Director of Development, Arts & Humanities (Major Gifts)

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia in Athens, GA seeks a Director of Development for the Fine & Performing Arts and Humanities. This exempt, full-time role leads fundraising initiatives, builds a portfolio of major gifts, and collaborates with Franklin College leadership to advance donor-centered priorities.

The position emphasizes strategic planning, portfolio management for 50+ gifts, and coordination with university fundraisers to support arts and sciences growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience.
• Strong communications, leadership, and donor-centered fundraising abilities.
• Proficient with Word, databases, and email tools.
• Commitment to integrity, excellent service, and ethical conduct.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with an identified division to provide development strategic planning.
• Develop and manage a portfolio of 50+ major ($50K+ gift size) or principal ($1M+ gift size) prospects, meeting annual goals.
• Move donors through the stages of development: qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.
• Prepare timely, accurate proposals and presentations for potential donors, communicating with prospects through diverse methods.
• Record donor meetings, interactions and plans in the GAIL database, and demonstrate leadership in data integrity.
• Collaborate with University fundraisers on Franklin priorities and align them with overall donor-centered strategies.

Skills

Communications

Leadership

Customer service

Computer skills

Professionalism

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

5 years experience

Tools

GAIL database

Job description

University of Georgia in Athens, GA seeks a Director of Development for the Fine & Performing Arts and Humanities. This exempt, full-time role leads fundraising initiatives, builds a portfolio of major gifts, and collaborates with Franklin College leadership to advance donor-centered priorities.

The position emphasizes strategic planning, portfolio management for 50+ gifts, and coordination with university fundraisers to support arts and sciences growth.