Director, Principal Gifts Development

University of Texas; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Director of Development for Principal Gifts to lead a major gifts program within the University Development Office. This role concentrates on identifying and cultivating prospects, with a focus on gifts of $500,000 and above for the College of Liberal Arts.

You will manage a portfolio of 60 to 80 donors, build strategic campaigns, and work closely with the CDO and senior directors to meet campaign goals while collaborating with faculty and other

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with proven major gifts fundraising experience.
• Ability to execute full-cycle donor strategy and campaigns.
• Strong communication, leadership, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain understanding of university priorities and mission.
• Build and manage a portfolio of 60–80 prospects.
• Develop strategy and secure gifts of $500k+ for the College of Liberal Arts.
• Collaborate with faculty and development staff to reach campaign goals.
• Maintain timely donor engagement records and proposals.

Skills

Donor strategy

Portfolio management

Communication skills

Travel frequently

Emotional intelligence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree

CFRE certification

Tools

Raiser's Edge

CRM experience

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Director of Development for Principal Gifts to lead a major gifts program within the University Development Office. This role concentrates on identifying and cultivating prospects, with a focus on gifts of $500,000 and above for the College of Liberal Arts.

You will manage a portfolio of 60 to 80 donors, build strategic campaigns, and work closely with the CDO and senior directors to meet campaign goals while collaborating with faculty and other