Senior Major Gifts Lead – Fine & Performing Arts

Ugajobsearch; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia in Athens seeks a Director of Development for the Fine & Performing Arts and Humanities to lead major gift fundraising and portfolio strategy across Franklin College.

You will manage a 50+ donor portfolio, collaborate with campus fundraisers, and drive donor-centered campaigns to secure gifts of $50K+ and $1M+. This exempt, full-time role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience, with some evenings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience.
• Exemplary communications skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to work across teams and manage fundraising portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a portfolio of 50+ major ($50K+ gift size) or principal ($1M+ gift size) prospects.
• Move donors through the development cycle (qualification, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship).
• Prepare timely proposals, presentations, and fundraising materials for potential donors.
• Record donor meetings and plans in the GAIL database with thorough documentation.
• Collaborate with University fundraisers on campaigns and donor relations.

Skills

Exemplary communications

Organizational leadership

Customer service

Computer proficiency

Donor relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Word

Database management

Email

Job description

The University of Georgia in Athens seeks a Director of Development for the Fine & Performing Arts and Humanities to lead major gift fundraising and portfolio strategy across Franklin College.

You will manage a 50+ donor portfolio, collaborate with campus fundraisers, and drive donor-centered campaigns to secure gifts of $50K+ and $1M+. This exempt, full-time role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience, with some evenings and weekends as needed.