Major Gifts & Alumni Development Director

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A local higher education institution is looking for a Senior Director of Development to lead fundraising efforts and manage alumni relations. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying and cultivating major gift prospects, leading a team, and collaborating on strategic plans for development. A Bachelor's degree and at least five years of fundraising experience are required. Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge software is preferred. This is a pivotal role aiming to enhance the institution's mission and outreach.

Qualifications

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in fundraising.
• Knowledge and experience in donor qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.
• Documented results in soliciting and closing major gifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in the Development and Alumni Office.
• Identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of donors.
• Lead and manage the Alumni Coordinator position.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Leadership

Donor cultivation

Strategic planning

Alumni relations knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Raiser’s Edge software

Job description

A local higher education institution is looking for a Senior Director of Development to lead fundraising efforts and manage alumni relations. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying and cultivating major gift prospects, leading a team, and collaborating on strategic plans for development. A Bachelor's degree and at least five years of fundraising experience are required. Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge software is preferred. This is a pivotal role aiming to enhance the institution's mission and outreach.