Executive Director, Development - Mitch Daniels School of Business

Discovery Park District at Purdue; Glendale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Purdue For Life Foundation as the Executive Director of Development for the Mitch Daniels School of Business. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to lead fundraising efforts, develop strategic initiatives, and make a lasting impact on the future of the school. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Dean, lead a high-performing team, and engage with donors to drive significant philanthropic support.

Benefits

10 paid holidays per year

Accrue up to 22 vacation days a year

10% employer contribution to retirement plan

Tuition discounts on eligible programs at Purdue University

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in fund development.
• Knowledge of philanthropy and fundraising principles required.
• Experience in higher education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a plan to bring donors to the University.
• Secure major and principal gifts to meet strategic goals.
• Supervise the development team and report on progress.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

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Executive Director, Development - Mitch Daniels School of Business

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• This position is hybrid with office days located in West Lafayette, Indiana. Only candidates living in the greater Indianapolis area or those willing to relocate will be considered.
  
  

• This position is hybrid with office days located in West Lafayette, Indiana. Only candidates living in the greater Indianapolis area or those willing to relocate will be considered.
  
  

Working for the Purdue For Life Foundation offers a unique opportunity to be part of an organization dedicated to empowering Purdue University alumni and fostering a lifelong connection to the institution. By joining our team, you'll have the chance to contribute to a mission that supports educational initiatives, scholarships, and programs that positively impact the lives of Purdue students and graduates. The Foundation's commitment to education and community engagement provides a fulfilling work environment where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and the broader community. Additionally, you'll have access to a network of passionate colleagues and the resources needed to drive positive change, making the Purdue For Life Foundation an inspiring and rewarding place to build your career. Your next giant leap starts here.

Department Development Employment Type Full Time Location Purdue for Life Foundation Workplace type Hybrid Reporting To

Responsibilities

The Purdue for Life Foundation and the Mitch Daniels School of Business are seeking a bold, visionary leader to serve as Executive Director, Development - Mitch Daniels School of Business. This high-impact role offers significant visibility and influence as the chief fundraiser and strategic architect for the philanthropic vision of the Daniels School of Business.

As a key leader within both Purdue for Life and the School, the Executive Director will drive major and principal gift strategies, lead a high-performing development team, and collaborate closely with the Dean and senior leadership. Priorities include a significant capital project, advancing faculty excellence, and student success.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a top-ranked business school through transformational philanthropy and strategic leadership.

• Reporting to the Vice President for Development and working closely with the Dean (Unit Head) and other development and academic staff, the Executive Director will develop and execute a plan to bring donors to the unit and the University through active use of the development process, including solicitation of major and principal gifts.
• The Executive Director is responsible for leading the effort to secure principal, major and/or planned gifts aimed at meeting the strategic goals of the school’s leadership, its programs, disciplines, and the University.
• A primary focus for the Executive Director, in consultation with the Dean and Vice President for Development, is to design and implement a comprehensive and collaborative advancement program.
• Administratively supervise Development team staff.
• Frequent travel and/or evening and weekend duties are required.
• Identify, coordinate, and/or establish personal contact with current and prospective major, principal, or planned gift donors whose interest and financial capacity have the greatest likelihood of strategically meeting the School and University fundraising goals.
• Coordinate the advancement of relationships with the prospective donors by effectively orchestrating through the appropriate stages of qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.
• Collaborate with appropriate development colleagues and academic leadership to strategically and properly qualify, cultivate, solicit or steward prospects while building continued relationships.
• Identify and establish goals and objectives to effectively and efficiently support the school’s strategic plan and fundraising priorities.
• Prepare proposals and solicit prospects for gifts.
• Host or co-host receptions and events with alumni and donors.
• Become adept at using the Salesforce database to ensure effective records maintenance, including timely filling of requests for prospect assignments, prospect strategies, contact reports, and proposals for the acquisition of major/planned gifts.
• Continually improve professional competency through participation in and/or leadership in professional organizational and other not-for profit organizations.
• Ensure effective records maintenance.
• Regularly report on the progress toward the school’s annual development plan.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, including the demonstrated ability to communicate well in writing and speaking before large groups.
• Ability to interpret and articulate the mission of Purdue University needed.
• Must be able to interact with stakeholders from a wide range of professional and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to represent the University with tact and diplomacy and in a professional manner at all times required.
• Sound judgment, initiative, and ability to collaborate effectively required.
• Excellent supervisory, relationship building, organizational and time management skills required.
• Knowledge of finance, planned giving, alumni relations, corporate relations, and advancement communications are preferred.
• Ability to continuously improve professional competency through participation of professional education opportunities.
• Good computer skills necessary.
• Ability to work in a hybrid work environment, with up to 3 days in office work required in West Lafayette, Indiana.
  
  

Required Education/Experience And Benefits

• Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in fund development including solicitation of major gifts and/or related work experience required.
• Knowledge of philanthropy and fundraising principles required.
• Experience managing/supervising professional staff preferred.
• Experience in higher education preferred.
  
  

Job Level: Management 5

Benefits Summary For Eligible Employees

• 10 paid holidays per year.
• Accrue up to 22 vacation days a year.
• Traditional pre-tax 403(b) and Roth retirement plans available.
• 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan and immediate vesting.
• Health Savings Account- earn up to $450 annually towards medical expenses.
• Employer funded Preventative Dental and Vision insurance.
• Tuition discounts on eligible programs at Purdue University and Purdue Global for qualified employees, spouses, and dependents.
  
  

About Purdue For Life Foundation

The Purdue for Life Foundation is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Purdue for Life views, evaluates, and treats all persons in all Foundation-related activities solely as individuals on the basis of their own personal abilities, qualifications, and other relevant characteristics. All qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, gender, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or status as a veteran.

Purdue for Life will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.

A criminal conviction check and negative controlled substance test are required for employment in this position.

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