Director of Development

7 days ago


Walnut Park, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Summary

The UCLA Library is seeking a highly skilled Director of Development to lead our major gifts program. As a key member of our development team, you will be responsible for planning and implementing a proactive major gifts program that supports the UCLA Library's integral programs and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors
  • Conceptualize, plan, and implement special events
  • Solicit and close gifts in the annual, special, and/or major gifts range
  • Work with a dean and/or senior faculty to achieve fundraising goals
  • Recruit, orient, train, organize, motivate, and evaluate staff and volunteers
  • Establish priorities, manage multiple tasks, and complete work under tight deadlines
  • Communicate persuasively about UCLA's fundraising goals and priorities
Requirements
  • Minimum of three years of fundraising experience and/or prior professional experience in a related field
  • Experience in and strong documented record of gifts solicited and closed
  • Working knowledge of the principles and practices of fundraising in a university setting
  • Proven skills in planning, implementing, and administering major gift solicitations
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to work with volunteers, academic leaders, and development staff
  • Ability to work with a dean and/or senior faculty and establish priorities, manage multiple tasks, and complete work under tight deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree
What We Offer

UCLA provides a full pay range and a comprehensive benefits package. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals and contribute to the success of the UCLA Library.

To apply, please visit https://jobs.ucla.edu/careers-home/jobs/4256. Application deadline is 8:50 p.m.



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