Director of Advancement & Donor Partnerships

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 74,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is seeking a Director of Advancement within the Division of University Advancement to lead relationship-based fundraising, manage a portfolio of major donors, and drive revenue through strategic solicitations and campaigns. The role requires collaborating with internal teams to advance priorities and meet annual targets.

The position emphasizes strategic thinking, data-driven donor management, and independent initiative to cultivate high-capacity prospects and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum five years of professional fundraising experience with a track record of soliciting prospects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with computers and standard applications (Microsoft Office, Adobe).

Responsibilities

• Develops and updates prospect portfolios and recommends improvements to leadership.
• Develops and delivers targeted fundraising and communication programs for gift contributions.
• Serves as a unit liaison to internal and external constituencies and represents the institution’s interests.
• Identifies, promotes, and maintains donor relationships to generate gifts and reach funding goals.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication

Written communication

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CRM software

Job description

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is seeking a Director of Advancement within the Division of University Advancement to lead relationship-based fundraising, manage a portfolio of major donors, and drive revenue through strategic solicitations and campaigns. The role requires collaborating with internal teams to advance priorities and meet annual targets.

The position emphasizes strategic thinking, data-driven donor management, and independent initiative to cultivate high-capacity prospects and