Director of Development, Gift Planning

1 week ago


Denver, Colorado, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
About the Opportunity

The University of Denver is seeking a seasoned fundraising professional to join our Advancement team as the Director of Development, Gift Planning. This is a unique opportunity for a talented fundraiser to join a dynamic, growing, and purposeful enterprise united around a compelling mission.

Key Responsibilities
  • Cultivate and solicit a full range of planned gifts from DU alumni and friends in Colorado and nationally.
  • Manage a portfolio of gift planning donors and prospects while partnering with a campus-wide network of academic leaders, fundraising professionals, and other key partners to advance the University's top priorities.
  • Develop and mature assigned portfolio of planned gift donors, including managing top prospects in pursuit of individual fundraising goals.
  • Serve as a close partner and key resource for other advancement professionals to solicit and close planned gifts.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  • 5 years of paid fundraising experience, working within the full spectrum of development, including cultivation, gift solicitations, stewardship, and donor recognition.
  • Experience securing gifts with complex assets.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Graduate degree in business, law, non-profit management, or a related field of study.
  • Experience working in a University setting or similarly complex non-profit environment.
What We Offer

The University of Denver offers a competitive salary range of $95,000 - $110,000, excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit, and ECO pass. The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.



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