Senior Development Executive — Major Gifts & Campaigns

California State University, Monterey Bay; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation accrual

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

CalPERS retirement

Housing near main campus

Job summary

California State University, Monterey Bay seeks an Assistant Vice President of Development to lead the University Advancement fundraising team, cultivate major gifts, and build donor partnerships.

The role reports to the Vice President, University Advancement, and requires a track record in major gifts, strategic planning, and staff leadership. CSUMB offers a comprehensive benefits package and housing options near campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; ten years of professional fundraising experience in higher education or nonprofit sector.
• Minimum of 3 years of management experience within a development team.
• Proven success in major gifts ($100,000+) and capital campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundraising strategy and manage a portfolio of top prospects and donors.
• Direct and supervise Directors of Development and Annual Giving.
• Coordinate messaging and collateral for major gift campaigns.
• Oversee budgets and staffing for development initiatives.

Skills

Donor-centered fundraising

Campaign management

Prospect research

Leadership and team building

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM database

Job description

California State University, Monterey Bay seeks an Assistant Vice President of Development to lead the University Advancement fundraising team, cultivate major gifts, and build donor partnerships.

The role reports to the Vice President, University Advancement, and requires a track record in major gifts, strategic planning, and staff leadership. CSUMB offers a comprehensive benefits package and housing options near campus.