Associate Director for Development and Community Engagement

5 days ago

Durham, North Carolina, United States Duke University Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a seasoned fundraiser to join our team at the Duke Office of Durham & Community Affairs. As an Associate Director for Development, you will play a key role in identifying and cultivating relationships with potential donors, developing and implementing fundraising campaigns, and managing fundraising operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement annual giving programs to increase support for DCA's unrestricted funds and special initiatives.
  • Solicit and secure gifts from foundations, corporations, and individual donors in support of DCA's strategic priorities and programs.
  • Create case statements and proposals for outreach to donors and stakeholders.
  • Provide leadership and administration of the Doing Good Employee Giving Campaign, the Duke-Durham Fund, and the Corporate Partnership.
  • Maintain donor records and track gift commitments using SAP and Duke Alumni Development Database (DAAD).
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience in major gift fundraising, preferably in an education setting.
  • Demonstrated ability to handle multiple complex fundraising activities simultaneously and to coordinate solicitation strategies in a decentralized environment.
  • Experience working with volunteers and volunteer groups.
  • Strong ability to manage multiple projects and timelines.
  • Ability to work cooperatively and strategically in a team environment with all levels of professional, technical, and administrative staff.
Preferred Qualifications
  • 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising, preferably in an academic environment.
  • Proactive approach to fundraising.
  • Experience with Duke administrative systems (e.g., R/- SAP and DADD) and Airtable is beneficial.
What We Offer

Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

We are an inclusive community that values diversity and promotes a culture of belonging. We are committed to creating an environment where all employees feel welcome, respected, and supported.

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