Associate Director of Development

5 days ago

Gainesville, Florida, United States University of Florida Full time
Job Title: Associate Director of Development

At the University of Florida, we are seeking an experienced Associate Director of Development to join our team. This role will play a critical part in advancing our mission by securing major gifts and building relationships with key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Build a portfolio of fundraising prospects at the major gift levels ($100,000+) and strategically manage relationships through face-to-face visits to bring gift solicitations to closure.
  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of the UF Law mission, strategy, and goals as they relate to fundraising.
  • Collaborate with the Office of Estate & Gift Planning team to develop and implement a giving strategy for qualified donors at the planned giving level.
  • Set and implement strategies for identification, qualification, relationship-building, and solicitation to close and steward major gifts.
  • Collaborate with college partners to understand and formulate priorities and opportunities related to individual gifts at the appropriate level.
  • Acknowledge and recognize gifts in ways that are meaningful to donors and appropriate to the mission, visions, and values of UF Law and UF Advancement.
  • Serve as the liaison to the Law Alumni Council Membership Committee, working directly with alumni committee members as a representative of UF Law.
  • Attend and support alumni events and initiatives, partnering with colleagues to involve alumni when appropriate.
  • Plan and execute select regional alumni engagement events.
  • Ensure best practices in office systems, files, and record keeping.
  • Ensure effective use of strategic tools and resources, such as contact reports, prospect management, research analysis, and UFF database.
  • Contribute to the planning and monitoring of event and travel budget.
Requirements:
  • Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and one year of appropriate experience in alumni affairs or related field; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and three years of appropriate experience in alumni affairs or related field.
  • One to three years of fundraising, development, sales, or related experience.
  • Prior experience in a university or nonprofit environment.
  • General knowledge and understanding of business/economic environment.
  • Knowledge of fundraising principles, methods, and standards.
  • Demonstrated successful experience in prospect identification, relationship building, solicitation, and stewardship.
  • The ability to work strategically, develop and implement constituency programs and activities, along with a talent for motivating volunteers.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and be a team player.
  • Competency in problem-solving.
  • Must be an outstanding communicator and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills; interpersonal skills; and the ability to work collegially and interact effectively with a broad constituency.
  • Proven success working with stakeholders; project management skills; experience in a data-driven environment; organizational skills; and the ability to lead, influence and motivate others are required.
Working Knowledge:
  • Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, WWW browsers, preferably Internet Explorer, E-mail.
  • Working knowledge of a donor database, contact management, and tracking system.
  • The ability and willingness to travel. A valid driver's license and good driving record are essential.
Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume and three references. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

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