Director of Major Gifts

Marketing & Sales Executives of Detroit (MSED); Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university seeks an experienced fundraiser with a strong interest in music and performing arts. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in securing six- and seven-figure gifts and demonstrate exceptional communication and teamwork skills. This role requires someone who can handle high-level donor interactions and travel as necessary.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of fundraising experience in a university or non-profit setting.
• Proven experience with six and seven-figure gifts or sales accounts.
• Intermediate knowledge of computers and appropriate donor/prospect information research.

Responsibilities

• Interact with high-level donors while maintaining confidentiality.
• Collaborate with colleagues in a team environment.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Excellent communication skills

Strong writing skills

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Traveling ability

Interest in music and performing arts

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Tessitura

DART

Job description

You must apply through the U-M Jobs website (umjobs.org). In order to be considered, your application package must include a resume and cover letter, not to exceed one page, describing how this position fits with and advances your career goals.

• Bachelor's degree with 5 to 7 years of fundraising experience in a university or non-profit setting - relevant experience in sales and marketing, or other related fields will be considered.
• Proven experience in working with six and seven-figure gifts or sales and marketing accounts.
• Excellent communications skills coupled with strong writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in a team environment.
• Ability to interact with high-level donors and to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Intermediate knowledge with computers and software programs for retrieving, organizing and researching appropriate donor/prospect information. Ability and willingness to quickly learn UMS history, mission, current programs, etc.
• Ability to travel and to work evenings and weekends when needed.
• A valid driver's license and the ability to operate University vehicles is required

• Strong interest in music and live performing arts.
• Experience with Tessitura (UMS database) and DART (the University's donor and alumni database)

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day following the posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.