Director of Development

4 days ago


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

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Development to join our team at Duke University's Fuqua School of Business. The successful candidate will provide strategic direction, vision, and leadership for a comprehensive individual fundraising program, driving growth and success in support of our mission.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement a strategic plan for ongoing fundraising priorities, balancing annual fund results, scholarship and faculty support, capital projects, and other strategic needs of the school.
  • Lead a team of frontline fundraisers, providing guidance, support, and resources to achieve fundraising goals.
  • Cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of 100+ prospects capable of gifts of $100,000 or more.
  • Collaborate with senior administrators and faculty on fundraising initiatives, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and goals.
  • Develop and implement effective proposals for use by individual giving officers, and work with donor relations staff to create personalized stewardship plans for major and principal gifts donors.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred.
  • A minimum of seven years of fundraising experience, with a significant track record of closing commitments of $100,000+.
  • Five years of experience successfully managing multiple direct and indirect reports, including performance management.
  • Demonstrated success managing a team of fundraising professionals, with a commitment to and passion for the issues and values of a business school education in a research university setting.
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 offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and experienced fundraising professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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