Senior Advancement & Donor Relations Lead

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Radford (VA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Radford University seeks an Associate Director of Advancement to lead donor engagement and fundraising initiatives on campus. You will manage a portfolio of 100–125 prospects and work with faculty and administrators to advance university priorities.

Responsibilities include developing annual fundraising strategies, cultivating donors via visits and events, and maintaining donor records in Raiser's Edge. Extensive travel and evening/weekend commitments are required.

Qualifications

• Fundraising or related experience in higher education or nonprofit development.
• Advanced degree or Bachelor's degree with equivalent level of training/experience.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Will travel extensively and work evenings/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward alumni and donors to advance fundraising priorities.
• Manage a portfolio of 100–125 prospects and donors; develop engagement strategies.
• Design and implement annual fundraising plans; connect donor interests with opportunities.
• Conduct donor interactions via visits, virtual meetings, events; build donor relationships.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

MS Office

Travel flexibility

Driver's license

Education

Advanced degree or Bachelor's with equivalent experience

Tools

Raiser's Edge

Job description

Radford University seeks an Associate Director of Advancement to lead donor engagement and fundraising initiatives on campus. You will manage a portfolio of 100–125 prospects and work with faculty and administrators to advance university priorities.

Responsibilities include developing annual fundraising strategies, cultivating donors via visits and events, and maintaining donor records in Raiser's Edge. Extensive travel and evening/weekend commitments are required.