Development Officer (Fundraising & Alumni Relations)

University of Northern Iowa; Cedar Falls (IA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls seeks a development leader to guide fundraising for the College of Education and UNI Foundation. The role offers progression through four levels—Assistant Director, Associate Director, Director, or Senior Director—based on performance and objectives achieved.

The position focuses on planning fundraising activities, coordinating donor programs and events, and building relationships with alumni and friends to secure support for university priorities.

Qualifications

• Assistant Director: 1+ year
• Associate Director: 2+ years
• Director: 3+ years
• Senior Director: 6+ years

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct and implement annually identified activities relevant to fundraising priorities and needs for the College of Education and University Advancement; coordinates external relations, donor programs and events that support the fundraising work plan; develops and implements current and new fundraising, recognition and stewardship programs as appropriate; makes individual contacts with alumni and friends to solicit funding support for college and university priorities; networks with department heads, faculty, and staff to facilitate resource development initiatives; and represents the college and UNI Foundation in a wide range of professional settings and to a wide range of constituents.
• Frequent overnight travel will be necessary.

Job description

University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls seeks a development leader to guide fundraising for the College of Education and UNI Foundation. The role offers progression through four levels—Assistant Director, Associate Director, Director, or Senior Director—based on performance and objectives achieved.

The position focuses on planning fundraising activities, coordinating donor programs and events, and building relationships with alumni and friends to secure support for university priorities.