Director of College Foundation & Alumni Engagement

Rowan-College-At-Burlington-County; Hartford (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Rowan College at Burlington County seeks an Executive Director to lead the RCBC Foundation, directing fundraising, alumni programs, and donor relations to advance the College's strategic priorities. Under the College President and foundation board input, the role builds programs, manages staff and budgets, oversees events, and cultivates external partnerships with business and community leaders.

A Bachelor's degree is required with 5–7 years of nonprofit fundraising and supervisory experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred.
• 5–7 years fundraising experience in a nonprofit.
• Experience with budgeting and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of gift instruments and tax compliance.
• Experience leading and developing a fundraising team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the RCBC Foundation fundraising and alumni programs.
• Oversee daily foundation operations, meetings, and records.
• Develop funding opportunities with local businesses and industries.
• Manage events and donor development initiatives.
• Recruit and supervise Foundation Board of Directors and committees.
• Oversee foundation budget and financial reporting.
• Ensure donors' intent and compliance with policies.

Skills

Fundraising leadership

Donor relations

Event planning

Budget management

Staff supervision

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Alumni engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Rowan College at Burlington County seeks an Executive Director to lead the RCBC Foundation, directing fundraising, alumni programs, and donor relations to advance the College's strategic priorities. Under the College President and foundation board input, the role builds programs, manages staff and budgets, oversees events, and cultivates external partnerships with business and community leaders.

A Bachelor's degree is required with 5–7 years of nonprofit fundraising and supervisory experience