Associate Director of Development

Baker University • Baldwin City, KS

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About The Position

The Associate Director of Development plays a central role in formulating and executing fundraising strategies. The Associate Director will manage a prospect pool of major gift prospects (capable of giving $25K or more) with a focus on endowed scholarship, faculty support, facility upgrades, and unrestricted giving. The Associate Director of Development, partners with members of the alumni relations staff to design, execute and support a broad range of activities designed to engage, solicit, acknowledge, celebrate, and steward donors. He or she is also responsible for working with prospective donors within their portfolio to secure support and private funding. This position will also work closely with deans, faculty, coaches and staff outside of Advancement to fully understand and communicate the needs and goals of the University.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of four years' fundraising experience with a preference for higher education.
• Excellent persuasive writing and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Must be proactive with the ability to work independently as well as with a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be willing to travel and maintain a non-traditional schedule.

Responsibilities

• Prospect Management
• Coordination and Reportin
• Campus Departmental Liaison
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Baker offers a supportive, student-centered environment with excellent benefits-including tuition waivers for employees and their families, comprehensive insurance, paid leave, and retirement contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees