Development Executive - Major Gifts & Campaign Leadership

California State University, Monterey Bay; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,004; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Vacation accrual

Educational incentives

Access to affordable housing

Job summary

A mid-sized university in California is seeking an Assistant Vice President of Development to lead fundraising initiatives and manage donor relationships. Responsibilities include setting annual fundraising goals and overseeing a team dedicated to significant contributions in support of university priorities. The ideal candidate will have at least ten years of fundraising experience, including success in managing a team and significant gift fundraising. This position offers an attractive benefits package and is designed for a dynamic leader passionate about higher education.

Qualifications

• Ten years of professional experience in development or fundraising roles.
• Minimum of 3 years management experience.
• Success in major gift fundraising over $100,000.

Responsibilities

• Lead Development team to identify and cultivate major gift donors.
• Set annual fundraising goals in collaboration with the VP.
• Oversee preparation of proposals and compliance with fundraising policies.

Skills

Donor-centered fundraising

Fundraising techniques

Proposal development

Campaign management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM database

Microsoft Office Professional Suite

Raiser's Edge NXT

Google Mail and Calendaring

Job description

A mid-sized university in California is seeking an Assistant Vice President of Development to lead fundraising initiatives and manage donor relationships. Responsibilities include setting annual fundraising goals and overseeing a team dedicated to significant contributions in support of university priorities. The ideal candidate will have at least ten years of fundraising experience, including success in managing a team and significant gift fundraising. This position offers an attractive benefits package and is designed for a dynamic leader passionate about higher education.