Director of Development, College of Arts & Sciences

University of Cincinnati Foundation•Cincinnati, OH

13d•$85,000 - $100,000

About The Position

At the University of Cincinnati Foundation, we commit ourselves to providing a place where everyone belongs. We care deeply about those in our community, while also taking care to nurture new relationships. We have the courage to dream big, drive excellence and uphold integrity in our work. Structure The Director of Development, College of Arts and Sciences, is an exempt (salaried) position employed by the University of Cincinnati Foundation (UCF) and reports to the Senior Director of Development, College of Arts and Sciences. Focus The Director of Development is responsible for planning, implementing and managing fundraising activities for the benefit of the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S). The activities of the Director of Development will be coordinated with other UCF fundraising activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 5-7 years of fundraising experience, or advanced degree with 3-5 years of experience=
Record of successful gift solicitation and closure
Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to interact favorably with a diverse group of individuals and to foster strong, productive relationships.
Willingness to travel and attend evening and weekend activities as needed.
Valid driver’s license required for travel.
A commitment to and passion for the role of development in advancing the mission of the University of Cincinnati.

Responsibilities

Work closely with the Senior Director of Development, A&S to develop, implement, and reach metric driven financial targets commensurate with the A&S team’s overarching goals.
Build and maintain an active portfolio of major gift ($100,000+) prospects; cultivate and solicit major and special gifts through a robust schedule of personal visits and strategic interactions with alumni and friends within and outside the Cincinnati region in conjunction with the UCF development program.
Work collaboratively with UCF departments and fundraising specialists (prospect development, gift planning, corporate and foundation relations, and national programs) for the benefit of the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S).
Maintain excellent working relationships with A&S faculty, staff, and external relations personnel.
Ensure appropriate stewardship of gifts and donors in collaboration with the stewardship team.
Recruit and involve volunteers for college activities; support the engagement and activities of advisory boards and/or other volunteer groups which support the college’s advancement efforts.
Maintain donor files and reports related to UCF fundraising programs.
Prepare timely contact reports and ensure the accuracy of monthly reports.
Participate fully in the UCF prospect and clearance process.
Other duties, as assigned.