Director of Development, School of Engineering

Mercer University; Illinois; Presencial; USD 90 000 - 120 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Mercer University seeks a dynamic Director of Development for the School of Engineering to lead strategic fundraising initiatives and cultivate alumni, community, and industry partnerships that expand support for the school’s mission and growth.

The role requires coordinating events, driving annual and campaign goals, and traveling as needed to engage external constituents and secure resources for Mercer University’s engineering initiatives.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related field with 2+ years of fundraising experience.
• Engineering background and CRM experience are highly desirable.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be travel-capable.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate fundraising, corporate relations, and alumni engagement events and activities.
• Encourage external constituents to partner with the Engineering School/University through time, service, and financial support.
• Ensure the School’s annual fund goal is met each fiscal year.
• Ensure the School’s campaign goals are met.
• Plan and orchestrate major alumni/external events and document outcomes in the CRM.
• Facilitate communication to develop mutually beneficial partnerships.

Conhecimentos

Relationship building

Event planning

Proposal writing

Office applications

Travel readiness

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in marketing or related field

Engineering background desirable

Ferramentas

CRM tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Title: Director of Development, School of Engineering

Department: University Advancement

College/Division: General University

Primary Job Posting Location: Macon, GA 31207

Additional Job Posting Locations: (Other locations that this position could be based)

Job Details

Mercer University is seeking a dynamic Director of Development for the School of Engineering to lead strategic fundraising initiatives and to cultivate alumni, community, and industry partnerships that will elevate impact, visibility, and resources to expand support for the school's mission and growth.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate fundraising, corporate relations, and alumni engagement events and activities to foster a continuing relationship between the Mercer University School of Engineering and its external constituents (alumni, friends, corporations, foundations, and government entities).
• Encourage the external constituents to partner with the Engineering School/University through their (or organization’s) time, service, and financial support (in collaboration with the Dean of Engineering).
• Ensure the School’s annual fund goal is met each fiscal year.
• Ensure the School’s campaign goals are met.
• Ensure the School’s major alumni/external events are planned and orchestrated successfully, and that meeting outcomes/interactions are appropriately recorded in the University Advancement’s CRM tool.
• Facilitate communication between the external constituents and the School and between the School and the University so that mutually beneficial partnerships are developed.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in marketing or a related field from an accredited college/university and two years of marketing/fundraising or related experience are required.
• Candidates with a background in engineering and/or prior experience working with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools are highly desirable.
• Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be insurable by the university's carrier as this position does require travel.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with others in order to build relationships.
• Ability to plan and organize meetings and other events in order to successfully engage alumni and friends of the University.
• Ability to write or edit proposals, letters and articles for the purpose of soliciting gifts and providing written information to constituents.
• Basic knowledge of work processing and spreadsheet applications for analysis and preparation of reports and correspondence.
• Ability to travel and work evenings and weekends to facilitate cultivation of constituents, and be insurable by the university's carrier as this position requires travel.
• Ability to multi-task in order to achieve goals in a timely manner.

Background Check Contingencies

• Criminal History
• Credit Check
• Approved Driver's Check

Required Document Attachments

• Resume
• Cover letter
• List of three professional references with contact information

About Mercer University

Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer’s twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer’s employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.

Why Work at Mercer University

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more! At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University. For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective-employees/

Why Work at Mercer

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid time off, technology discounts and so much more! At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University. For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective/

EEO Statement

EEO/Veteran/Disability Why Work at Mercer Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid time off, technology discounts and so much more!

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Job Family: Staff Administrative Operations Exempt

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The University will ensure equal opportunity for applicants and employees in all of its policies and practices, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, compensation, benefits, layoff and recall policies, University-sponsored training programs, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs. Persons needing reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the application process or for other questions regarding employment at Mercer University, please contact Human Resources.