Principal Gifts Manager

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid leave

Campus discounts

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Principal Gifts Manager to lead WUNC Radio’s major gifts, planned giving programs and capital campaigns, while supervising the Grants and Major Gifts Officer. You will develop cultivation and stewardship plans to meet fundraising goals.

You will work as a senior leader, building strong relationships with major prospects and donors to secure gifts and provide strategic guidance to the development team in North Carolina.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years’ experience; or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution.
• Seven years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising, with preference given for fundraising management experience

Responsibilities

• Lead WUNC’s major gifts, planned giving programs, capital campaigns, and supervise Grants and Major Gifts Officer.
• Develop cultivation and stewardship plans to meet fundraising goals.
• Serve as a senior leader and strategic partner responsible for raising major and planned gifts.

Skills

Fundraising principles

Relationship building

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Job description

Department

WUNC-FM-259000

Career Area

Public Relations/Communications/Marketing

Posting Open Date

10/07/2026

Application Deadline

10/28/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Position Type

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title

Principal Gifts Manager

Appointment Type

EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number

01000752

Vacancy ID

NF0010100

Full Time/Part Time

Full-Time Permanent

FTE

1

Hours per week

40

Position Location

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range

$120,000 - $140,000

Proposed Start Date

11/09/2026

Be a Tar Heel!

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

WUNC Radio provides quality news, information and entertainment programming to a broad listening audience that includes North Carolina, the United States and the world. WUNC serves North Carolinians from Greensboro to the Outer Banks through a network of ten stations.

Position Summary

The Principal Gifts Manager will serve as a senior leader and strategic partner responsible for raising major and planned gifts. The Principal Gifts Manager will lead WUNC’s major gifts, planned giving programs, capital campaigns, and supervise WUNC’s Grants and Major Gifts Officer. They will assure that new major gift funds are raised annually by developing and implementing cultivation and stewardship plans to meet WUNC’s fundraising goals.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Master’s or Bachelor’s and 0-2 years’ experience; or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

The Principal Gifts Manager will be a polished fundraising executive who knows and understands the nature and purpose of public radio. Leading candidates will have:

• Mastery of the basic principles and techniques of successful fundraising as they pertain to the identification, cultivation, closure, and stewardship of individual prospects
• Seven years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising, with preference given for fundraising management experience

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Familiarity with public broadcasting
• Supervisory experience and/or experience mentoring development colleagues in knowledge and understanding of fundraising, and the skill to motivate and engender the confidence of co-workers and volunteers
• An employment history highlighted by increasing levels of responsibility
• A strong drive to be successful
• Integrity and sincerity
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Quick Link

https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/326622

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.