Director of Philanthropy, COAS

Embry-Riddle; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition coverage for undergrad & grad

Retirement contributions with matching

Generous leave

Job summary

Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University is seeking a Director of Philanthropy for the Daytona Beach College of Arts & Sciences. The role reports to the Senior Executive Director of Philanthropy, College of Engineering, and works with the dean and faculty to cultivate, solicit, and steward annual and major gifts.

The position requires 3–5 years of fundraising experience, a track record of closing major gifts, and ability to build internal/external partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 3–5 years fundraising experience.
• Proven ability to cultivate and close major gifts.
• Ability to develop partnerships with internal and external constituencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead Annual and Major Gifts: manage a portfolio of 75–125 prospects and steward donors.
• Develop and implement strategies for each prospect and coordinate with colleagues.
• Act as unit liaison within the College of Arts & Sciences and support central advancement.
• Provide guidance on philanthropic policies, practices, and donor relations.
• Document all interactions and maintain timely contact reports in the system.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Major gifts

Corporate sponsorships

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Overview

Director of Philanthropy – Daytona Beach College of Arts & Sciences, Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University. Reports to the Senior Executive Director of Philanthropy, College of Engineering, and works with the dean and faculty of the College to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward lead annual and major gifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead Annual and Major Gifts: manage a portfolio of 75‑125 prospects, conduct discovery, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship; engage donors through correspondence, calls, events, and face‑to‑face visits; anticipate travel, evenings, and weekends.
• Develop and implement written strategies and tactics for each prospect; collaborate with colleagues to achieve donor engagement and stewardship goals.
• Unit liaison: coordinate philanthropy activities within the College of Arts & Sciences; participate in leadership meetings to understand needs and opportunities; support central advancement efforts (annual giving, major gifts, communications, data acquisition, planned giving, donor relations). Build relationships with faculty, staff, and students to engage them in philanthropy.
• Provide guidance on philanthropic policies, practices, schedules, and best practices; ensure healthy relationships between the College and central administration.
• Support central development: participate in meetings, maintain knowledge of best practices, and assist in achieving broader development objectives. Transfer or share assigned prospects as needed.
• Document all interactions and complete timely, accurate contact reports in the Division’s enterprise system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 3‑5 years of fundraising experience.
• Ability to develop effective partnerships with internal and external constituencies.
• Demonstrated track record of cultivating and closing major gifts and corporate sponsorships ($25,000+).
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and motivational skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, including wellness programs and fitness memberships.
• 100% tuition coverage for one undergraduate and one graduate degree; discounted rates for spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement contributions: 6% of base salary paid annually, 4% matching, no vesting period.
• Generous time off: 18 days personal leave in first year; 9+ paid holidays including post‑Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Embry‑Riddle is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, age, religion, or pregnancy status is prohibited.