies and major gift solicitations.

The role emphasizes donor relations, proposal development, and coordination across University Advancement.