University of Virginia · 1 week ago
Director of Major Gifts, School of Education and Human Development
Charlottesville, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$100K/yr - $115K/yr
5+ years expThe University of Virginia is seeking a highly qualified candidate for the role of Director of Major Gifts within the School of Education and Human Development. This position involves building and managing a portfolio of major-gift level donors, creating donor strategies, and collaborating with various stakeholders to achieve ambitious fundraising goals.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Build and manage a portfolio of current and prospective major-gift level donors and prospects ($100K+) and move them towards giving levels that achieve annual and long-range fundraising goals of the EHD School
Create and implement a transparent and intentional donor strategy to move prospective donors along the development continuum
Travel regionally and nationally to identify, cultivate, and solicit prospects for EHD School initiatives
Build working relationships with the Dean’s Office, faculty, and staff, as necessary
Collaborate with other representatives in the Foundation and across the University to ensure alignment and synergy in fundraising efforts
Build relationships with alumni, parents, and community members to ensure an organized approach for prospects and donors, while developing and implementing cultivation and solicitation plans
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Education: Bachelor's degree
Experience: Five years of fundraising experience
Demonstrated success in higher education fundraising and managing relationships with high-net-worth individuals
Superb oral and written communications skills
Must have a command of cultural and political sensitivity and value and embrace cultural and social differences
Proven track record of managing portfolios containing donors of $100,000+
Success taking a creative and entrepreneurial approach to identifying and cultivating prospects
Demonstrated ability to manage and develop fundraising strategies in collaboration with University Leadership
Ability to meet and exceed achievable and challenging fundraising goals
Ability to effectively articulate the EHD School's and University's educational mission, strategic aims, and programs
Demonstrated ability to manage and develop fundraising strategies in collaboration with the Senior Director and University Leadership
Ability to engage donors in the Dean's vision for the EHD School
Preferred
Education: Master's degree
Ability to travel and work nights and weekends
An appreciation for the importance of education and human services degree programs and the impact of these professional and practical fields in our society
Highest level of integrity
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Creative, entrepreneurial, and resourceful
Ability to juggle multiple priorities; self-directed and motivated
Strong interpersonal skills with a high level of emotional intelligence
Benefits
Flexible and hybrid workplace
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