Executive Director of Development and Fundraising

2 weeks ago


Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States University of Pittsburgh Full time
Job Summary

Oversees development of a program, plans, and activities to create and execute a comprehensive development plan achieving new and recurring contributions to a school, foundation, program, and/or group.

Manages a portfolio of major gift donors and strategically builds fundraising prospects. Assists leadership in facilitating a comprehensive communications plan and with development strategies.

Key Responsibilities
  • Create and implement fundraising strategies by maintaining personal contact with prospects, involving the Dean, faculty, volunteers, and staff as required, and developing and implementing fundraising strategies for qualification, cultivation, and solicitation of prospects for individual major gifts for the school.
  • Work closely with the dean to help manage the college's Board of Visitors, including periodic presentations to the board regarding alumni relations and fundraising efforts.
  • Create and implement an annual fundraising plan.
  • Manage the school's director of development, major gift officer(s), and other direct reports to help them achieve their individual and collective goals.
Requirements
  • Demonstrate a proven track record of success in closing six and seven-figure major gifts.
  • Exhibit strong initiative and leadership qualities.
  • Possess superior oral and written communication skills with the ability to persuade effectively.
  • Showcase strong organizational and management skills.
  • Communicate exceptionally well with a variety of University alumni, donors, faculty, staff, senior leadership, and friends.
  • Have knowledge of and experience working in the higher education environment.
  • Translate the University's mission in ways that engage and inspire donors and alumni.
  • Be willing to travel regularly and work occasional evenings and weekends.


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