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Director of DevelopmentJackson State University • Jackson, MS, United States
Director of Development

Director of Development

Jackson State University • Jackson, MS, United States
17 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Director Of Development

The Division of Institutional Advancement is accepting applications for three Director of Development.

Examples Of Duties

  • As a part of "Moves Management System," prepare and implement strategic plans for approximately 120-150 targeted prospects to cultivate and solicit them for major gifts to fund University priorities.
  • Meet annual goals for new prospects identified, contacts ("moves"), number of asks, number of closures, and dollars raised.
  • Document all development activities for accountability and assessment.
  • Focus on securing support for assigned university area or if central, for a set of campus-wide priorities that include the five academic colleges, administrative units, and or centers including, support for endowed chairs, scholarships, unrestricted support, facility renovations, and campus improvements.
  • Prepare, submit, and manage grant proposals to foundation and corporation sources within the divisional guidelines.
  • Maintain stewardship contacts with donors; adhere to the highest ethical standards; demonstrate empathetic disposition, and perseverance; reflect optimistic and positive attitude, and convey sensitivity to needs of the donors.
  • Offer prospect strategy counsel to others who are managing prospects (i.e., colleges, schools, departments, etc.).
  • Be a resource for development/advancement staff, from identifying potential volunteer connections to knowing about meeting and event spaces in key locations.
  • Work collaboratively with deans, faculty, development colleagues and internal and external constituents.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the AVP for development.

Typical Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Three to five years of fundraising experience is preferred.
  • Experience in higher education fundraising desirable.
  • Ability to travel extensively (approximately 60-70 percent of time), and possess a valid driver's license.
  • Ability to work effectively with top level prospects and have a high degree of professionalism and personal motivation.
  • Be knowledgeable of gift planning techniques to advise donors and prospects on available giving options, techniques, and their tax implications.
  • Ability to develop strategic plans, set goals, and be able to accomplish them as part of an organizational strategic plan.
  • Have effective communication skills (writing and speaking) to make individual and group presentations to prospective donors.
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