Director of Development & Major Gifts

Western Illinois University; Macomb (IL); On-site; USD 69,528 - 77,256; Full time

Job summary

Western Illinois University seeks a Director of Development in Macomb, IL.

The role provides leadership for the College of Business and Technology’s fundraising program, reporting to the Assistant Vice President for University Advancement, and guiding major gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations to support academic priorities and the university’s strategic plan Higher Values in Higher Education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Demonstrated record of success in higher education or nonprofit fundraising, including knowledge of gift planning techniques and tools or experience in marketing/outside sales.
• Ability to build relationships and convey passion for WIU and the assigned college to raise funds.
• Strong written/spoken communication and ability to coordinate alumni, volunteers, faculty and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the College of Business and Technology’s fundraising program.
• Drive major gifts from individuals, corporations and foundations to support academic priorities and the university’s strategic plan.

Skills

Fundraising

Major gifts

Relationship building

Communication

Travel flexibility

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Western Illinois University seeks a Director of Development in Macomb, IL.

The role provides leadership for the College of Business and Technology’s fundraising program, reporting to the Assistant Vice President for University Advancement, and guiding major gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations to support academic priorities and the university’s strategic plan Higher Values in Higher Education.