Director of Major Gifts & Partnerships (Arts & MOCA)

University of North Florida; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Florida is seeking a Senior Director of Development for ArtsUNF and MOCA Jacksonville to lead philanthropic strategy and major-gift fundraising for the arts initiatives. The role requires managing a large donor portfolio and coordinating with university and museum leadership to secure support from individuals, corporations, foundations, and government sources.

The position oversees MOCA’s approximate $2.5 million annual operating budget and reports through University

Qualifications

• Master's degree and 8+ years relevant experience or Bachelor's degree and 10+ years relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising plan for ArtsUNF and MOCA.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major-gift prospects and donors (gifts $100,000+)
• Manage a portfolio of 100+ qualified prospects and conduct 5–7 donor meetings per week
• Secure support for operations, exhibitions, collections, education, and initiatives
• Prepare proposals, grant applications, sponsorship materials, and donor reports
• Engage university and MOCA leaders, Board of Trustees, and stakeholders in fundraising activities
• Coordinate donor engagement for exhibitions/events and represent ArtsUNF/MOCA at functions
• Oversee donor data management, revenue tracking, and fundraising metrics

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Donor stewardship

Communication skills

Strategic planning

Stakeholder collaboration

CRM proficiency

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

University of North Florida is seeking a Senior Director of Development for ArtsUNF and MOCA Jacksonville to lead philanthropic strategy and major-gift fundraising for the arts initiatives. The role requires managing a large donor portfolio and coordinating with university and museum leadership to secure support from individuals, corporations, foundations, and government sources.

The position oversees MOCA’s approximate $2.5 million annual operating budget and reports through University