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Company

Marquette University · 15 hours ago

Associate Director of Regional Development, West Coast]

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

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Hiring Manager

Kelly Hicks

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Responsibilities

Assist in executing an annual fundraising business plan, developed by their leader.

Meets regularly with the leader to assess projects, review strategies, and track progress toward meeting fundraising performance benchmarks

Manages a portfolio of approximately 40 prospects with the capacity to make gifts of $125,000 and more with an annual production goal in excess of $750,000; regularly identifies and contacts additional prospects through research and referrals

Meets individually with prospects and volunteers designed to move prospects toward making a philanthropic commitment to the university

Makes personal gift solicitations. Management of the process includes maintaining a comprehensive understanding of university priorities, preparation of the solicitation materials, conducting strategy meetings, and preparing briefing materials for President/Vice President of Advancement/Dean/others involved in solicitation

Directs and refers a solicitation to identified prospects in portfolio for a planned gift, including, but not limited to bequests and annuities. Partner with the Planned Giving fundraising team to manage, as needed

Maintains appropriate contact with prospects and records all contact in University Advancement prospect management system

Attend relevant university events and meetings, some during the evenings and weekends, representing the university to external constituents.

Participate in all UA, Regional Advancement, or other required team or staff meetings.

Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.

Qualification

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Fundraising experiencePortfolio managementPersonal solicitationSales experience

Required

A Bachelor’s degree

At least three years of fundraising experience in higher education

A successful track record of personal portfolio management and securing gifts at the $125,000 or above level

Relevant sales experience may also be considered

Strong communication skills, both oral and written

An ability to effectively communicate with people of all ages and backgrounds

Ability to persuade constituents to take action and participate in the life of the organization

Company

Marquette University

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Marquette is a Catholic and Jesuit university in Milwaukee dedicated to serving God.

Founded in 1881

Milwaukee, WI, US

1001-5000 employees

http://marquette.edu

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