Development Lead for School of Medicine

University of Georgia; Kentucky; On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia's School of Medicine seeks an Assistant Director of Development to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward philanthropic support for the School’s priorities. You will manage a donor portfolio with gifts ranging from $1,500 to $50,000, and collaborate with senior staff to advance major and planned giving opportunities.

The role requires building relationships with alumni, physicians, foundations, and community partners, with frequent travel across Georgia and the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent.
• Experience in fundraising, donor relations, or related leadership roles.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a donor portfolio with discovery, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Coordinate annual giving initiatives and donor engagement activities.
• Travel within Georgia and the southeastern United States for donor meetings.
• Prepare donor proposals and materials; advance next steps with donors.
• Collaborate with Development teams to align campaigns with university priorities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems/donor database

Job description

University of Georgia's School of Medicine seeks an Assistant Director of Development to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward philanthropic support for the School’s priorities. You will manage a donor portfolio with gifts ranging from $1,500 to $50,000, and collaborate with senior staff to advance major and planned giving opportunities.

The role requires building relationships with alumni, physicians, foundations, and community partners, with frequent travel across Georgia and the