Director of Development – Major Gifts Strategy

Augustana University

Sioux Falls (SD)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Augustana University is seeking a Director of Development to lead an Advancement portfolio focused on major gifts and donor engagement. You will connect donor interests with the University’s priorities, and work with faculty and leadership to advance fundraising priorities.

The role requires managing a portfolio of prospects, developing strategies, traveling regionally, and presenting compelling gift opportunities. A bachelor’s degree and several years in fundraising are expected.

Qualifications

> Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
> 3+ years of successful fundraising experience, including direct solicitation and closing five-, six-, and seven-figure gifts.
> Experience working in higher education preferred.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain a portfolio of at least 150 qualified major gift prospects within one year.
Develop individualized strategies for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors and prospects.
Conduct 12–15 quality visits per month with major gift prospects.
Present 2–3 major gift proposals per month.
Update donor and prospect ratings based on research and engagement.
Manage donor relationships and moves management using the university’s system.
Develop giving opportunities including annual, capital, endowment, and planned gifts.
Collaborate with faculty, leaders, trustees, and Advancement team to advance fundraising priorities.
Meet or exceed annual fundraising and donor engagement goals.