Director for Campaign Strategy and Donor Development

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Director for Campaign Strategy and Donor Development to lead donor engagement across the School of Law’s advancement efforts. The role focuses on developing relationships with alumni and friends in NC and nationwide, guiding campaign strategy and board governance.

The position emphasizes strategic vision, donor development, and effective volunteer management to support annual and capital campaigns and to expand the donor pipeline for Carolina

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to manage volunteers or boards.
• Must be self-motivated, proactive, organized with detail.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to engage key stakeholders and donors with diplomacy.
• Ability to work independently on multiple projects.
• Strong computer skills with office software proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Support advancement goals through strategic outreach and campaigns.
• Develop and maintain relationships with alumni and donors.
• Lead and engage volunteer boards and volunteers.
• Provide guidance for prospect development with frontline fundraisers.

Skills

Volunteer management

Board management

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Independence

Computer skills

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s and 0-2 years’ experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

PowerPoint

Canva

Job description

Department:

School of Law-360001

Career Area :

Development and Fundraising

Posting Open Date:

09/15/2026

Application Deadline:

09/29/2026

Open Until Filled:

No

Position Type:

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title:

Director for Campaign Strategy and Donor Development

Appointment Type:

EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number:

20078183

Vacancy ID:

NF0010032

Full Time/Part Time:

Full-Time Permanent

FTE:

1

Hours per week:

40

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

Commensurate with education, skills, and experience.

Proposed Start Date:

10/26/2026

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

UNC School of Law of Law Office of Advancement’s purpose is to support the mission of the School by raising private resources to enhance financial support for students, faculty, programs, and facilities and to engage new alumni and friends to bolster our donor pipeline. The Office of Advancement provides leadership and services to all areas of the law school, serving as a focal point for annual giving, application development and IT support; campaign management; constituent programs; donor development, corporation and foundation grants, donor relations; gift planning; advancement services industry relations; marketing/communications; principal gifts; prospect management, research and analytics; regional strategy; scholarships and student aid; law school events; and volunteer engagement.
UNC School of Law is proud of its donor-centered philosophy, pursuing activities that always respect the interests and intentions of the donor as well as the Law School and greater University. The organization’s collaborative nature is a critical component to fulfilling our mission of raising private funds to benefit the university.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and transferable skills.

Position Summary:

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
Under the direct supervision of the Associate Dean for Advancement, the Director for Campaign Strategy and Donor Development helps support the goals of the University and School of Law through the School’s strategic outreach and involvement annual and capital campaigns, volunteer leadership who engage and contribute to the School, and identifying and developing relationships with alumni and friends of Carolina Law in North Carolina and across the country. This role blends strategic vision, donor development, volunteer engagement and board management to support several key boards at the Law School. Additionally, this role manages a portfolio of volunteers and seeks to continue their journey with the Law School by encouraging meaningful and impactful giving, and managing and providing strategic guidance for prospect development with all frontline fundraisers.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Master’s or Bachelor’s and 0-2 years’ experience; or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Demonstrated ability to manage volunteers or boards. Must be self-motivated, proactive, innovative, and extremely organized with great attention to detail. Given the multiple boards and volunteers this person will both interact with and engage, ability to multitask and prioritize a great number of tasks/projects each day often in a fast-paced environment interacting with a wide range of people is critical. This individual must have excellent customer service, interpersonal and communication (both verbal and written) skills. Ability to interact with key stakeholders, top donors and maintain diplomacy. This individual must be able to work relatively independently on many projects. This position demands excellent computer skills, with proficiency in Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint/Canva/equivalent, administrative skills, and willingness to stay on top of the latest upgrades. Must have a valid driver’s license. Ability to travel and work some evenings and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Knowledge of the law school, the University and its physical campus. Experience working in a higher education institution or non-profit.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.