College of Health and Human Sciences at Texas Tech University · 8 hours ago
Assistant Director of Development
Lubbock
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$65,200/mo - $104,300/mo
1+ years expTexas Tech University is a prominent institution dedicated to enhancing human health and well-being through education and research. The Assistant Director of Development will be responsible for cultivating relationships with donors, developing fundraising proposals, and managing a portfolio of donors to secure philanthropic support for the university's strategic vision.
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Responsibilities
Qualify, manage, and build meaningful relationships with a portfolio of 100-150 donors whose philanthropic interests align with the University’s strategic vision
Develop robust fundraising proposals, solicit donors for philanthropic gifts, and secure major gifts as outlined in annual plans
Meet goals for key metrics such as substantial contacts, visits, portfolio penetration, and solicitations as established each fiscal year in annual plans
Adhere to procedures and best practices regarding documenting donor interactions, annual giving, donor engagement and stewardship, alumni relations, events, gift processing, and utilizing the donor alumni database
Represent Texas Tech University, the TTU Office of Advancement, and the College of Health & Human Sciences at university, alumni, and community events in a professional manner
Maintain a collaborative culture and serve as a great colleague within the TTU Office of Advancement, with TTUS Institutional Advancement, within the College of Health & Human Sciences, and across the University in an effort to strengthen the philanthropic culture at TTU
Assist your direct supervisor (and Dean when appropriate) in developing a college, school, or unit based annual plan for the College of Health & Human Sciences that aligns with the strategic vision of Texas Tech University and the TTU Office of Advancement
Manage a college, school, or unit budget specific to advancement opportunities (travel, events, stewardship, etc.), and be a good steward of those resources provided by the University, college, and donors
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree plus one (1) year development or sales experience; OR a combination of education and/or related experience equal to five (5) years
A good knowledge of all aspects of fundraising including major giving, planned giving, campaign management, annual giving, donor engagement, and strategic planning
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, writing and presentation skills
Exceptional initiative and the ability to work with limited direct supervision
Excellent time management and multi-tasking skills
Preferred
One year of experience in university or non-profit development/fundraising
Company
College of Health and Human Sciences at Texas Tech University
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Funding
Current Stage
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