Development Director

2 weeks ago


Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States University of Alabama Full time
Job Summary

The University of Alabama seeks a highly skilled Development Director to lead our fundraising efforts, generating charitable support in excess of $1.0 million annually. This key role involves identifying, cultivating, and soliciting prospects for major gifts, working closely with deans, faculty, volunteers, and other stakeholders to achieve goals.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement strategic plans to secure major gifts from individual and corporate donors
  • Cultivate and steward relationships with key stakeholders to build trust and confidence
  • Collaborate with colleagues to achieve fundraising goals and objectives
  • Provide guidance and training to development employees
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in fundraising and development
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A bachelor's degree and four years of development, fundraising, sales, communications, and/or public relations experience; or a master's degree and two years of experience
  • Valid U.S. driver's license and a clean driving record
  • Excellent public relations, oral and written communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to use personal computer for word processing and standard software packages
Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree and direct experience in institutional advancement in higher education are highly desirable.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.



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