Development Lead: Donor Relations & Giving Programs

UCI group; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

UC Irvine is seeking an Assistant Director of Development to lead annual giving and major gift fundraising initiatives. You will manage donor relations, craft fundraising programs, and coordinate communications to alumni, friends, and corporations.

The role requires collaboration across departments, adherence to University policies, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and high integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of fundraising cycles and donor engagement.

Responsibilities

• Qualify, cultivate, and solicit new and existing donors.
• Engage donor relations and manage fundraising programs.
• Meet fundraising metrics and coordinate leadership meetings.

Skills

Fundraising knowledge

Donor relations

Public relations

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Discretion & confidentiality

Team collaboration

Diversity & inclusion

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce

MS Office

Donor management databases

Job description

UC Irvine is seeking an Assistant Director of Development to lead annual giving and major gift fundraising initiatives. You will manage donor relations, craft fundraising programs, and coordinate communications to alumni, friends, and corporations.

The role requires collaboration across departments, adherence to University policies, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and high integrity.