UVA External Relations · 1 day ago
Director of Major Gifts, School of Education and Human Development
Charlottesville Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expUVA External Relations is seeking a highly qualified candidate for the role of Director of Major Gifts in the School of Education and Human Development. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of major-gift donors, develop fundraising strategies, and collaborate with various stakeholders to achieve ambitious fundraising goals.
Non-profit Organization Management
Hiring Manager
J. Ann Walker
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
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
Company
UVA External Relations
External Relations at UVA encompasses a broad range of pan-University initiatives, including philanthropy, engagement, principal relationship development, corporate and foundation relations, and state government relations, providing operational and administrative services in support of these initiatives.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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