Regional Director of Development: Major Gifts (Remote)

Illinois Wesleyan University; Bloomington (IN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Tuition programs

Job summary

Illinois Wesleyan University is seeking a Regional Director of Development to build and maintain relationships with alumni and prospective donors. This role includes responsibilities for soliciting annual, major, and planned gifts.

The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in business or a related field and at least three years of experience in fundraising or sales. The position offers a salary range of $60,000-$91,000 based on qualifications.

Remote work options are available for candidates residing in certain states.

Qualifications

• Experience in direct fundraising for mid to large sized gifts.
• Three years of experience in sales and/or business development required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to navigate conversations across differing viewpoints.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate relationships for annual, major, and planned gifts.
• Document all contacts and communications with prospects.
• Develop key internal relationships for fundraising priorities.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Relationship building

Communication skills

Sales experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, sales or similar

Job description

Illinois Wesleyan University is seeking a Regional Director of Development to build and maintain relationships with alumni and prospective donors. This role includes responsibilities for soliciting annual, major, and planned gifts.

The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in business or a related field and at least three years of experience in fundraising or sales. The position offers a salary range of $60,000-$91,000 based on qualifications.

Remote work options are available for candidates residing in certain states.