Major Gifts Director, Business Development Remote-Eligible

The California State University; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 113,463 - 114,390; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive salary

Job summary

A prominent California university is seeking a Director of Development for Business to execute strategies that secure philanthropic support. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s or Advanced Degree, strong fundraising experience, and a knack for engaging donors. Responsibilities include managing a prospect portfolio, collaborating with university leaders, and developing donor-centric solicitation strategies. This position offers competitive compensation and requires a passion for philanthropic engagement.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising.
• Experience developing donor-centric solicitation strategies leading to closing major gifts.
• Strong written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a prospect portfolio for university fundraising.
• Develop and execute strategies for major gift solicitation.
• Collaborate with university leadership for fundraising efforts.

Skills

Donor cultivation

Major gift solicitation

Networking

Fundraising strategy

Excellent communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Advanced Degree

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

A prominent California university is seeking a Director of Development for Business to execute strategies that secure philanthropic support. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s or Advanced Degree, strong fundraising experience, and a knack for engaging donors. Responsibilities include managing a prospect portfolio, collaborating with university leaders, and developing donor-centric solicitation strategies. This position offers competitive compensation and requires a passion for philanthropic engagement.