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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University · 15 hours ago

Senior Director of Philanthropy, O'Maley College of Business

Daytona Beach, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

6+ years exp

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is a global leader in aviation and aerospace education, seeking a Senior Director of Philanthropy for the David B. O’Maley College of Business. This role involves developing and executing major gift strategies, cultivating relationships with alumni and corporate partners, and managing a portfolio of major gift prospects to support the College's growth and fundraising goals.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of major gift prospects through discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship

Travel extensively to engage current and prospective donors via in-person visits, events, and communications

Develop personalized strategies and long-term plans to secure transformational gifts supporting the College and the broader University

Work closely with the Dean of the College to align philanthropic strategies with the College’s goals and priorities

Serve as the primary philanthropy liaison to the O’Maley College of Business

Participate in leadership meetings to better understand the College’s needs, challenges, and opportunities

Collaborate with advancement colleagues in annual giving, communications, donor relations, and planned giving to support the College’s fundraising goals

Provide strategic guidance to the Dean and College leadership on best practices in philanthropy

Prepare and deliver timely, strategic fundraising communications and outreach on behalf of the College

Partner with internal stakeholders across the University to enhance donor engagement and identify new opportunities

Participate in staff meetings, committees, and University events to ensure alignment and collaboration across advancement efforts

Qualification

Fundraising experienceMajor gift solicitationSalesforce proficiencyBachelor’s degreeMaster’s degreeVolunteer managementPlanned giving knowledgeHigh-net-worth engagement

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Minimum of six (6) years of full-time fundraising experience in a complex environment such as higher education, a large non-profit organization, or a healthcare system

Demonstrated success in cultivating, soliciting, and closing major gifts of $100,000 or more from individual donors

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain a broad portfolio of donor or client relationships

Proficiency with Salesforce or similar donor relationship management systems

Preferred

Master's degree

Additional years of fundraising experience in higher education, a large non-profit, or a healthcare institution

Experience working within an academic or medical center environment

Background in managing volunteers or advisory boards

Comfort working with high-net-worth individuals and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

Basic knowledge of planned giving vehicles and fundraising techniques

Experience identifying, cultivating, and developing new donor constituencies

Benefits

Generous Time Off: Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.

Personal Leave: Relax with 12 days of personal leave for non-exempt employees or 18 days for exempt full-time employees in your first year.

Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.

Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period.

Company

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

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Embry‑Riddle has been at the forefront of ground-breaking aeronautical milestones since the early days of flight as the world's largest and most respected university specializing in aviation and aerospace.

Founded in 1926

Daytona Beach, Florida, US

1001-5000 employees