Remote Regional Director of Development (Charlotte)

CASE; North Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia seeks a Regional Director of Development to lead major gift fundraising and donor stewardship across Charlotte and North Carolina regions. You will cultivate relationships with high-capacity prospects, design regional strategies, and collaborate with campus partners to advance university priorities and gifts.

Ideal candidates bring five+ years in fundraising, strong writing and communication skills, and an ability to travel regularly while managing complex donor portfolios.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5 years of professional experience.
• Major gift fundraising in Higher Education ($50k+).
• Ability to cultivate and solicit private gifts from high-level prospects.
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to assigned regions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct monthly scheduled meetings with prospective donors and alumni in assigned regions.
• Design and implement fundraising strategies for Principal and major gifts.
• Manage travel, meetings, and fundraising performance processes.
• Collaborate with campus partners to maximize giving potential.
• Maintain records and develop solicitation materials for proposals.

Skills

Fundraising leadership

Major gift fundraising

Donor relationship management

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Project management

Collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

GAIL donor database

Job description

University of Georgia seeks a Regional Director of Development to lead major gift fundraising and donor stewardship across Charlotte and North Carolina regions. You will cultivate relationships with high-capacity prospects, design regional strategies, and collaborate with campus partners to advance university priorities and gifts.

Ideal candidates bring five+ years in fundraising, strong writing and communication skills, and an ability to travel regularly while managing complex donor portfolios.