Hybrid Major Gifts Lead — Higher Ed Development

The Goddard School of Deerfield; Newark (DE); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Associate Director of Development at the University of Delaware. This role focuses on major gift fundraising, specifically soliciting gifts of $50,000 or more from individuals. Candidates should hold a bachelor's degree and have at least four years of relevant experience, along with strong organizational and interpersonal skills. The position supports the college’s fundraising strategies and requires effective communication with diverse stakeholders. A hybrid work model in Newark, DE is available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of relevant experience in development, sales, or customer relations.
• Proven ability to solicit and close gifts at six-figure levels.
• Strong organizational and planning skills with strategic initiative.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of 50 to 75 major giving prospects.
• Conduct all stages of the major gift process.
• Develop and implement donor cultivation and solicitation strategies.

Skills

Fundraising

Philanthropic solicitations

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Associate Director of Development at the University of Delaware. This role focuses on major gift fundraising, specifically soliciting gifts of $50,000 or more from individuals. Candidates should hold a bachelor's degree and have at least four years of relevant experience, along with strong organizational and interpersonal skills. The position supports the college’s fundraising strategies and requires effective communication with diverse stakeholders. A hybrid work model in Newark, DE is available.