Director of Development, Global Philanthropy

New York University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

New York University seeks a Director of Development, Global Philanthropy to manage a portfolio of high-net-worth international donors. This position involves designing and executing engagement and fundraising strategies while cultivating long-term relationships with stakeholders. The preferred candidate should have 7+ years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree, and the ability to travel internationally. NYU offers a hybrid work arrangement and competitive salary range from $125,000 to $165,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 7+ years relevant experience or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Prior experience in major gift fundraising within global markets and/or higher education settings.
• Proficiency in diverse cultures, languages, customs, and fundraising laws, particularly in Europe and Latin America.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a portfolio of high-net-worth international donors.
• Design and execute donor engagement and major gift fundraising strategies.
• Cultivate long-term relationships with international stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to take initiative

Working knowledge of various software applications

Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite

Ability to travel internationally

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree or completion of a fundraising certificate program

Job description

Position Summary

University Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) is dedicated to soliciting the private funding necessary to support the strategic goals of the University in teaching, learning, and research. The personnel of UDAR work university-wide as well as within individual schools and colleges of the University to discover, motivate, cultivate, solicit, and steward alumni, parents, faculty, and friends for immediate, long-range, and future financial support, through gifts and pledges to the University, for critical operations such as student aid, faculty support, academic and research program development, and facilities and infrastructure. UDAR's endeavors raise funds for immediate University use and also for the University's endowment.

The Director of Development, Global Philanthropy will develop and manage a portfolio of high-net-worth international donors and prospects, with the goal of achieving progressively ambitious fundraising goals. Partner with UDAR leadership, deans, lead fundraisers, and University leadership to design and execute region-specific donor engagement and major gift fundraising strategies. The position will involve frequent international travel and require a strong understanding of the NYU global network, cultural dynamics, and policies and regulations related to philanthropy. Cultivate long-term relationships with international stakeholders in the assigned regions, identify new funding opportunities, and provide strategic guidance to ensure alignment with NYU’s global objectives and priorities.

UDAR encourages work-life integration for our employees, therefore this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

Required Education:Bachelor's DegreePreferred Education:Master's Degree or completion of a fundraising certificate programRequired Experience:7+ years relevant experience or equivalent combination of experience and educationRequired Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to take initiative and collaborate with others

Working knowledge of various software applications

Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite

Ability to travel internationallyPreferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:Strong verbal and written communications skills, intellectual curiosity and interest about topics related to the University's funding priorities, engaging conversationalist, active listener, ability to demonstrate empathy

Prior experience in major gift fundraising within global markets and/or higher education settings

Proficiency in and understanding of diverse cultures, languages, customs, as well as fundraising laws and best practices, particularly in Europe and Latin America

Additional Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $125,000.00 to USD $165,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items. NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.