Library Development Lead: Donor Growth & Major Gifts

Florida International University

Miami (FL)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Florida International University Libraries seeks a Development Officer to lead a comprehensive fundraising program aligned with the library's priorities. You will cultivate relationships with alumni, donors, and the FIU Foundation to secure private support.

This role builds and manages a donor pipeline, coordinates events, and partners with university leadership to align funding needs with strategic plans. The officer will document interactions and report outcomes to advance engagement and

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with fundraising experience.
Experience building donor pipelines and managing donor relationships.
Ability to cultivate and steward donors and prospects toward gifts.
Strong collaboration with Alumni Relations, Foundation, and library leadership.

Responsibilities

Lead a comprehensive fundraising program aligned with FIU Libraries' priorities.
Build and manage a portfolio of donors and a qualification pipeline.
Cultivate, solicit, and steward prospects up to major gifts.
Coordinate donor engagement events and campus visits.
Maintain timely donor documentation across advancement systems.
Collaborate with FIU Foundation and Alumni Relations on strategy and reporting.