Director of Development & Major Gifts

California State University, Fresno

Fresno (CA)

On-site

USD 92,000 - 97,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

This Director of Development position at California State University, Fresno leads major gift initiatives for the Jordan College of Agricultural Sciences and Technology and Ag One Foundation. It reports to senior development leadership and partners with the Dean to drive development strategies and campaigns that support students and programs.

The role emphasizes donor engagement, proposal development, collaborative leadership, and travel as needed to build relationships with diverse supporters

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
Minimum four years of progressively responsible fundraising or related experience.
Ability to work with individuals and groups and as part of a team.
Appreciation of the importance of education.

Responsibilities

Identify, cultivate and solicit major gifts from individuals, corporations and foundations.
Plan and implement development and Jordan College-based campaign strategies.
Collaborate with the Dean, VPUA, AVP and SDOD/ED on strategy and volunteer leadership.
Engage diverse faculty, staff, alumni and community partners to advance fundraising goals.

Skills

Fundraising success

Proposal writing

Collaboration

CRM proficiency

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

4+ years fundraising / related experience

Team-oriented mindset

Appreciation of education's importance

Tools

CRM/database systems

Job description

The role emphasizes donor engagement, proposal development, collaborative leadership, and travel as needed to build relationships with diverse supporters

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