Director of Major Gifts & Advancement

University at Buffalo

Buffalo (NY)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

University at Buffalo is seeking a Director of Advancement within the Division of University Advancement. The role involves building and managing a donor portfolio, cultivating six-figure gifts, and driving engagement through travel and outreach.

Collaboration with internal stakeholders supports strategic fundraising initiatives and aligns donor engagement with university priorities. The director maintains accurate digital records, participates in division and university activities, and travels

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years in fund-development or revenue-generating roles with a proven record of securing six-figure gifts.
Ability to travel up to 50% including local, regional, evenings, and occasional weekends.
Experience building and managing a donor portfolio and collaborating with internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Build and manage a donor portfolio with prospects capable of gifts of $100,000 or more.
Cultivate and solicit six-figure gifts.
Travel nationally and visit Western New York to deepen relationships.
Collaborate with advancement leaders, faculty, and volunteers to align donor engagement with university priorities.
Maintain accurate digital records and comply with donor management best practices.