Director of Development, Tandon School of Engineering
About The Position
University Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) is dedicated to soliciting the private funding necessary to support the strategic goals of the University in teaching, learning, and research. The personnel of UDAR work university-wide as well as within individual schools and colleges of the University to discover, motivate, cultivate, solicit, and steward alumni, parents, faculty, and friends for immediate, long-range, and future financial support, through gifts and pledges to the University, for critical operations such as student aid, faculty support, academic and research program development, and facilities and infrastructure. UDAR's endeavors raise funds for immediate University use and also for the University's endowment. The Director of Development, Tandon School of Engineering within University Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) will develop and execute successful fundraising strategies for a portfolio of high networth prospects who have the capacity to make $3M - $5M gifts. This position is responsible for raising 7-8 figures annually and maintaining a balanced portfolio dedicated to qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Maintain a discovery prospect pool with an emphasis on qualification that leads to a portfolio of cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Complete a minimum of 100 engagements and/or meetings in-person or virtually. Will involve travel occasionally as University policy allows and is reasonably justified towards building relationships and developing philanthropy. UDAR encourages work-life integration for our employees, therefore this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree
- 7+ years relevant experience, or equivalent combination of fundraising experience and education
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to take initiative and collaborate with others
- Working knowledge of various software applications
- Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite
- Ability to travel nationally
Nice To Haves
- Master's Degree or completion of a fundraising certificate program
- Intellectual curiosity and interest about topics related to the University's funding priorities
- Engaging conversationalist, active listener, and ability to demonstrate empathy
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute successful fundraising strategies for a portfolio of high networth prospects who have the capacity to make $3M - $5M gifts.
- Raise 7-8 figures annually.
- Maintain a balanced portfolio dedicated to qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
- Maintain a discovery prospect pool with an emphasis on qualification that leads to a portfolio of cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
- Complete a minimum of 100 engagements and/or meetings in-person or virtually.
- Travel occasionally as University policy allows and is reasonably justified towards building relationships and developing philanthropy.
- Develop and manage volunteer and donor engagement strategies to enhance the fundraising team's success.
Benefits
- Hybrid work arrangement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
