Director, Major Gifts & Development

Florida Gulf Coast University; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Gulf Coast University is seeking a Director, Development to secure high-priority philanthropic support that advances the university's mission. The role manages a 75-100 prospect portfolio, primarily in Naples, conducting about 70 solicitations and targeting at least $2M raised annually.

Ideal candidates bring ten years of related experience or a Bachelor's with six years in advancement, plus expertise with Raiser's Edge and strong leadership, communication, and fundraising skills.

Qualifications

• Ten years of directly related full-time experience or a Bachelor's degree with six years of full-time related experience
• Experience in advancement, fundraising, or related field
• Demonstrated success identifying new funding donor sources
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher and Outlook

Responsibilities

• Develop fundraising strategies, goals, and objectives for assigned units, focusing on Naples market
• Prepare gift proposals, solicitation letters, and donor agreements
• Cultivate and manage a portfolio of mid-level donors and prospects
• Develop donor plans to move prospects from qualification to solicitation and document in NXT database
• Collaborate with University leadership to fund significant projects and programs
• Coordinate special events and programs for donors and prospects
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Strategic fundraising

Relationship management

Front-line donor solicitation

Public speaking

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Raiser’s Edge

Microsoft Office

Job description

Florida Gulf Coast University is seeking a Director, Development to secure high-priority philanthropic support that advances the university's mission. The role manages a 75-100 prospect portfolio, primarily in Naples, conducting about 70 solicitations and targeting at least $2M raised annually.

Ideal candidates bring ten years of related experience or a Bachelor's with six years in advancement, plus expertise with Raiser's Edge and strong leadership, communication, and fundraising skills.