Senior Director of Development

1 day ago


PENN ST UNIV PA USA, United States Penn State University Talent Acquisition Full time
Job Title: Senior Director of Development

We are seeking an exceptional leader and top frontline fundraiser to engage alumni and friends as partners in supporting the Eberly College of Science.

About the Role

This position reports directly to an Assistant Vice President for University Development and receives direction from the college's leadership on fundraising objectives and priorities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Articulate Penn State's and the college's needs, ambitions, and values through excellent informal and formal communications.
  • Identify and cultivate a pipeline of prospects for immediate and long-term cultivation.
  • Supervise, train, and mentor a team of fundraisers, alumni relations professionals, and support staff.
  • Develop annual goals, plans, and budgets for a comprehensive, strategy-driven fundraising program.
  • Recruit and guide a diversely representative volunteer committee charged with meaningful roles and responsibilities in the fundraising process.
  • Manage a portfolio of top prospects and plan and execute solicitation strategies leading to major gifts.
  • Travel extensively throughout the region and across the country to pursue these strategies and build enduring relationships.
Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree or higher and 10+ years of relevant experience, including 3+ years of supervisory experience.
  • A track record of success in securing major gifts and meeting fundraising goals.
  • A dedication to and understanding of the skills required to build relationships with diverse communities.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education.
  • Experience in managing and leading goal-oriented teams and in planning development strategies.
About Penn State University Talent Acquisition

Penn State University Talent Acquisition is a diverse and exciting institution that embraces individual uniqueness, fosters a culture of inclusion, and engages all individuals to help them thrive.

We are committed to ensuring that diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are central to the success of a world-class research institution.

We are dedicated to fostering institutional change required to realize a more socially just University and we value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.



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