Strategic Development Director — Arts & MOCA Fundraising

University of North Florid; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Florida seeks a Senior Director of Development for ArtsUNF and MOCA Jacksonville to lead philanthropic strategy and fundraising for arts initiatives. You will manage a major‑gift portfolio, collaborate with University Development, ArtsUNF and MOCA leadership, and secure support from individuals, foundations, and government sources.

You will develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising plan, prioritizing MOCA's operating and programmatic needs, and coordinate proposals,

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 8+ years of fundraising experience or 10+ years with a Bachelor's degree.
• Proven major‑gift strategy, donor cultivation and stewardship success.
• Strong written, verbal and presentation communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising plan for ArtsUNF and MOCA Jacksonville.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gifts ($100k+).
• Manage a portfolio of 100+ prospects and conduct multiple donor meetings weekly.
• Coordinate proposals, grant applications, and donor communications with partners.
• Oversee donor data, revenue tracking, and fundraising metrics.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Major gift portfolio management

Donor cultivation

Donor solicitation

Stewardship

Relationship management

Persuasive communication

Strategic planning

Analytical thinking

Financial awareness

Collaboration across stakeholders

Project management

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Donor CRM proficiency

Job description

University of North Florida seeks a Senior Director of Development for ArtsUNF and MOCA Jacksonville to lead philanthropic strategy and fundraising for arts initiatives. You will manage a major‑gift portfolio, collaborate with University Development, ArtsUNF and MOCA leadership, and secure support from individuals, foundations, and government sources.

You will develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising plan, prioritizing MOCA's operating and programmatic needs, and coordinate proposals,