Major Gifts Director - Higher Ed Fundraising (Remote)

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University; Greensboro (NC); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

Health benefits

Retirement system (TSERS)

12 paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is seeking a Director of Development to lead qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship for major gifts. You will manage a portfolio of prospects and coordinate strategies across colleges and units.

The role emphasizes identifying new prospects, building strong relationships with donors and collaborating with faculty and staff to secure significant gifts.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent combination with 3 years of experience.
• Energetic, self-starting and entrepreneurial professional.
• Able to work in a team and independently with strong communication skills.
• Demonstrates integrity, diplomacy and tact.

Responsibilities

• Lead qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship for major gifts.
• Identify and qualify new prospects for strategic fundraising.
• Manage assigned fundraising projects and donor portfolios.

Skills

Fundraising expertise

Prospect research

Donor cultivation

Portfolio management

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent

Tools

CRM software

Job description

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is seeking a Director of Development to lead qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship for major gifts. You will manage a portfolio of prospects and coordinate strategies across colleges and units.

The role emphasizes identifying new prospects, building strong relationships with donors and collaborating with faculty and staff to secure significant gifts.