Director of Development I, CALS

University of Idaho Careers; Moscow (ID); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Idaho in Moscow, ID is seeking a Director of Development I, CALS to expand major gift opportunities and lead a fundraising program within the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences.

You will manage a portfolio of major gift prospects, conduct face-to-face visits, develop proposals, and secure gifts of $25,000+ from individuals, corporations, and foundations, while collaborating with college staff to align priorities.

Qualifications

• Three years in fundraising or related work experience such as high-level sales, marketing or constituent based outreach.
• Working in an environment dependent on developing and maintaining positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual fundraising plans and strategies to achieve revenue targets.
• Identify and pursue new funding opportunities through grant writing, sponsorship proposals and other fundraising initiatives.
• Focus on securing gifts of $25,000 or higher.
• Collaborate with program staff to align fundraising efforts with organizational priorities and impact goals.
• Stay informed about current trends and best practices in fundraising and philanthropy, applying relevant knowledge to enhance the organization’s fundraising strategy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Relationship building

Travel willingness

Nonstandard hours

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Appointment Information

Working Title:Director of Development I, CALS

Division/College:3913-Development

Department:604-FDN Development

Location:Moscow

FTE:1

Advertising Pay Range:$90,000 annually, or higher commensurate with experience

Is this position contingent on work and/or funding:False

FLSA Status: Exempt

Type of Appointment: Full Fiscal Year

Position Overview:

This position is responsible for increasing major gift opportunities. Specific responsibilities include management of assigned prospects with cultivation activities, face-to-face visits, proposal development, identification and solicitation of major gifts of $25,000 or more from individuals, corporations and foundations. This position is a key member of the college/unit fundraising team and works collaboratively to achieve fundraising goals for the college/unit and the university.

Duties may include:

• Develop and implement annual fundraising plans and strategies to achieve revenue targets
• Identify and pursue new funding opportunities through grant writing, sponsorship proposals and other fundraising initiatives
• Focus on securing gifts of $25,000 or higher
• Collaborate with program staff to align fundraising efforts with organizational priorities and impact goals
• Stay informed about current trends and best practices in fundraising and philanthropy, applying relevant knowledge to enhance the organization’s fundraising strategy
• Other duties as assigned

Positions at this level typically manage a portfolio of 100 or more major gift prospects and donors. They are expected to make at least 100 strategic moves and 20 solicitations of $25,000 or more. Each year, they are expected to have raised at least $1,000,000.

Required Experience:

• Three years in fundraising or related work experience such as high-level sales, marketing or constituent based outreach
• Working in an environment dependent on developing and maintaining positive relationships

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree

Required Other:

• Ability to travel
• Ability to work nonstandard business hours, including weekends and holidays
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles

Additional Preferred:

• Experience with volunteer boards and committees
• Experience or education in one of the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences disciplines or related disciplines
• Familiarity with database computer systems and applications, preferably customer relationship management systems
• Public relations or marketing experience
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills, using proper grammar and punctuation as demonstrated in application materials
• Effective organizational and marketing skills
• Knowledge of development activities, preferably in higher education

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• None

Posting Information

Open Until Filled: True

Visa Sponsorship:No

Degree Requirement Timeline:Degree required at time of hire