Strategic Development Director

7 days ago

Mt Pleasant, South Carolina, United States Acord (association For Cooperative Operations Research And Development) Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Development Director to join our team at Acord (Association For Cooperative Operations Research And Development). The successful candidate will be responsible for leading our planned giving program, developing and implementing a comprehensive strategy to secure major, principal, and planned gifts from alumni and other prospective donors.

Key Responsibilities
  • Gift Planning and Fundraising
    • Manage a portfolio of significant prospects and philanthropic partnerships, with a goal of raising upwards of $3,000,000 annually in major, principal, and planned gifts.
    • Develop and implement a communication plan to promote planned giving opportunities and services to alumni and other prospective donors, including a gift planning website, e-newsletter, and customized estate planning guide.
    • Work with donors and their financial advisors to market, negotiate, and close a wide range of outright and planned giving arrangements, including charitable gift annuities, charitable remainder and lead trusts, retained life estates, gifts of real estate, life insurance, and bequests.
  • Leadership and Supervision
    • Supervise assigned development and support staff, including regional development officers, and provide guidance and support to ensure the success of the planned giving program.
  • Business Development and Strategy
    • Develop, implement, and evaluate fundraising business plans and donor strategies designed to meet/exceed fundraising goals and objectives.
Requirements
  • Education and Experience
    • Bachelor's degree.
    • At least six years of experience in planned gift fundraising and legal/financial experience with charitable gift planning, including tax and inheritance law.
  • Skills and Qualifications
    • Experience developing and implementing a successful marketing plan for a planned giving program.
    • Supervisory experience.
    • Considerable knowledge of best practices in planned giving, including relevant rules, regulations, and programs/policies which comply with various planned giving vehicles.
    • Considerable knowledge and a successful record of donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
    • Extensive knowledge of and skill in using fundraising databases and planned giving software.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Education and Experience
    • Masters degree.
    • At least eight years of fundraising experience.
  • Skills and Qualifications
    • Experience working in higher education.
    • Comprehensive campaign experience.
    • Demonstrated track record of securing six and seven figure major and/or planned gifts.
    • Demonstrated ability to mentor and train other development professionals.
About Acord

Acord (Association For Cooperative Operations Research And Development) is a public research university located in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. The university has a strong commitment to academic excellence, diversity, and community engagement.

As a member of the Acord community, you will have the opportunity to work with a talented and dedicated team of professionals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students and the community.

The university offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a retirement plan and paid time off.

Acord is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.

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