Fundraising and Community Relations Lead

3 days ago


Durham, North Carolina, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a Fundraising and Community Relations Lead to join our team at Duke University. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of successful community engagement and fundraising, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

The salary range for this position is $75,000-$105,000 per year, depending on experience. Our team values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we are looking for someone who shares these values.

Key Responsibilities

This role will work closely with senior staff, faculty, and alumni to develop and implement comprehensive community relations and fundraising strategies. Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing and implementing community outreach and engagement programs;
  • Soliciting and securing major gifts from individuals, foundations, and corporations;
  • Cultivating relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, alumni, and community leaders;
  • Collaborating with colleagues in Advancement Services, Donor Relations, and other departments to ensure effective implementation of fundraising initiatives.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in community relations and fundraising, preferably in higher education;
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders;
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and creatively;
  • Experience working with donor databases, fundraising software, and other relevant systems.
About Us

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.



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