Director of Major Gifts

Our client, a premier private university, is seeking a Director of Development (Major Gifts) to join their growing Advancement team to own and cultivate a robust portfolio of alumni, parents, and attendees of their performing arts, sports, etc programs.

Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description.
BenefitsRobust 403B matching (5%+)22 PTO days + HolidaysStrong, discounted medical, dental, and vision plansSummer Fridays4 Days in Office | 1 RemoteOnsite parking
ResponsibilitiesBuild and cultivate 50–70 prospects capable of giving $75,000+, meeting key metrics for meetings, solicitations, and annual revenue.Oversee Current Parent Giving, recruit members for the Parent’s Leadership Council, manage bi-annual meetings, and qualify 10–15 new parent major gift prospects annually.Prospect Research & Cultivation: Leverage institutional resources to identify, qualify, and steward new prospects into long-term philanthropic relationships.Collaborate with Advancement staff and campus leaders (e.g., Athletics, Performing Arts) to design donor-centric experiences and advance affinity-based fundraising strategies.Assist with the planning and execution of key signature initiatives, including the Trustees Gala, Winged Foot Golf Outing, and Homecoming.
Qualifications5+ years of experience with demonstrated success building and managing a donor portfolio within a high-functioning organization of philanthropy. Institutions of higher education a plusKnowledge and experience cultivating and closing gifts from a range of affinity groups, including but not limited to parents of current students, the Performing Arts, and in support of Athletics. xzbcwsv Demonstrated success closing commitments of $75,000 and above a plus.Proven ability to set priorities, be innovative, and challenge the status quo.