Remote Regional Development Director — Central U.S.

Oklahoma State University Foundation; Oklahoma; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University Foundation in the United States is seeking a Director of Regional Development for the Central U.S. region, with remote work options.

The role focuses on identifying, cultivating, and soliciting private gifts from alumni, friends, corporations and foundations to advance OSU priorities. You will travel for donor visits, manage a portfolio of 75–100 active prospects and report fundraising progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, nonprofit management or related fields is required.
• Minimum of 5 years in fundraising, development, major gifts or relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Solicit private support from alumni, friends, corporations and foundations for Oklahoma State University; coordinate initiatives with OSU Foundation fundraising activities.
• Develop and manage travel budget annually.
• Maintain an active schedule of contacts, solicitations and stewardship activities for a body of key prospects (75-100) including corporations and foundations.
• Travel regionally and nationally as appropriate for donor management.
• Report fundraising progress using contact reports and prospect management tools.

Skills

Fundraising

Major gifts

Donor relations

Communication

Portfolio management

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Fundraising CRM

Job description

Oklahoma State University Foundation in the United States is seeking a Director of Regional Development for the Central U.S. region, with remote work options.

The role focuses on identifying, cultivating, and soliciting private gifts from alumni, friends, corporations and foundations to advance OSU priorities. You will travel for donor visits, manage a portfolio of 75–100 active prospects and report fundraising progress.